Nyesom Wike, the governor of Rivers State, has stated that votes cast in the state in the general election in 2023 will go where a tangible reward is assured for such support.
The governor added that anyone or any group attempting to kill him will perish first and that his life was in God’s hands.
Wike admitted that a few of his close friends had expressed worries about his safety, but he had urged them not to worry since God was on his side.
The governor said, “At the appropriate time, we will decide on what to do. I want Rivers people to reflect on this because, since 1999, we have brought the highest votes to the Peoples Democratic Party.
“I challenge any state to say they have brought more votes for the PDP. Which state has given more support than Rivers State? Since 1999, show me one federal project in Rivers State. Is there any?
‘’So, if you want our votes, then tell me what you will give Rivers people. Our votes are not for dash anymore.”
Such persons, Wike noted are now talking as if they love the PDP more.
He added, “This (federal) government fought us but we survived it. Most of them who are talking now, if this Federal Government had descended on them, most of them would have crumbled.
“They were going to negotiate with Buhari in 2019 and that was how Buhari won the election. They came to me, and I said no negotiation, the PDP must win.
“Some people told me, ‘be careful, they will kill you.’ Kill who? Who told you you will not die first before you reach me? So, those of you panicking, you don’t need to panic.
“If you have God, what are you afraid of? They have chased us, they’ve fought us but today we are standing strong.’’
Wike also explained his remarks regarding the reasons why he claimed he was prepared to deal with opponents of his electoral eligibility.
The governor claimed that God had given him the authority and resources necessary to serve as governor and that he would not leave what he would do in God’s hands.
