Human rights activist Annkio Briggs said that not all residents of Rivers State are grateful to President Bola Tinubu. She made the remark during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics program, where she discussed the recent suspension of the six‑month state of emergency that had been imposed on the state. When asked to compare her gratitude to that of Governor Fubara, Briggs replied that she was not as thankful to the president and warned that Tinubu should understand that not everyone in Rivers State is eternally grateful to him.
Briggs, a stakeholder and elder in the state, also voiced disappointment with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), blaming the party’s failure to address problems promptly. She noted that Rivers State has consistently voted for the PDP since 1999, but the party’s inaction has contributed to the current situation.
The suspension of the state of emergency, originally set for six months, has generated mixed reactions among stakeholders and residents. Its removal carries significant implications for Rivers State’s political landscape, especially as the region approaches future elections. As events continue to unfold, both residents and stakeholders are watching closely to see how the state will move forward.
In the broader context of Nigerian politics, the actions of President Tinubu and the responses of figures like Annkio Briggs are pivotal in shaping the country’s democratic trajectory. The ongoing developments in Rivers State underscore the complex dynamics at play, where leaders’ decisions can have lasting effects on citizens’ lives.
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