A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, Princewill A. Dike, has described the emerging political cooperation between the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election as a strategic opportunity for the development of Rivers State and the wider Niger Delta region.
Dike stated this after the Rainbow Coalition presidential campaign rally held at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt, where he said the combined support of Wike and Fubara’s political structures could strengthen Tinubu’s chances in the 2027 presidential election.
According to him, the strong turnout at the rally demonstrated what he described as the growing political unity, strength and commitment of Rivers residents towards the re-election of Tinubu and other candidates of the Rainbow Coalition.
Dike also described the public embrace between President Tinubu and Governor Fubara following the governor’s address as a significant symbol of reconciliation and political cooperation.
He said the development showed that leaders could overcome previous disagreements and work together in pursuit of broader development objectives.
“The efforts of Wike and Governor Fubara will further strengthen Rivers State’s position in infrastructure, federal appointments, economic opportunities and the impact positively on the development of the Niger Delta,” Dike said.
Tinubu’s Reforms Will Address Economic Challenges, Dike Says
Commenting on the President’s remarks concerning Nigeria’s economic difficulties and ongoing reforms, the APC chieftain said the Federal Government was demonstrating a commitment to addressing structural problems inherited from previous administrations.
Dike said the concerns over hunger and the rising cost of living required deliberate policy measures, responsible leadership and collective sacrifice.
He argued that the current administration should be assessed within the broader context of its efforts to stabilise the economy and promote long-term development.
“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,” he said.
Dike further described Governor Fubara’s pledge to deliver not less than three million votes for Tinubu in 2027 as a major demonstration of political commitment.
He urged Nigerians to consider the government’s policies and reforms within the context of national recovery and sustainable development.
The APC chieftain also commended Wike for what he described as impressive mobilisation at the rally, portraying the former Rivers governor as a political leader with significant grassroots influence and organisational capacity.
Dike said Wike’s political experience and understanding of Rivers politics had continued to attract national attention.
He also highlighted Wike’s reference to 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 examples of what he described as the benefits of constructive engagement with the Federal Government.
He argued that sustained cooperation between the state and federal authorities could create more opportunities for infrastructure development, employment, federal appointments and economic growth across Rivers State and the Niger Delta.
Dike therefore called on Rivers residents, particularly youths, women and community leaders, to maintain their support for President Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, saying the 2027 election would provide an opportunity to consolidate what he described as the gains of the administration’s ongoing reforms.
