The Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, has asserted that he would do everything within his power to ensure his successor is someone who would defend the interest of the State.
He made this pledge during a birthday party which was organised for him by his wife, Justice Eberechi Suzzette Nyesom-Wike in his private residence at Rumuepirikom, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State yesterday night.
The governor revealed that he had asked elders and leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State to begin the search for someone with capacity and passion to defend the interest of the state to succeed him.
‘I have dedicated this my birthday to make sure whoever is going to succeed me will be for the interest of the Rivers people, will be for the interest of the development of Nigeria.’
Governor Wike, who narrated how he was hoodwinked to attend the birthday party that was secretly organised by his wife at his sport complex, thanked God for granting him a fruitful and eventful life.
He expressed his profound gratitude to the Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, wife of the governor of Oyo State, Mrs. Tamunominni Makinde and other dignitaries for attending the occasion.
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The governor urged people to continue praying for God’s grace to abound on him and his family on all sides.
Meanwhile, Governor Wike has appealed to various communities in the state to support the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
He said when communities support government, they attract more development projects that are better than cash gifts.
The governor made the statement to appreciate the support given by the people of Rumueme community to the ruling party.
Speaking at the inauguration of Tombia Road Extension in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area performed by Enugu State Governor, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, Wike said the project was another fulfillment of promise made.
Governor Wike said he had often reiterated the need for people to understand that government is not only about making promises, but also includes a commitment to fulfilling those promises.
He explained that the best way to ensure those promises are fulfilled is to hold politicians accountable to what they say and do.
Wike said this would ensure that such politicians do not turn around later to offer excuses for their failure in keeping the promises they made when another opportunity pushes them to come seeking fresh political support.
AFRICA TODAY NEWS, NEW YORK