Ekpeye Neglected: Nwuche Slams Past Rivers Governors For Failing To Leave A Legacy!

Former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Chibudom Nwuche, has praised the administration of former Rivers State Governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, for making a remarkable impact on the Ekpeye kingdom, which includes Ahoada East and Ahoada West local government areas.

Speaking at an appreciation party in Ochigba, Ahoada East, on Saturday, Nwuche acknowledged Wike’s tenure for driving unprecedented development and empowerment initiatives in Ekpeyeland. The event, organized by Nwuche, brought together leaders from both the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the area.

Nwuche expressed gratitude to political stakeholders for their support of Wike, stating:
“Looking back at the governors of this state, from Chief Rufus Ada-George to Peter Odili and Chibuike Amaechi before Wike, none left any tangible legacy in Ekpeyeland. No roads, no water projects, no electrification—nothing. But when Wike came, Ekpeye witnessed over 18 development projects, including the Rivers State University campus in Ahoada, the Ahoada-Omoku road by Julius Berger, and the Ochigba road, which was abandoned by Amaechi’s administration but completed by Wike.”

Nwuche praised Wike’s inclusive governance, emphasizing that despite not being a member of the PDP at the time, Wike prioritized the people’s welfare by completing abandoned projects. He noted, “Governance is about the people. You do not abandon projects because you didn’t initiate them. That’s why Wike’s leadership stands out.”

He commended Wike’s empowerment efforts, such as supporting local companies and completing critical infrastructure projects like the Ogbogu road. Nwuche criticized past governors for using their offices to target political opponents, sharing his own experiences of such “witch-hunts.”

“Wike is different. He has a large heart. Even those who opposed him in the APC have now joined him because he forgave them,” Nwuche said, adding that true leadership requires magnanimity and a focus on unity.

The former Deputy Speaker urged party leaders to ensure that grassroots structures function effectively, fostering inclusivity and collaboration. “There is no need for factions. The APC and PDP are now working together, which demonstrates a shared understanding,” he concluded.