An Ikwerre-born politician and APC chieftain, Mr Princewill Dike, has praised President Bola Tinubu and FCT Minister Chief Nyesom Wike for their dedication to Nigeria's development and Rivers State's political growth. He made these remarks after the Rainbow Coalition presidential campaign rally at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt. The rally showcased the importance of political cooperation and collective commitment to the state's and country's development.
Mr Dike expressed optimism that the ongoing policies would translate into improved living conditions and greater economic opportunities. He noted that President Tinubu's response to concerns about hunger and the rising cost of living demonstrated a commitment to addressing Nigeria's challenges through deliberate reforms and responsible leadership. The APC chieftain also praised the massive turnout of political leaders and supporters from across the state and the South-South region.
Mr Dike particularly commended Chief Wike for his successful mobilisation efforts and described him as a strategic political leader with an impressive understanding of grassroots politics. He highlighted Chief Wike's references 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 into federal political positions.
The APC chieftain also acknowledged Chief Wike's challenge to former Rivers State governor, Mr Chibuike Amaechi, to account for projects and financial transactions during his administration. Mr Dike described this challenge as a reminder that public office holders must defend their records before the people. He further commended Governor Siminalayi Fubara for declaring that Rivers State would work towards delivering not less than three million votes for President Tinubu in the 2027 general elections.
Mr Dike described the Rainbow Coalition, which brings together political interests from the APC and the PDP, as a strategic platform for promoting political understanding and advancing development. He stressed that the interest of Rivers people should take precedence over partisan differences and urged youths, women, community leaders, and other political stakeholders to sustain their participation in the democratic process.
The APC chieftain expressed confidence that the cooperation among President Tinubu, Chief Wike, and Governor Fubara would strengthen Rivers State's position in the national development agenda. He highlighted potential areas of growth, including infrastructure, federal appointments, and economic opportunities. Mr Dike congratulated the organisers and participants for the successful rally and urged Rivers people to sustain the spirit of unity, peace, and political maturity.
In a related development, Governor Douye Diri has set a target of at least one million votes for President Bola Tinubu in Bayelsa State in the 2027 presidential election. He charged the newly inaugurated APC State Campaign Council to prioritise reconciliation, party unity, and collective electoral mobilisation. The governor listed several achievements of President Tinubu, including the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway and interventions in the power sector.
Key points
- APC chieftain Princewill Dike praises President Bola Tinubu and FCT Minister Chief Nyesom Wike for their commitment to Nigeria's development.
- The Rainbow Coalition is a strategic platform for promoting political understanding and advancing development in Rivers State.
- Governor Douye Diri sets a target of one million votes for President Tinubu in Bayelsa State in the 2027 presidential election.
