Orduen, speaking with TimesNow.com.ng on Sunday, October 6, said the outcome has been interpreted as a significant setback for the once-dominant political figure.
He said that Wike’s defeat marks the end of an era in Rivers politics.
His words:
Speaking on Wike’s activities in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) while also working with the opposition, he said:
However, this strategy appears to have backfired, with Orduen stating,
Speaking still, Orduen sees Wike’s defeat as a cautionary tale for other political figures, saying:
“Wike’s defeat should be a lesson to all politicians who believe they can dominate through force, wealth, or manipulation. No individual is bigger than the democratic process.”
He emphasized the importance of genuine leadership, quoting Plato:
TimesNow.com.ng earlier reported that the chairmen elected during the Rivers Local Government election will be sworn in at 4 pm on Sunday, October 6.
The backdrop to this event is marked by tension and unrest. The elections, held yesterday, were marred by gunshots, bomb explosions, and protests in various parts of the state.
Source: TimesNow.com.ng
