In response to the escalation of political tensions in Rivers State, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu declared a state of emergency on March 18, 2025, prompting rapid security reinforcements.
Follow this directive, the Attorney General of Police IGP A mature onehas ordered the deployment of other security personnel and resources to the state immediately.
The move is carried out in cooperation with the armed forces and other agencies to restore order, protect life and property, and prevent a complete breakdown of law and order.
Authorities also warned against any attempt to exploit the situation, stressing that security forces are prepared to take decisive action to prevent threats to stability.
According to a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer Automatic complexityavailable on March 20, 2025 Naija NewsNigerian police forces have been closely monitoring the security situation in the state.
Intelligence reports always mark an imminent threat to public order and require coordination of security responses.
The Nigerian police force reaffirmed the right of victims to seek legal remedies through judicial means.
However, authorities have warned against trying to exploit the situation through illegal protests, violent demonstrations or other activities that may undermine the country’s stability.
The statement reads:The cumulative series of events declared are the direct consequences of the political crisis that has swept the country in the past 22 months. These events have clearly proposed a case for a state that has reached a trip point, requiring timely intervention to avoid a complete collapse of law and order in River State, which may have a greater impact on national security.
“In response, Police Attorney General IGP Kayode Egbetokun, NPM, has ordered the immediate deployment of other personnel and resources to Rivers State. This effort, in partnership with the armed forces and other security agencies, is aimed at strengthening lives and property and ensuring the critical Infrrastruserure Intrasterully in noouts in noouts in State in noouts in State in State in State.
“The Nigerian police force stressed that the aggrieved person reserves the right to seek legal remedies through proper judicial channels. Therefore, any attempt to exploit the situation through illegal gatherings, protests or activities that undermine public peace will be achieved through the full effectiveness of the law. Citizens urge citizens to maintain the law and comply with all legal supervision without fear and no need to worry.
“The Nigerian police force remains unwavering in its commitment to maintaining peace and security. The public is encouraged to remain vigilant and to report quickly any suspicious activity that may undermine public safety.
“The individuals or groups with criminal intent are hereby warned to stay away from the River State. Security forces are ready to take decisive action to respond to any threat to national peace and stability.. ”
