I can’t be on Wike’s side when Amaechi is my friend – Peterside

Rivers-based politician Dakuku Peterside has publicly clarified his political stance, affirming that he does not align with the camp of former Governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike.

Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday, Peterside, a former Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), stated that his loyalty remains with Wike’s predecessor and former political mentor, Rotimi Amaechi.

“I am a friend to Rotimi Amaechi,” Peterside said, making his position clear.

He further emphasised his political independence from both Wike and the current Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara.

“I am not on the side of Nyesom Wike,” he stated, adding that he is also not politically aligned with Governor Fubara.

Despite this, Peterside expressed a willingness to offer guidance to the state’s leadership when needed.