Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has declared that his victory at
the Supreme Court is a victory for the rule of law and the people of
Rivers State.
Governor Wike added that the Supreme Court judgment is a victory for
democracy and a confirmation that the will of God will always prevail over
the machinations of men.
In a statement issued by Simeon Nwakaudu, Special Assistant to the Rivers
State Governor on Electronic Media, Governor Wike said that the judgment
of the Supreme Court validation of his election is a confirmation of the
mandate freely given to him by the people of the state.
Governor Wike trekked on the streets of Port Harcourt before ending up at
the Government House. As he walked the streets he was greeted by
celebrating Rivers people.
While assuring the people of Rivers State that his victory at the Supreme
Court will lead to greater delivery of democracy dividends across the
state, Governor Wike extended a hand of fellowship to the Rivers State APC
Governorship Candidate, Dakuku Peterside to join hands with his
administration to develop the state.
He praised the APC Governorship Candidate, Dr Dakuku Peterside for
approaching the Judiciary, instead of embarking on violence.
He stated that the people of Rivers State will continue to benefit from
the pro-people projects and programmes of his administration as he is
determined to always to live up to the social contract he entered with the
Rivers people.
Governor Wike specially thanked all Rivers people for their faith in him
and his administration.