Nyesom Wike, minister of the FCT, has said that when it comes to effective administration in Rivers State, his stomach plays a role.
During a meeting with Evo Kingdom leaders and stakeholders in Obio-Akpor Local Government Area of the state on Friday, Wike made the comment.
Good administration, according to the minister, should encompass more than just physical structures like highways; it should also encompass his own stomach.
I mentioned that in Akpor today. I once informed the current chairman of the Akpor that good government is about more than just roads; it’s also about my stomach.
“I informed him that you are the chairman today and that seat belongs to Akpor, not you. However, not everyone from Akpor can be the chairman, which is why you are the chairman,” he explained.
These comments were delivered by Wike when addressing Solomon Eke, the former chairman of the Obio-Akpor Local Government Area, whom he maintained should not be abandoned despite his accusations of political opposition.
At one point during the incident, Wike said, “Where is Solomon Eke?” in reference to Eke. As my son, I want you to come here.
Even though Eke had previously opposed the minister during his first term as chairman of the council, the minister claimed it was challenging for him to ensure Eke’s rise to the position.
“Be careful!” I cautioned him. Despite their political disputes in the past, Wike assured Eke that he would not be abandoned and that what he was hearing about him would not lead well politically.