In an effort to guarantee a violent-free and credible Re-run
Senatorial/House of Reps elections in Rivers State, a crucial
meeting was held on Tuesday
between the Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim K. Idris, the DG of
Department of State Services, Alh. Musa Daura and the two major players
in Rivers State politics, Gov. Nyesom Wike and Minister of Transport,
Rotimi Amaechi.
In a statement released by the Nigeria Police
Force, the meeting was said to held in an atmosphere of mutual respect
and cordiality. They deliberated on the overall need to have peaceful,
free and fair election devoid of violence in the State. Wike and Amaechi
resolved to be irrevocably committed to lasting peace and vouched to
play the game by the rules in the forthcoming re-run elections in the
State. They also agreed to prevail on their teaming supporters to adhere
to their commitment to peace and security in the State. In addition,
they agreed to convene another meeting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State,
aimed at further solidifying their commitment to peace.
