It’s time for Atiku Abubakar, who faced fierce opposition from Ex Governor Nyeson Wike of Rivers State when he contested the 2023 Presidential election on the platform of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to jubilate over what appeared to be the deflation of Wike’s attempt to assert political authourity as Godfather in the State.
Atiku and Wike, who is now the minister of the Federal Capital Territory under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC), were in the PDP together during the 2023 elections, even till date.
Reacting to the local government election which was conducted Saturday, October 5, in the state, with the party of the reigning Governor,Siminalayi Fubara, wining in 22 of the 23 local governments, Atiku said that people in the state have clearly shown their rejection of the Godfatherism being imposed by Wike.
Atiku started by saying in a statement today, October 6, that with the conclusion of the local government election in Rivers State, “the shadows of political intimidation and judicial chicanery have dissipated, paving the way for the noble pursuit of governance to commence in the State.
“From the bustling heart of Port Harcourt to the tranquil shores of Onne, the populace has spoken in harmonious unison, affirming that nothing can better democracy!
“As prophesied, it has now been revealed that the citizens of Rivers are astute and resolute, unwavering in their rejection of any form of political oppression, harassment, or the machinations of self-serving godfathers.”
Atiku congratulated the newly elected local government leaders and advised them to wear the welfare of the people as their foremost badge of honour, “shunning the path of tyranny and delusional ambition in their political endeavors.”
The obviously aggreived PDP presidential candidate in the 2023 election, expressed happiness that “the resilient people of Rivers State were steadfastness in the face of adversity, courageously ensuring that the election unfolded with peace and integrity.
“I must also applaud Governor Fubara for his unwavering commitment to the people’s interests, safeguarding the sanctity of the local government elections even amidst provocative challenges.
“In the grand tapestry of this election, it is ultimately the people who emerge victorious, their sacred right to choose their leaders firmly upheld within the framework of our democratic process.”
