In a statement signed by its Executive Director, Comrade Ibrahim M. Zikirullahi, on Wednesday, CHRICED accused Wike of manipulating state institutions and using his influence in the Presidency to undermine democratic governance in Rivers State.

“At the center of this turmoil is Nyesom Wike, whose disruptive actions continue to destabilize Rivers State,” CHRICED stated.

“Despite holding no constitutional role in the state’s administration, Wike has positioned himself as an unelected overlord, orchestrating political drama and exploiting his relationship with the Presidency to undermine democratic institutions.”

A key issue raised by CHRICED is the recent trip of suspended Rivers State lawmakers to the United Kingdom for a supposed “capacity building” program.

The organization questioned the legality and funding of the trip, insisting that it was nothing more than a diversionary tactic to distract from the democratic crisis at home.

“This UK trip is nothing more than a diversionary spectacle, a shameful circus at the expense of the suffering people of Rivers State,” the statement read.

“While the state faces democratic decay, these suspended lawmakers and their enabler indulge in luxury abroad, disconnected from the crisis they have helped create.”

The human rights group also criticized the Nigerian Police for violently suppressing peaceful protests by Rivers residents who have been demanding accountability.

“The deployment of tear gas to suppress citizens peacefully demanding justice is a grave violation of fundamental rights, including freedom of expression and assembly,” CHRICED added.

“Such repression is unacceptable in a democracy and must be unequivocally condemned.”

CHRICED further denounced the role of the Rivers State military administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd.), accusing him of unconstitutional actions, including appointing 23 local government administrators and setting up the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC).

“As an unelected occupant of the Rivers State Government House, Ibas has no authority to make such appointments. His actions represent a direct affront to the will of the people,” the organization added.

Calling for urgent federal intervention, CHRICED warned that the silence of the Federal Government was enabling a dangerous precedent where certain individuals act above the law.

“Rivers State is not at war, but it is bleeding, wounded by political excess, greed, and unconstitutional interference,” the statement read.

“The people of Rivers deserve peace, justice, and leadership that reflects their will, not one imposed through backdoor manipulations and foreign retreats.”

CHRICED concluded by demanding the immediate restoration of Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s democratically elected government and the dismissal of Wike as FCT Minister.

“Nyesom Wike and Ibok-Ete Ibas are liabilities to democratic governance and national stability. Let Rivers breathe! Let democracy prevail!,” the statement concluded.