The Coalition of Civil Rights Organizations, under the umbrella of the Centre for Credible Leadership and Citizens Awareness (CCLCA), on Wednesday, demanded the in-depth probe of the allegations made against Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, 1by Dr. George Nwaeke, the former Head of Service of the state.
Highlighting some of allegations during a press briefing in Abuja, the Director General of CCLCA, Dr. Gabriel Nwambu called on the police Force, Department of State Services (DSS) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to carry out an in-depth investigation of the allegations against the suspended governor.
Dr. Nwambu emphasized that these allegations, if substantiated, highlight a serious crisis in governance and pose significant threats to the stability and integrity of democratic institutions in the country.
According to him, Dr. Nwaeke had made alarming claims that the coalition believes warrant immediate investigation by the appropriate law -enforcement agencies.
He noted the coalition, compromising of 30 civil society organizations are in solidarity with Dr. Nwaeke, who has offered to share evidence of corruption and other constitutional infractions perpetrated by Gov. Fubara and Mr. Edison.
“We collectively urge the relevant authorities to act swiftly and transparently. It is imperative that these allegations are addressed to restore public confidence in the institutions of governance in Rivers State and Nigeria as a whole”, he added.
The director general commended President Bola Tinubu for his decisive intervention in declaring a state of emergency in Rivers State, which he said has helped to stabilize the region.
Dr. Nwambu explained that the president’s action, ratified by the National Assembly, was a critical step towards upholding democracy and ensuring the welfare of the people of Rivers State.
While recalling the allegations made against Gov. Fubara by the former head of service, the coalition said “in light of these allegations, we strongly urge immediate action by the relevant agencies of government”.
