The Emir of Bauchi State, Alhaji Rilwanu Suleiman Adamu says the
pragmatic approach to governance adopted by the Rivers State Governor,
Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has endeared him to many Nigerians.
The Emir made the assertion when the Bauchi State Governor, Senator
Bala Mohammed led Governor Wike on a courtesy visit to the Emir’s
Palace.
Governor Wike was on a one-day visit to Bauchi state to flag-off the
construction of two roads in the capital city of the State.
Alhaji Adamu noted the commitment with which Governor Wike has served
the interest of his state and passionately improved the socio-economic
welfare of the people.
“I have watched the unconscious cultivation of the bond of fraternity
and friendship between Governor Nyesom Wike and Senator Bala Mohammed.
“The two of you are considered by many Nigerians as the perfect partners
in progress. Indeed, you are working separately in your States and
attracting the admiration of your citizens.
“Without fear of contradiction, Governor Wike has enjoyed the
admiration of many because of his practical and pragmatic approach to
life and politics. You have a heart that’s always willing to excel.
“I will also request you to appreciate Senator Bala Mohammed because, in
one year, we have seen a record of performance by the way he has
changed the face of the State.
“As custodians of tradition and values, we are open to encouraging
those in public office who are performing,” he said.
The Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike appealed to the royal
father to always find joy counseling the Governor and other political
representatives to offer the best to the people.
He said they do not know it all and often, such advice can prevent a
grievous error if the responsibility is not pushed aside because of the
fear that political colouration could be given to such gestures.
“I plead with you to call your son to yourself and correct him when it
is needful. He will quickly retrace his steps with your fatherly
advice. Don’t see him going wrong, and you say it’s not my business,
I’m not a politician.
“When I was invited here, I accepted because I was coming to do
something that will make life more meaningful, something that will
bring development to the people of Bauchi state. That is the kind of
thing I associate with.
“Your Governor has shown that the interest of the people of Bauchi state
is his interest. Let me tell you clearly, on behalf of the people of
Rivers State and myself, we are happy to identify and associate
ourselves with the Governor of Bauchi state.
“And I can tell you that by the grace of God, this relationship will
continue to grow,” he stated.
On his part, the Governor of Bauchi State, Senator Bala Mohammed
described Governor Wike as one of the best performing Governors in the
country.
He said Governor Wike is a bridge-builder who makes history with his
style of governance and contributes tirelessly to the development of
Nigeria.
“The Rivers State Governor is one of those persons who is making
history, developing Nigeria and building bridges. He is one of the best
performing governors. He is deepening stakeholding and I have learned so
much from him.
“I know him as a man who carries his people along. A very generous,
highly principled, and passionate person. He is somebody who believes in
the corporate existence of Nigeria.
“He is called Mr. Projects because he opens new frontiers in which he
uses projects and programmes to improve the quality of life of his
people.
“He has respect for you and for the traditional institution. He is here
because he cannot be in Bauchi and fail to pay his respect to you.
Thereafter, he will be going to symbolically flag-off some projects that
can improve movement, and ease the turn around time for doing
businesses.
“I feel there is nobody more important, and more suitable to come and
perform this symbolic programme other than Governor Nyesom Ezenwo Wike,”
he stated.
