Princewill A. Dike, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, has described the recent Rainbow Coalition presidential campaign rally in Port Harcourt as a defining moment in the state’s political history. Speaking to journalists shortly after the event at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Dike stated that the massive turnout of political leaders, party faithful, and residents demonstrated the growing unity and commitment of Rivers people to the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in 2027.
Dike emphasized that the rally highlighted the confidence reposed in President Tinubu’s leadership and the political coordination of Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). He noted that Tinubu’s remarks regarding the nation’s economic challenges reflected the Federal Government’s determination to address structural problems inherited from previous administrations. “Tinubu is not the cause of Nigeria’s economic woes, but he is not resting on his oars in correcting the economic mismanagement of past administrations,” Dike said, urging Nigerians to evaluate government policies within the broader context of national recovery and sustainable development.
The APC chieftain particularly commended Wike for his impressive mobilization efforts, describing him as a leader whose organizational capacity and grassroots connections have attracted national attention. Dike pointed to specific achievements cited by Wike, including the completion of the Bonny-Bodo Road, the establishment of the Federal University of Environment in Ogoniland, and the appointment of at least 47 Rivers indigenes to federal positions, as evidence of the importance of constructive engagement with the Federal Government.
Addressing political accountability, Dike highlighted Wike’s challenge to former Governor Chibuike Amaechi to account for projects and financial transactions during his administration. He insisted that such demands for transparency remain an essential element of democratic leadership. Additionally, Dike described the warm embrace shared between President Tinubu and Governor Siminalayi Fubara after the governor’s address as a powerful symbol of reconciliation and unity, despite previous disagreements between the leaders.
Governor Fubara had promised to deliver not less than three million votes for Tinubu in the 2027 elections, a commitment Dike characterized as a major statement of political loyalty. The APC chieftain urged Rivers residents, particularly youths, women, and community leaders, to sustain their support for President Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, stressing that the upcoming election would provide an opportunity to consolidate the gains of ongoing reforms.
Dike expressed confidence that the continued cooperation between Tinubu, Wike, and Fubara would further strengthen Rivers State’s position in infrastructure development, federal appointments, and economic opportunities. He concluded by noting that this political alignment is expected to drive the broader development of the Niger Delta region.
<small>Source: The Sun Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
