The Rivers State Government has reacted to the recent Supreme Court judgment regarding the state’s funds and local government administration.
In an official statement, Commissioner for Information and Communications, Warisenibo Joe Johnson, acknowledged the ruling and assured the public that the government is carefully reviewing its implications.
“We are awaiting a detailed briefing on the judgment’s impact. Once we have fully assessed the situation, we will take the necessary steps in the best interest of Rivers State and its people,” Johnson stated.
The government urged residents to remain calm and law-abiding while clarifying that the Supreme Court did not rule on the status of the 27 lawmakers who defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). According to Johnson, that matter is still before the Federal High Court in Port Harcourt.
“The issue of defection was not before the Supreme Court. As it stands, in the eyes of the law, Martins Amaewhule and the 26 others continue to function as lawmakers until the Federal High Court decides on their status,” he explained.
Reaffirming its commitment to the rule of law and the welfare of Rivers State, the government assured residents that governance would continue without disruption.
