Rivers State Crisis: Police Declare Ex-Militant Leader Wanted

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The Rivers State Police Command has officially declared former Niger Delta militant leader Gabriel 'General' Asabuja wanted. This declaration follows the release of a viral video in which Asabuja issued threats, exacerbating the ongoing crisis in local government councils within the state.


The viral video featuring General Asabuja has caused widespread panic and concern, both within Rivers State and beyond. State Commissioner of Police, Tunji Disu, highlighted the severe impact of the video during his appearance on Channels Television's Politics Today. Disu stated, "That video caused a lot of panic in the state. It gives a lot of concern to everybody even out of the state."

The Rivers State Police have taken decisive actions in response to the threats made by Asabuja. Commissioner Disu assured the public that the police are actively working to apprehend the ex-militant leader. "We have put actions in motion. We would get him at the appropriate time. We have gotten a lot of people of his kind," Disu remarked. Despite the police inviting Asabuja for questioning, he has failed to comply, prompting the police to declare him wanted.

This incident comes amidst a broader political crisis in Rivers State. Governor Sim Fubara and former local government chairmen are embroiled in a conflict following the end of the chairmen's tenure. Governor Fubara decided against extending their tenure, opting instead to appoint new caretaker chairmen. This decision has further fueled tensions within the state's political landscape. 

Commissioner Disu emphasized the police's commitment to maintaining public order and safety. He stated, "You cannot prepare a video and start firing and threatening people not to move around and do what they are expected to do in town and expect the police will fold their hands. We are working towards it. We have invited him and he does not want to come but we will do what we want to do. We are looking out for him. He is wanted. 

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