The Rivers State Council of Traditional Rulers has constituted a nine-member committee to intervene in the ongoing political crisis in the state.
The decision was announced in a press release issued on Tuesday, January 14, 2026, and signed by the Chairman of the Council, His Majesty, Eze Chike Amadi Worlu-Wodo, DSSRS, JP, Eze Oha Apara IV of Apara Kingdom.
According to the statement, the committee is mandated to engage and interface with relevant political stakeholders with the aim of mediating between the warring factions and proffering sustainable and enduring solutions that will restore peace and stability in Rivers State.
The committee is chaired by His Majesty, (Dr.) Suanu T. Y. Baridam, with His Majesty, Eze Barr. Nwachukwu Nnam Obi, serving as Co-Chairman.
Other members of the committee are His Majesty, Eze Uchechukwu Isaiah-Elikwu; His Majesty, Eze Leslie Eke; His Majesty, Dr. Samuel Amaechi; His Majesty, Dr. Felix Otuwarikpo; His Majesty, Eze Barr. Onyekachi Amaonwu; HRH King Agolia Aboko; and HRH Eze Nwankwo Nwankwo. Barr. Darlington Owiriwa will serve as Secretary of the committee.
The Council, noting the sensitive nature of the political situation, appealed to supporters of all factions, social media users, and the general public to exercise restraint in their comments and actions in order not to escalate tensions.
It also urged residents of the state to refrain from any acts capable of breaching the peace, reiterating its commitment to fostering unity and harmony across Rivers State.
