By Daniel Abia
The African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rivers State Chapter, has raised the alarm over alleged intimidation of the opposition political parties especially with the ban on all forms of gathering in Ikwerre Local Government Area of the state.
The party noted that the directive issued by the Chairman of the council, Hon Charles Wobodo, purporting to prohibit all gatherings within the Local Government Area except with his personal written approval has become a great concern to lovers of democracy.
In a statement issued on Monday by the publicity secretary, Rivers State, Barr Chizy Enyi, Esq, ADC admitted that it acknowledged the genuine security challenges confronting parts of Ikwerre Local Government, including the recent incidents of killings, kidnappings and attacks on innocent citizens. “We sympathize with the families of those who have lost loved ones and support every lawful effort aimed at restoring peace and security.
“However, while insecurity must be confronted decisively, it must never become a pretext for eroding constitutional democracy or suppressing the legitimate rights of law-abiding citizens.”
