APC CHIEFTAIN HAILS TINUBU, WIKE FOR COMMITMENT TO NIGERIA’S DEVELOPMENT

An Ikwerre-born politician, human rights activist and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr Princewill Dike, has commended President Bola Tinubu and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief Nyesom Wike, for what he described as their commitment to national development and the political advancement of Rivers State.

Mr Dike  spoke with journalists shortly after last Saturday’s Rainbow Coalition presidential campaign rally at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt.

He said the event had demonstrated the importance of political cooperation, strategic leadership and collective commitment to the development of the state and the country.

According to him, the president’s response to concerns about hunger and the rising cost of living was a reminder that the challenges confronting Nigeria required deliberate reforms, responsible leadership and collective sacrifice, expressing optimism that the ongoing policies would ultimately translate into improved living conditions and greater economic opportunities.

The APC chieftain noted that the rally provided an opportunity for Rivers people to demonstrate their support for President Tinubu’s administration, adding that the massive turnout of political leaders, party faithful and supporters from across the state and the South-South region reflected the growing strength of the Rainbow Coalition.

He particularly praised Chief Wike for the successful mobilisation, describing the FCT Minister as a strategic political leader with an impressive understanding of grassroots politics and the ability to bring diverse political interests together for a common purpose.

Mr Dike said Chief Wike’s references to the completion of the Bonny-Bodo Road, the establishment of the Federal University of Environment in Ogoniland and the appointment of at least 47 Rivers indigenes into federal political positions underscored the benefits of constructive engagement with the Federal Government.

He also described Chief Wike’s challenge to former Rivers State governor and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) vice presidential candidate, Mr Chibuike Amaechi, to account for projects and financial transactions during his administration as an important reminder that public office holders must be prepared to defend their records before the people.

The APC chieftain commended Governor Siminalayi Fubara for his declaration that Rivers State would work towards delivering not less than three million votes for President Tinubu in the 2027 general elections, describing the commitment as significant to the political future of the state.

He said the governor’s acknowledgment of Chief Wike’s leadership in the Rainbow Coalition, as well as the warm embrace between President Tinubu and Governor Fubara after the governor’s address, were encouraging signs of reconciliation and renewed cooperation among political stakeholders.

Mr Dike described the Rainbow Coalition, which brings together political interests from the APC and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), as a strategic platform for promoting political understanding and advancing development, stressing that the interest of Rivers people should take precedence over partisan differences.

He urged youths, women, community leaders and other political stakeholders in Rivers State to sustain their participation in the democratic process and support President Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, noting that the 2027 elections would provide an opportunity to consolidate ongoing reforms.

The APC chieftain expressed confidence that the cooperation among President Tinubu, Chief Wike and Governor Fubara would strengthen Rivers State’s position in the national development agenda, particularly in infrastructure, federal appointments and economic opportunities.

He congratulated the organisers and participants for the successful rally and urged Rivers people to sustain the spirit of unity, peace and political maturity in the interest of the state.

By: King Onunwor, Goodness Emelue & Fruitful Wodi