The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has declared that he and his supporters possess the political strength and structure to deliver any candidate of their choice in any election.
Wike said his political base played a decisive role in ensuring the victory of President Bola Tinubu in Rivers State during the 2023 general election.
The minister made the assertion on Monday during separate meetings with his supporters and political allies in Etche and Omuma Local Government Areas of Rivers State.
He said that beyond Tinubu’s victory, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, also secured all elective positions in the state during the 2023 polls, including seats in the National Assembly, the State House of Assembly and the governorship.
According to Wike, the outcome of the elections is a clear testament to the capacity of his political structure to mobilise and deliver victories at the polls.
Speaking on Rivers State politics, the FCT minister urged his supporters in Omuma Local Government Area to “listen to Kelechi,” adding that, “whatever he tells you, that is where I am.”
In his remarks, the member representing Etche/Omuma Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Kelechi Nwogu, said the people of Omuma would not support Governor Siminalayi Fubara if he seeks a second term in office.
Nwogu told Wike not to lose sleep over the 2027 general elections, insisting that Omuma would not back the sitting governor if he decides to contest.
“The worst person you can follow in your life is an ungrateful person. When somebody says he is 001, I can never be 001 ahead of my boss. If you give me that position, I will reject it,” Nwogu said.
He added that it was “very unfortunate that a son wants to be bigger than his father because of power.”
Nwogu further stated that defection was not the real issue in Rivers politics, but questioned the political strength and electoral value of individuals defecting to the All Progressives Congress, APC, and publicly declaring support for President Tinubu.
He assured Wike and the President that the people of Omuma remain firmly behind them.
Wike also visited Etche Local Government Area, where he reiterated to his supporters that political activities would officially commence in January.
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