Partisan Nigeria Police Summon Pro-Rivers Gov Lawmaker, ADC, CSO…As Patience Jonathan Says Amaechi Remains Her Son

 

Already noted for taking side with the pro-presidency forces working against Rivers state governor, Rotimi Amaechi, the Nigeria Police led by Mohammed Abubakar  today summoned the majority leader of the state House of Assembly, Chidi Lloyd, the governor’s ADC and Chief Security Officer to appear for questioning at the force headquarters in Abuja. The invitation is not unconnected to last week fracas in the state House of Assembly where some five clownish anti-Amaechi members attempted to impeach the House speaker backed by 27 members. The police summon however kept quite on the anti-Amaechi lawmakers involved in the fight.

This came a day the mastermind of the crisis rocking the state in person of the country’s first lady, Patience Jonathan obviously in a deceptive claim said Governor Amaechi remains her son irrespective of their misunderstanding.

 

A statement issued by the police force spokesman, Frank Mba in Abuja today said “In continuation of its investigation into the Rivers State House of Assembly crisis, the Nigeria Police Force has summoned the leader of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Hon Chidi Lloyd, the Aide-De-Camp (ADC) to the Rivers State Governor, Ag.ASP Debeware-Semeikumo, and the Chief Security Officer (CSO) to the Governor, Tony Iwelu to report to Force CID, Force Headquarters, Abuja for an interview in respect of their roles as seen in the video clips in circulation.

“It would be recalled that in the video clips, a man carrying a mace and another in Police Uniform as well as other security details were seen conducting themselves in a questionable  and uncomplimentary manner. The invitation therefore seeks to obtain further details that will assist proper investigation into the matter.

“Meanwhile, the IGP has reminded Police personnel on various legitimate assignments particularly those attached to VIPs to always remain mindful of their conduct and ensure that they uphold the professional ethics, traditions and best practices of the Force at all times. He further warns that any officer found acting in ways inconsistent with extant laws and regulations of the Force will be severely dealt with in accordance with the laws of the land.”

 

In her own statement signed by her media aide, Ayo Osinlu,  Mrs Jonathan called on various interests in the Rivers State crisis to sheath their swords, and find ways to restore peace to the state, so that the current generation can leave a legacy for generations to come. According to the release, “She spoke at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, when she received members of the Niger Delta Bishops Forum/South South Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN).

“Dame Jonathan particularly appealed to Governor Rotimi Amaechi to fly the olive branch, and resist being used by outsiders against his own people. While giving an insight into the genesis of the crisis in the state, she reiterated the need for the warring factions to employ dialogue as a means of resolving the contending issues amicably.

The First lady urged those who are crying more than the bereaved to stop magnifying the misunderstanding, while reiterating that Governor Rotimi Amaechi and Mr. Nyeson Wike remain her sons, brothers and kinsmen, and would do anything to protect both of them.
“She expressed her commitment to ensuring that peace returns to Rivers State soon, stating that as the President of African First Ladies Peace Mission; her desire is to have peace in her home base.
“Quoting copiously from the Holy Bible, Dame Jonathan brought out the vital, dynamic and creative resources for peace building as ordained by God, as well as the importance of respect for elders and those in authority.
She emphasized that she has committed the situation in Rivers state to prayers, “because I believe there is nothing prayer cannot do” and “when God says yes, nobody can say no”.
“The First Lady, who charged the Bishops to pray that God should return Rivers State to its normal peaceful situation, expressed her faith that with God the present generation will leave a legacy of peace for generations yet unborn.
“The Bishops, led by ArchBishop God-Do-Well, said that they were not influenced or bribed to pay the visit, but got inspiration from God to take practical steps to restore peace in Nigeria, especially Rivers State.
“Arch Bishop God Do-Well stated that their presence was in fulfillment of the church’s responsibility to shape a culture of peace and justice.
Prayers were offered for peace in Nigeria, Rivers State and the well being of the first family.”