Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wine has said he doesn’t need the police to rig elections for him in 2019, saying his stewardship will win him a second term.
He also warned security agencies in the state against influencing the outcome of elections.
The governor, who spoke Saturday night at the Rivers State Police Command Thanksgiving in Port Harcourt, said the massive projects he has executed in his first term have endeared him to the people and will fetch him a second term.
He said, “I won’t tell you to rig elections for me. Projects I am doing across the state will count. I know people are waiting for you. When you want to rig, the only security I have are the people.
“I have projects spread everywhere. That is the sacrifice we have made. I am monitoring and inspecting projects everyday, because I will continue to build my friendship with the people.”
The governor added, “Whether you are wearing black or t-shirt, Rivers people will be there. Whether you come with armoured vehicles, Rivers people will be there. This time, you will see women. Let me see how you will kill them that day. I am recruiting Rivers people to protect democracy”.
While assuring the police of continued support of his government, Wike urged police personnel in the state to continue to uphold the ethics of their profession.