Tinubu also call on political stakeholders to exercise caution.
The rival camps had returned to the battle field months after the president summoned stakeholders to the Presidential Villa in Abuja, with a view to settling the dispute.
Bayo Onanuga, the president spokesman, in a statement which issued on his behalf, stated that the president directed the police to maintain order and secure local government workers.
He also noted that issues springing up from Saturday’s local government election could be resolved in court.
Part of the statement reads; “In response to recent tensions following last Saturday’s local government council election, the President expressed deep concern over reports of arson and explosions in the state.”
“He urged all political actors to de-escalate the situation and discourage their supporters from engaging in violence or destructive actions.
“President Tinubu directed the police to restore and maintain peace, law, and order immediately.
“While instructing law enforcement agencies to bring the situation under control, he emphasised the need to ensure the security of public institutions.
“President Tinubu said government facilities built with public funds must be safeguarded from vandalism.
“He stressed that self-help has no place in a democratic system, especially after 25 years of continuous democracy.
“According to President Tinubu, the judiciary can settle all political disputes, and the outcome of this election should be no exception.”
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