Hold on to your hats, folks! Former Rivers State Governor and current FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has just dropped a truth bomb that’s shaking up Nigerian politics. In a jaw-dropping revelation, Wike claims he installed Siminalayi Fubara as governor, without Fubara even lifting a finger to campaign. This is not your usual political story; it’s a tale of power, influence, and a whole lot of surprise.
- Wike claims he handed Fubara the governorship.
- Fubara didn’t buy a form or campaign.
- Wike criticizes ‘fair-weather’ politicians.
- The revelation has caused a stir in Rivers State politics.
The Shocking Revelation
At a recent New Year’s banquet, attended by big names like Edo State Governor, Sen. Monday Okpobholo, and Sen. Adams Oshiomhole, Wike spilled the tea. He stated that Fubara didn’t even bother to purchase a nomination form or declare his intention to run for office. Instead, Wike claims he handed him the form and guaranteed his victory. Can you believe it?
It’s Not Just About Support
Wike emphasized the difference between supporting a candidate and *making* someone a governor. He noted that while support is important, it’s extremely unusual for someone to be selected out of the blue and placed in such a high office. He essentially said, ‘I didn’t just support him, I made him’. This is definitely not your everyday story of political success.
Wike’s Exact Words
Here’s how Wike put it, “Nobody bought form for me. But people should tell me, you can not get anything without people supporting you, but it is different from someone making you… Somebody went somewhere and collected form. He didn’t put money oh, he didn’t even contemplate that he wanted to be this, somebody wakes you up in the morning and said come, take, go, you would be and you became.” He’s basically saying, ‘Fubara didn’t even dream of being governor, but I decided he would be’.
A Swipe at Political ‘Ingrates’
Wike also took the opportunity to call out some politicians he considers ‘fair-weather’, including Celestine Omehia, Uche Secondus, and Peter Odili. According to Wike, these are the types who will jump ship the moment it suits them. Ouch! It seems Wike is not afraid to ruffle some feathers with his claims.
Rivers State in Turmoil
This bombshell comes amid calls for Wike to apologize to former governor Odili, adding to the current political drama in Rivers State. The rift between these two politicians has sparked concern about the state’s stability. It seems there is a lot more to this story than meets the eye.
What Does This Mean for Nigerian Politics?
This whole situation raises serious questions about how power is wielded in Nigerian politics. It seems that, behind the scenes, some politicians can make or break careers as they please. This story is sure to fuel more debate and speculation about the dynamics of Nigerian political power.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the statements made by Nyesom Wike and other publicly available information. No claims are made as to the veracity of these statements, but simply to report on these facts
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