Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike’s statement declaring that any INEC Officer who plots to rig the forthcoming National Assembly re-run elections in the state does so at his/her own risk is a statement hinged on his commitment to the rule of law and the development of the state, Simeon Nwakaudu, Special Assistant to the Rivers State Governor on Electronic Media has explained.
In a statement on Saturday, Simeon Nwakaudu stated that all well-meaning Nigerians have commended the governor for rising in defence of the resources and mandate of the people of Rivers State.
He said those uncomfortable with the position of the governor to stop electoral fraudsters are mainly politicians neck-deep in electoral fraud and mischief.
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According to him: “It is a statement based on the reality that the people of Rivers State at all times will protect their votes and mandate irrespective of any attempt to use security forces to manipulate the process.
“It is a statement hinged on the fact that Rivers is a PDP state and nobody, no matter how mischievously cunning would be allowed to use security forces to compromise the electoral process.
“Those who are edgy about his statement of fact should hide their heads in shame for plotting to connive with criminal elements to subvert the collective will and mandate of Rivers people “.
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Mr Nwakaudu added: “It is important to reiterate that Rivers State is PDP and the party enjoys unprecedented following as a result of Governor Wike’s superlative performance.
“Nobody should test the resolve of the people to protect their mandate. In Rivers State rigging is not an option because the people have made their choice to always support the PDP and Governor Wike “
