The Greater Ogonis in Diaspora Organisation (GODO) has strongly condemned the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, for his handling of the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State, calling for his immediate resignation.
In a press statement personally signed by GODO President, Chief Ambrose Kii, and made available on Sunday, Kii expressed dismay at the IG’s alleged inaction and bias in addressing the crisis.
“The Inspector General of Police has failed in his duty to maintain law and order in Rivers State. His partisanship and inability to act decisively have exacerbated the situation, and we demand his resignation,” Kii stated.
Kii threatened to drag the IG to the International Criminal Court if the police continued to take sides in the ongoing crisis.
“We will not stand idly by while our state is torn apart by politics and violence. We demand accountability, justice, and peace. The people of Rivers State deserve better,” Kii emphasized.
Kii also criticized the judiciary for issuing conflicting judgments and orders, suggesting they are carrying out the bidding of certain individuals in government.
“The judiciary, once the last hope of the people, has become compromised. Instead of upholding justice, they are issuing orders that fuel the crisis, without considering the merit or demerit of each case. This erosion of trust in the judiciary is alarming,” Kii lamented.
Kii accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of being unable to act independently.
“INEC has become a tool for selfish and self-centered politicians to manipulate the electoral process. Its inability to stand firm against external pressures undermines the democratic process. INEC must assert its independence and ensure free and fair elections,” Kii urged.
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Kii expressed disappointment in President Bola Tinubu’s handling of the crisis, urging him to intervene promptly.
“As the father of the nation, the President should call for a permanent solution to the crisis. Instead of allowing his loyalists to use state instruments to perpetuate violence, he should order them to respect the office of the governor. The President’s silence is deafening, and his inaction is perpetuating the crisis,” Kii stated.
GODO called on the international community to intervene and support a peaceful resolution to the crisis.
“We call on the international community to intervene and support peaceful resolution of the crisis. We also call on civil society organizations to join forces in demanding justice and peace,” Kii appealed.
Kii emphasized GODO’s commitment to seeking accountability and justice for victims of violence.
“We demand accountability, justice, and peace. The people of Rivers State deserve better. We will continue to advocate for the rights of our people and demand an end to political violence,” Kii concluded.
