Eko Hot Blog reports that a group of Southern leaders under the Citizens Network for Peace and Development of Nigeria (CNPDN) has voiced support for Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Ezenwo Nyesom Wike amidst the political turmoil in his home state, Rivers.
After a meeting in Abuja on Monday, the leaders praised Wike’s undistracted focus on his role as FCT Minister and his non-interference in Rivers State governance under Governor Siminalayi Fubara.
They criticized opposition efforts against Wike’s work in Abuja, attributing it to those who previously mismanaged the territory.
The leaders lauded President Bola Tinubu’s decision to appoint Wike, highlighting his achievements in nine months that surpass those of some former ministers over eight years.
National Coordinator Chief Raphael Okorie urged Nigerians to be patient with Tinubu’s administration as it works on economic recovery and security improvements.
“It is easy for you to assess a man who has precedent. Wike served as Governor for eight years. For those of us who grew up in Rivers state, now you have to use your GPS to move around because of the level of infrastructure development. If you don’t use GPS, you might get lost, especially in Port Harcourt.
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“Rivers crisis is not peculiar. Wike is a man who lives above board. He has given the governor the free hand to lead the state without any interference. Wike cannot be distracted by the issues in Rivers state. The judiciary is also capable of resolving the issues that are in court.
“Wike has done a lot in just nine months. We know that there are people who want to distract him. But he has ignored them.
He is not even bothered about the crisis in Rivers State. He’s busy with developing Abuja.
“In nine months as FCT Minister, he has transformed the Territory. We want to assure him that we are with him and we stand behind him to succeed as Minister. And we urge him to ignore those trying to distract him from replicating the wonders he performed in Rivers State,” said Okorie.
The group highlighted Tinubu and Wike’s accomplishments, noting progress in infrastructure, economic stability, and foreign investment. They commended Wike’s efforts in improving security and development in Abuja and urged continued support for his leadership.
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