TOUCHPH DESK
The
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike has reiterated the need for the demolition
of shanties in some the state.
The
Governor explained that the move is aimed at improving the security situation
in the state.
The
Governor rendered his explanation on Thursday, when he received the management
of the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital, UPTH at the Government
House in Port Harcourt.
He
said that the move was not conceived out of bias for any group, and that the
Rivers State Government will take all necessary legal steps to salvage the
security situation in the state.
“Our
security measures are not targeted at any group. But we are interested in the
security of lives and property, which remains paramount.”
He
added that no government in its right state of mind will allow its citizens to
be tormented by criminals and drive investors away.
“No
right thinking government will fold its hands and allow criminals to torment
residents and drive away investors.”
Wike
also said that the Government is making sure not to violate the rights of
citizens, but he clarified that the security of lives and properties is
priority to the Rivers State Government.
Culled from www.touchph.com
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