In a recent interview with Arise News, Darlington Orji, the Caretaker Chairman of Ikwerre Local Government Area, has called for Governor Siminalayi Fubara to have full control over Rivers State’s governance, citing the significant influence of former Governor Peter Odili in shaping the state’s political landscape.
Orji acknowledged Dr. Odili’s role in building the political structure in Rivers State, stating that every politician in the state today owes their rise to Dr. Odili’s mentorship.
However, he emphasized that this does not mean Dr. Odili should control people’s lives. Orji struck a balance by recognizing former Governor Nyesom Wike’s contributions while urging that Governor Fubara be allowed to take decisions on behalf of the people.
He stressed that the Rivers people deserve a choice and should not be held hostage by any individual’s interests. By granting Fubara full control, Orji believes the governor can truly serve the people and move the state forward.
In his own words, “If they’re talking about the owner of the structure in Rivers State, the structure is owned, was organized, built, and owned by Sir Doctor Peter Odili. Every politician you can think of in the state today, no matter the divisions to which you belong, is the product of his Excellency, the former Governor of Rivers State, Doctor Peter Odili.
So what happens to him? If you build a structure, does that mean you are going to hold people? Can you own my life? The Rivers people must have a choice. We’re not disowning Wike; Wike’s still the son of Rivers State…..Discover _More
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