You are right, Obi should inform you before coming to Edo state- Wike supports Gov. Okpebholo

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has expressed his agreement with Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo’s assertion that “the former Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, should provide prior notice before visiting the state.

Wike recounted his own experience as Governor of Rivers State, stating that he provided Obi with vehicles and logistics during his presidential campaign in the state.

He further emphasized that the governor will be held accountable if anything happens to Obi while in the state.

The Minister made these comments in Benin City during the launch of modern mass transit buses by the Edo State government.

Wike also dismissed claims that Okpebholo threatened Obi against visiting the state.

He said: “When I was governor of Rivers State, when Peter Obi was coming to my state, he notified me, and I provided vehicles and logistics for him, because at that level, as a presidential candidate, anything that happens to him will be my fault.

“Governor Okpebholo, the statement you made is correct. Obi must inform you before coming to Edo State.”