Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has stated that politics was the only reason behind his falling out with Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara.
If Wike is able to award all contracts to himself and demands N20 billion on a monthly basis, then that’s politics, according to Wike.
Speaking to reporters in Abuja, the former governor of Rivers State questioned Fubara’s whereabouts throughout his fights.
The minister promised to keep his framework in place and continue to be politically relevant.
According to Wike:
“If I Demand N20 billion every month and even award all the contracts to myself, that’s politics. Where was he when I was fighting?
“I have to be politically relevant and I must maintain my political structure. I can’t allow anybody to cut me out immediately.
“If you like accuse me all you like, I won’t have a sleepless night because the right thing must be done.”
The rift between Wike and Fubara led to attempts by some members of the state assembly to impeach the governor.
The governor, however, resisted the attempts.