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Wike Denies Being “Made” Governor, Says His Rise Was Self-Driven

KINGSLEY OYEMA by KINGSLEY OYEMA
January 4, 2025
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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims that he became the Governor of Rivers State solely through the influence of political leaders in the region.

Speaking at a civic reception for his loyalists in Port Harcourt on Friday, Wike acknowledged the support he received but insisted that his rise to power was primarily a result of his own efforts and determination.

“You didn’t give me. To be governor of Rivers State 2014, I fought for the party structure. I took it from Magnus Abe, yes, I did,” Wike stated, referencing his political journey. “So you can’t say you made me Governor. Nobody, I don’t want to make comments about certain people, I won’t do that.”

In contrast, Wike claimed credit for the political ascendancy of the current Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, asserting that he installed Fubara as governor.

The remarks come amid resurfaced social media videos showing former First Lady, Patience Jonathan, introducing Wike to ex-governor Peter Odili and other political leaders as the preferred candidate to succeed Rotimi Amaechi. These videos have reignited discussions about Wike’s political career and the ongoing tensions between him and Odili, which are further exacerbated by Wike’s strained relationship with Governor Fubara.

Wike expressed frustration with Odili, accusing him of openly siding with Governor Fubara instead of playing a neutral, fatherly role in the state’s political crisis.

“You Magnus, all of you, Victor Giadom, I fought you people, took the party structure,” Wike recalled. “So, nobody can say I brought Wike, I dashed you. Nobody can say that.”

While reiterating that his rise was a result of his own determination, Wike acknowledged the support of others during his journey. “But it would be unfair to me, to Almighty God, for me to say nobody supported me. No, you can’t say that. You need people’s support, but not to say you gave me,” he concluded.

The minister’s comments come at a time of heightened political tension in Rivers State, as rival factions within the party grapple for influence and control.

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