The Digest:
The presidency clarified that Vice President Kashim Shettima's remarks on Jonathan's administration at a book launch were not a critique of President Tinubu’s actions in Rivers. Shettima's comments were historical, not related to current events.
Key Points:
- Shettima’s remarks were misinterpreted by media outlets.
- Comments referred to Jonathan’s attempt to remove him during the Borno insurgency.
- Shettima highlighted the courage of Adoke and Tambuwal during the crisis.
- Vice president emphasized historical context, not criticism of Tinubu.
- The situation in Rivers State was unique and legally justified.
- Tinubu’s action in Rivers was a constitutional suspension, not removal.
- The suspension of Fubara was ratified by a bipartisan National Assembly majority.
The presidency reaffirmed Shettima's full support for President Tinubu and clarified that his historical references were misread. The suspension of Fubara was legally justified to restore order in Rivers State.
Sources: Premium Times, NAN, Channels TV, Vanguard
