Unheard Chorus: Rivers Stakeholders Reject Electoral Chair Appointment
On Arise News, former Rivers commissioner Lelonu Nwibubasa criticised the federal appointment of Michael Odey — a Cross River indigene — as chair of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission……READ ORIGINAL & FULL CONTENT HERE
Calling the move “embarrassing” and “unconstitutional,” he described it as part of a growing pattern of imposition in the state. To many, it reflects an unheard chorus — citizens speaking in unity, but never truly consulted.
Key Points
Tinubu appointed Cross River native Michael Odey as the Rivers electoral commission chair
Guest Lelonu Nwibubasa on Arise News said the appointment lacked local consent
He described it as “complete disrespect” to Rivers’ political structure
Critics link the move to broader concerns of federal dominance
The pushback echoes Rivers’ long-standing defence of internal autonomy
An unheard chorus is not mere noise — it’s the warning hum of legitimacy withheld. When power skips dialogue, it risks discord disguised as order.
Have you ever heard many speak — and known those in charge heard none of it?..…READ ORIGINAL & FULL CONTENT HERE