Sowore: Why Tinubu’s State of Emergency in Rivers Makes Me Happy

 

Activist Omoyele Sowore has shared his thoughts on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, stating that he welcomes the decision for an unexpected reason.

On Tuesday, President Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers, suspending all democratically elected officials in the state. The move has been met with widespread criticism from Nigerians. By Wednesday, Tinubu had sworn in Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas as the sole administrator of the state.

Speaking on Channels Television on Thursday, March 20, Sowore explained that while he is not defending any political figures in Rivers, he believes the crisis could be a catalyst for change.

“To be clear, I am not here to defend godfather and son. I don’t care about them. I hope they destroy themselves.”

Sowore went on to say that the unfolding events might finally push Nigerians to demand a revolution.

“I am happy because maybe this is going to force Nigerians across the country to wake up. They have been too complicit, docile as a result of cowardice.

“It will force Nigerians to complete the 30-day challenge and move on to the stage where there will be a complete revolt. That is not me saying I love anarchy, but I love justice.”