US condemns violence in Rivers rerun

The United States Embassy has expressed concern over reports of violence, including the possible targeting of electoral officials and irregularities during Saturday’s national and state assembly rerun elections in Rivers State.
In a statement, the embassy condemned the use of violence and disruptions of the democratic process during the polls.
It therefore called on the leadership of political parties to urge their supporters to conduct themselves peacefully throughout the electoral process.
The embassy also urged those dissatisfied with the outcome of the elections to pursue a resolution of their grievances peacefully in accordance with the rule of law.