The Digest:
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, cast his vote in the Rivers local government elections, defending the non-use of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS). This act of Political Influence highlights his continued relevance and authority in the state despite his new federal role.
- Nyesom Wike, the FCT Minister, voted in the Rivers local government polls.
- He cast his ballot in his home ward in Obio/Akpo Local Government Area.
- Wike served as a two-term chairman in the same local government.
- He dismissed concerns over the non-use of the BVAS machine.
- He described the conduct of the election as peaceful.
- Wike served as governor of Rivers State from 2015 to 2023.
Nyesom Wike's participation in and defense of the Rivers local government elections, which did not use BVAS, is a display of Political Influence. The FCT Minister's involvement signals his continued authority and control over political affairs in the state.
Sources: Channels Television
