The former Chairman of Ikwerre Local Government, Samuel Nwanosike has alleged that the governor of Rivers state, Sir Siminalayi Fubara is deliberately attempting to discredit his political opponents, particularly those who hold contrary views to his administration. He emphasized his substantial contributions to the development of Ikwerre Local Government during his tenure as Chairman.
He specifically highlighted one of his major achievements: the reconstruction of the Local Government Council. He expressed deep concern about what he perceives as orchestrated efforts to diminish or destroy his legacy in Ikwerre local government. He argued that this is a calculated strategy aimed at manipulating public perception, making it appear as though these opposition figures are the primary instigators of ongoing crises in Rivers state.
He said in an interview with TVC from 7:03, ‘What the governor is trying to do is to blacklist his political opponents and those who have opposing views to him, and paint them with a black brush. So that Nigerians will say they are the ones creating the crisis. I cannot be part of those who destroyed my legacy in Ikwerre Local Government. Those who know me are aware that the Local Government Council was rebuilt by me. It is on record, and all my commissioning in all the wards were broadcasted by your station. So, if the governor and his cohorts are trying to destroy my legacies, it’s unfortunate.”