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Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has raised an alert over potential violence by suspected gunmen at the 23 local government headquarters across the state. During the swearing-in of newly elected chairpersons at the government house in Port Harcourt, Fubara urged the officials to prioritize peace and avoid violence, declaring that the recent local government election controversy is resolved.
Fubara warned the chairpersons of possible confrontations as they resume their duties, advising them to remain patient and strategic in handling any threats, emphasizing the importance of maintaining peace in the state. He reassured them that success would come through a calm and calculated approach to governance.