Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting
Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo has urged the governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara to assert his power as the Chief Security Officer of the state rather than allowing himself to be taken for a ride by some individuals.
He said the governor should take firm control of the situation by shutting down the State House of Assembly and declaring a state of emergency.
Obasanjo gave the admonition during a private meeting with Fubara at the Government House in Port Harcourt.
The former president allegedly told Governor Fubara to assert his authority as the elected Chief Security Officer of the state.
He was said to have cautioned the governor against yielding to external political pressures.
“You are the governor, chosen by the people. You hold the position of Chief Security Officer in Rivers State. Your directives must stand—neither Tinubu nor Wike placed you in power,” Obasanjo was said to have remarked.
He further advised Fubara to withdraw security details assigned to assembly members, dismantle opposing political factions, and eliminate any locations designated for impeachment proceedings.
He also reportedly cautioned the governor against adopting “U.S.-style politics in a lawless environment,” urging him to act decisively to protect his mandate.