“Address Alleged Irregularities” Elder Anga appeals to Tinubu Govt.
By DooshimaGandepuun
Abuja—The unresolved Supreme Court case filed by Barrister Abbie Atedoghu has emerged as a focal point in the ongoing Rivers State political crisis, with Elder Boma D. Anga, JP, a prominent politician and community leader, urging President Bola Tinubu’s administration to address what he described as “constructed illegalities” surrounding the emergence of SiminalayiFubara as governor.
Speaking in Abuja, Elder Anga emphasized that the legitimacy of Governor Fubara remains under judicial scrutiny, with Atedoghu’s petition challenging the governorship on grounds of electoral irregularities and non-compliance still pending before the Supreme Court. He called for a comprehensive review of the legal process, insisting that the rightful winner, as determined by law, should be recognized.
Anga maintained that the federal government and judiciary must act to restore constitutional order in Rivers State by rectifying foundational anomalies and ensuring that the state’s legitimate leader is installed. He described the ongoing legal dispute as a glimmer of hope for Rivers State’s future and appealed to President Tinubu to support a lawful and just resolution.
Addressing the broader political turmoil, Anga likened the current situation to “a house built on a faulty foundation,” criticizing both Governor Fubara and FCT Minister NyesomWike for engaging in a destructive power struggle that, he argued, has sidelined the welfare and development of the state’s citizens. He cautioned that political agreements disregarding the will and integrity of the people have led to the circumvention of constitutional principles and the rule of law.
Anga further warned that any arrangement reinstating Governor Fubara without addressing the underlying crisis-especially if it involves replacing his appointees with loyalists of Wike-would only deepen tensions and perpetuate instability. He called on the judiciary to “do the needful” and urged both political figures to resolve their differences outside the framework of state governance to allow Rivers State to move forward.
On Barrister Atedoghu’s candidacy, Elder Anga described her as a capable and experienced politician with a strong track record, urging stakeholders to consider her qualifications objectively and to avoid gender bias in leadership decisions. He concluded by emphasizing the critical importance of Atedoghu’s pending Supreme Court case to achieving peace and stability in Rivers State, expressing confidence that her leadership could bring competence and integrity to the state’s governance if justice prevails.
