This Is Sending The Wrong Signal – Tonye Cole Slams Rivers LG Polls Amid State Of Emergency
Tonye Cole criticized the decision to conduct local government elections in Rivers State amid a state of emergency, stating that it sends the wrong signal about democracy in Nigeria. Speaking on Arise TV Morning Show, Cole argued that holding elections when the democratic structure of the state is already suspended is problematic.
He suggested that the move could be a political ploy to gain control over the local government structure. Cole warned that this decision could set a dangerous precedent for democracy in Nigeria.
The planned local government election in Rivers State has sparked controversy and raised concerns about the state of democracy in the country.
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