Wike challenges 24-year political legacy of former Rivers leader

Author: Kabeer BelloPublished on: October 3, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Wike challenges 24-year political legacy of former Rivers leader

Nyesom Wike, FCT Minister, criticized the political legacy of a former Rivers State leader who held top government positions for 24 years, challenging residents of Evo Kingdom to point to tangible projects or empowerment initiatives during that time. He emphasized that leadership should be judged by the people empowered and the projects left behind, contrasting this with his own record as Minister of State for Education, where he identified projects he attracted to Rivers State. Wike stated he no longer has personal political ambitions and is focused on contributing to his people's development. He warned against building political structures around individuals and stressed the importance of creating successors to continue ongoing programs.

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