President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Thursday, revealed that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, and the former governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, is not just a minister in his administration but also his adviser.
Tinubu said this when he welcomed the high-powered 62-man delegation from Rivers state, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, News About Nigeria reports.
Tinubu also commended the former Governor of Rivers State for his commitment towards ensuring that he carried out his assignment upon assumption to office, urging the people to appreciate him and also give him their unwavering commitment and support.
In his words: “The Honourable Minister, Wike, is not just the Minister of FCT, he is also my adviser and an admirer of mine. He has hit the ground running and he should be encouraged by the State.”
The President, therefore, assured stakeholders from Rivers State that he has heard their cries on infrastructure development especially on the dilapidated Elementary junction-Onne axis of the East-West Road linking the Port Harcourt Refinery.
Tinubu also charged young people to be more patient towards his administration as they are working towards rebuilding the Nigeria of their dreams.
“I am the Captain and Chief Salesman of the country. We have to reverse the trend and achieve possibilities within a short period of time. Our people have high expectations for us. I pledge to work hard, and I pray to God to put me on the right path, not to disappoint Nigerians,” he stated.
