Wike: How God Used Daniel Orbih to Make Me Governor of Rivers State
Chuks Okocha and Olawale Ajimotokan in Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has recalled how the late Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Daniel Orbih, resisted pressure
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Nigeria, recounted how Daniel Orbih, a late Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, played a crucial role in his political journey. Orbih, who was the vice national chairman of PDP in the South-south geopolitical zone, refused to back out of his support for Wike's bid for the governorship of Rivers State in 2015, despite intense pressure from political opponents.
Wike described Orbih as not seeking personal benefits from their political relationship and emphasized his loyalty and dependability during times of crisis. Orbih's support extended beyond public backing, as he donated two bulletproof Mercedes-Benz buses to Wike's campaign and helped mobilize political structures in the South-south.
Former Edo State Governor and current senator for Edo North, Adams Oshiomhole, also paid tribute to Orbih, stating that their political disagreements made him a better governor.
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