By Mohammed Bello Doka
Former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Prince Uche Secondus, has stirred the political pot in Rivers State with his recent remarks, directly implicating Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, in the state's ongoing turmoil. Secondus minced no words as he attributed the prolonged crisis to what he described as Wike's relentless pursuit of self-interest at the expense of the state's stability and development.
Secondus, speaking passionately, pointedly questioned the impact of Wike's leadership on Rivers State, both during his tenure as governor and in his current role as Minister of the FCT. "As Minister, what has he, Wike, attracted in terms of Federal projects to our dear State since he assumed office?" Secondus questioned, his tone tinged with frustration. "Perhaps misery, grief, and anguish," he added, accusing Wike of overseeing policies that drove investors away, further exacerbating the state's economic woes.
Highlighting the magnitude of the crisis, Secondus did not shy away from addressing his personal grievances with Wike, despite their shared political history. "Mrs. Patience Jonathan and I worked for his emergence as governor, have we ever breathed down his neck? Instead, what we get is disrespect and insults," he lamented, underscoring what he perceived as Wike's lack of gratitude towards his supporters.
In a bold move, Secondus called upon President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene, urging him to reign in Wike's alleged interference in Rivers State politics. "Whatever Wike thinks he is, it must be stressed that Rivers people made him," Secondus emphasized, appealing for a return to governance guided by the will of the people rather than personal ambitions.
Secondus' statements have ignited a fresh wave of debate and speculation within political circles, with observers closely watching for potential reactions from both Wike's camp and federal authorities. As tensions simmer in Rivers State, the spotlight remains firmly fixed on the power dynamics at play, with the hopes of residents pinned on a resolution that prioritizes their welfare and the state's progress.
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