The Federal Government has deployed more soldiers in addition to the 10,000 Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps operatives to stop further destruction of oil pipelines in Rivers State.
Two explosions rocked major oil pipes in the state on Monday and Tuesday.
Ijaw groups had id threats against the plot to impeach Fubara, as they vowed to disrupt oil production and cripple the economy if lawmakers removed the governor.
Heavily armed soldiers in patrol vans now maintain vigilance with the Government House precinct with three Armoured Personnel Carriers at the entrance of the building.
21st CENTURY CHRONICLE reports that security operatives thoroughly search persons and vehicles moving in and out of the Government House.
An anonymous aide to Fubara revealed that the soldiers were occupying the Government House.
He stated, “As I speak with you, more soldiers are entering the Government House. This afternoon, over 15 came in. They are believed to be an advanced team of the Sole Administrator who is still expected to resume duties. This evening, some more soldiers came in.”
The aide could not account for his principal’s whereabouts as of the time of filing this report.
The NSCDC spokesperson, Afolabi Babawale, said anti-vandal operatives had been deployed, adding that the operatives were tasked with protecting critical infrastructure and preventing pipeline vandalism, particularly in the Niger Delta.
“The NSCDC hereby warns against destruction and vandalism of critical national assets and infrastructure across the Niger Delta as over 10,000 operatives have been deployed to collaborate with other security agencies to provide adequate peace and security of lives and property,” Babawale said.
