In an open acknowledgment that underscores the intricate political landscape in Rivers State, the All Progressives Congress (APC) caretaker committee chairman admitted his failed attempts to bring 27 state lawmakers into the party.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
During an interview on TVC, alongside FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, Tony Okocha openly conceded his unsuccessful political efforts, stating, “Excellency, Nyesom Wike, I am the loser here,” and elaborated, “I say I’m the loser because I made frantic efforts to woo these men into the APC, but it failed.”
Okocha further reflected on the failure of his attempts, noting, “not even the political gimmick that they perfectly exhibited. I did everything I could.”
This candid admission offers a rare insight into the behind-the-scenes political negotiations in Rivers State, while also highlighting the lawmakers’ strong loyalty to their current political affiliations.
Political commentators point out that this revelation from a key APC figure exposes the challenges that opposition parties face in Rivers State, particularly in their attempts to disrupt the established political structure.
The statement has reignited conversations about political loyalty and party defections in Nigeria, with observers noting that the lawmakers’ resistance to what was likely a tempting offer reflects an uncommon level of political commitment in today’s Nigerian political scene.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
