Addressing the River state delegation which was led by the National Vice Chairman for South-South, Victor Giadom. Wike declared that those who had scored 2,000 in the 2023 elections would find their political influence greatly diminished in the upcoming 2027 elections.
Wike further expressed that he held no regrets for supporting President Tinubu during the last general election. He explained that his support was rooted in his unwavering commitment to ensuring equity and justice, asserting that he owed no one an apology for his stance.
In a promise to be inclusive, the minister assured that he would work diligently to unite the Rivers State APC and all Nigerians, vowing never to discriminate against individuals based on their religion, ethnicity, or political affiliations.
He said, “Let me say clearly and to the hearing of everyone: we owe a duty to continue to support Mr President irrespective of the political party we belong.
“My position is not hidden. I owe nobody no apologies that I stand firm with Tinubu. I stand for equity, fairness and justice.
“I thank God today that the battle has ended to the glory of God. We are all members of the Nigerian state and therefore it is important for all of us to also understand that the Nigerian state does not belong to a particular person or group.
“Mr. President, having emerged, is not the President of APC. He is the President of Nigeria. Of course, while he is governing Nigeria, he must also take care of the interests of his political party, no one can argue that. It is natural...
“Most of you worked for Asiwaju. Those who didn’t work for Asiwaju we know. It was not hidden. It was clear.
“I am sure in the next election, those who scored 2,000 would not get 50 votes again because we have nothing to give anybody again because our votes would go for President Bola Tinubu.”
Earlier, Giadom had praised Wike for his decision to support the President and begged him to carry members of the Rivers APC along.
