POLITICS
National Vice Chairman of APC, Victor Giadom Declares Gokana, Wike’s Political Stronghold, Says Governor Fubara Must “Pass Through Wike” to Win Anything in Rivers
The National Vice Chairman of the All Progressive Congress (APC), South South, Hon. Victor Giadom, on Tuesday, stirred the Rivers political space as he openly advised Governor Siminalayi Fubara to work through the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, if he hopes to achieve any electoral or political success in the state.
Giadom made the declaration during Wike’s widely attended “thank you” visit to the people of Gokana Local Government Area of Rivers State, a visit that turned into a massive political endorsement of the former governor’s influence and leadership in the area.
Describing Wike as a dependable and dominant force in Rivers politics, Giadom assured the minister that Gokana remains firmly under his political control, stressing that no rival structure exists in the area.
“I guarantee, on behalf of my brothers, that the Gokana people are for Wike and Tinubu, and nobody will challenge Wike’s influence in Gokana.
“Gokana is a ‘no-go area’ for anybody, even the Gov. Fubara. For him to win anything in Gokana, he must pass through Wike,” he said.
Adding his voice, former Senator who represented Rivers South East Senatorial District, Sen. Magnus Abe, declared that the political loyalty of Gokana people had long been settled, describing Wike as a unifying leader whose leadership brings rewards.
“Wike is a leader that unites, and that is why we are united. If you follow Wike, you will not go home empty-handed.
“The Ogoni people are with you, and we will not go home empty-handed. Please tell Tinubu not to bother coming to Gokana to campaign. We are for him,” he said.
Also speaking, the Deputy Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Dumle Maol, reaffirmed the unwavering loyalty of Gokana people to the FCT Minister, pledging total alignment with his political direction.
“Anywhere you go, we will go,” he said.
Earlier, the Chairman of Gokana Local Government Council, Mr. Confidence Deko, also pledged unflinching support to Wike, crediting him for tangible benefits enjoyed by the people of the area.
“Wherever you go, we will go.
“This local government is for you because of what you have done for us. Please tell Tinubu that the people of Gokana are appreciative of him.
“The time for payback is near, and we will do the needful,” he said.
In his response, Wike explained that the visit was primarily to express gratitude to the Gokana people for their consistent support and goodwill over the years.
He commended the people for their unity and open show of support for President Bola Tinubu, noting that collective purpose always attracts positive outcomes.
“When you are united, good things will come,” he said.
The minister urged the people to remain patient and attentive to their leaders, assuring them that proper direction would be given when the time is right.
Wike further disclosed that political forces across party lines in Rivers State are aligning under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, emphasizing cooperation between major political parties in the state.
“That is why you see PDP and APC members here,” he said.
The event underscored Wike’s enduring political relevance in Rivers State and reaffirmed Gokana as a major power base in the evolving political 
landscape ahead of future elections.