Odili, royal father reaffirm support for Wike

Former Rivers State governor, Dr. Peter Odili has reaffirmed
his support for the gubernatorial candidate of Peoples
Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State, Chief Nyesom Wike.
He expressed optimism that Wike would emerge as the next
governor of the state.
Odili spoke yesterday at the palace of the Oba of Ogbaland,
His Royal Majesty, Nnam Obi in Omoku, in Ogba/Egbema/
Ndoni Local Government Area of the state.
The former governor described Wike as someone, who had
been prepared for leadership.
According to him, leaders in the state had resolved to throw
their weight behind the former Minister of State for Education,
adding that he would use his leadership qualities to transform
the state.
Odili said: “I am here to confirm that Mr. Wike is the next
governor of Rivers State. The entire political class of our state
is behind Wike.
“This palace is known for blessing those that will take over
the leadership of Rivers State. We urge this palace to bless
the incoming governor of our state. Wike is a man, who will
restore the pride of Rivers people. We are tired of the present
situation. We are waiting for Wike to take over on May 29.”
In his speech, Wike assured the people of the local
government of rapid development, as well as improved
security in the area. He said his administration would dualize
the Ahoada-Omoku Road.
Responding, Oba Nnam Obi, who said he had endorsed Wike
and President Jonathan, urged his subjects to vote for Wike,
adding that he had the capacity to transform Rivers State.
“Even, the APC has admitted the failure of their government,
to provide security for the people of ONELGA. The APC lacks
the capacity to develop Rivers State, hence, we will take over,
to wipe away the tears of our suffering people.”
He also appealed to the people, to support President Goodluck
Jonathan and other PDP candidates in February, 2015 general
elections.
Wike accused the outgoing governor of corruption, alleging
that he bought key properties in Port Harcourt.
He challenged Amaechi to start a probe of corrupt officials in
Rivers State.