Ben Murray-Bruce, a People’s Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, has addressed the recent developments in Rivers State, emphasizing the imperative need to avoid a resurgence of past turmoil that plagued the south-south region where the state is located.
Reflecting on the adverse impact of previous militancy and its significant contribution to Nigeria’s economic downturn, particularly the drastic drop in oil production during the global financial crisis of 2007-2008, Murray-Bruce stressed the urgency for a prudent intervention to prevent a return to such destabilizing times.
The Bayelsa-born politician was reacting to the recent political crisis in the state between Governor Sim Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike.
He cautioned against the dangers of escalating crises, asserting that brinksmanship is incompatible with the current socio-political climate in Nigeria.
Praising President Bola Tinubu and his National Security Adviser (NSA) for their pivotal roles in fostering peace in Rivers State, Murray-Bruce commended their timely and statesmanlike intervention in the recent political crisis.
Specifically acknowledging Mallam Ribadu’s involvement and drawing a historical parallel to his father’s contributions during the First Republic
