Governor Wike Finally Reveals 1 Thing That Will Make Him Happy in 2023

Governor Wike Finally Reveals 1 Thing That Will Make Him Happy in 2023

  • Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers state has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission to do its best to remain committed to giving Nigerians a credible election
  • Wike made this call while announcing the commencement of the construction work on Igwuruta internal roads in Ikwerre local government area of Rivers state
  • According to him, he hopes President Buhari will not renege on his pledge not to interfere with the 2023 general elections

The governor of Rivers state, Nyesom Wike, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure the commission fulfils its promise on delivering credible elections in 2023.

The Punch reports that Wike said it is important for Nigeria as a country if President Muhammadu Buhari does not renege on his pledge not to interfere with the conduct of the 2023 general election.

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Governor Nyesom Wike has urged INEC to ensure it fulfils its promises of delivering credible polls in 2023. Photo: Rivers state government
Source: Twitter

Speaking at the commencement of the construction work of Igwuruta internal roads in Ikwerre local government area of Rivers state, Wike said Buhari's pledge shows that he is serious about leaving an enduring legacy of conducting free and fair elections.

His words:

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“I thank Mr President that he wants to leave a legacy of conducting a free and fair election.”
“My problem is INEC, whether they will do what they said they will do. They are making promises now. I don’t know whether they will keep to them.
“If INEC will keep to the promises that Nigeria will get a better election, I will be so happy. Everybody will see with their eyes, that Abuja does not vote. It is the people here that will vote."

Finally, Buhari speaks on 2023 election, says no 'wuruwuru' will be tolerated under his watch

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Nigerians have been assured of a free, fair and credible election ahead of the much anticipated 2023 general polls.

The assurance was given to citizens by the president, who was represented by the National Security Adviser, Major General Babagana Monguno (retired).

According to President Muhammadu Buhari, no form of 'wuruwuru' would be tolerated under his watch.

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Soyinka confirmed that once the contract of democracy is broken by a leader, an impeachment process is in order.

Source: Legit.ng

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