“No person will name me to provide directions over Rivers politics” – Wike boasts

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike has assured that no particular person can name him regarding his involvement in Rivers state politics.

Talking whereas addressing a few of his supporters over the weekend in Ahoada Native Authorities Space of the state, the minister dismissed experiences that President Bola Tinubu would subject directions regarding the political actions in Rivers and proposed help for Governor Siminalayi Fubara.

In line with Wike, the declare that President Tinubu had referred to as him regarding Rivers politics forward of the 2027 common elections is fake.

He stated no single particular person or political chief had the authority wanted to summon him or give him directions on the political affairs within the state.

Wike stated: “I hear that individuals are boasting that they (President Tinubu) will name me and provides me directions. Let me let you know, there’s nothing like instruction so far as Rivers State is worried. No person will name me. If you happen to like shout ‘in your mandate’ 50 occasions a day, it gained’t provide you with an automated ticket.”

He additional warned that irrespective of the extent of help or loyalty the incumbent governor has for the facility on the centre, he can’t be assured an automated governorship ticket within the state.

Wike’s warning to Fubara comes shortly after the latter defected from the Peoples Democratic Celebration (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

Fubara’s defection is a sequel to the political squabble between him and Wike, his former boss.