Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has charged traditional rulers in the state to take the lead in combating the menace of oil theft and other criminal activities in their domains.
At the Rivers State Council of Traditional Rulers’ 117th/118th Joint Quarterly General Meeting, Governor Fubara stressed the critical role that traditional institutions play in preserving safety and security, Hitvibz reports.
He noted that the prevalence of oil theft and pipeline vandalism was hindering the nation’s economic growth.
“All these people that are carrying out these evil acts, they’re not coming from the moon, they live in our communities, we know them,” the governor stated, urging the traditional rulers to be more proactive in addressing the issue.
Governor Fubara pledged the state government’s support to the traditional rulers, including financial assistance for community vigilante groups.
He also announced the appointment of Eze Chike Worlu Wodo as the new chairman of the Rivers State Council of Traditional Rulers, expressing confidence in his ability to lead the council effectively.
In his response, Eze Wodo thanked the governor for his support and pledged the council’s commitment to working with the government to ensure peace and security in the state.
He also urged the people of Rivers State to shun violence and embrace peace.
Engr. Charles Amadi, the State Commissioner for Chieftaincy and Community Affairs, expressed concern over the increasing social decay in the communities and called on traditional rulers to play a more active role in addressing the challenges.
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