Governor Wike Expresses Concern Over Defection of Rivers Assembly Members to APC

Governor Wike of Rivers State has expressed his dismay over the defection of 17 members of the Rivers State House of Assembly, including Speaker Martin Amaewhule, from the PDP to the APC. This defection has heightened political tensions in the state, following the recent emergence of a leadership crisis.

Wike vowed to prevent further defections without consultation and ensure that assembly members do not suffer consequences for defecting. The defection comes amidst a series of political shifts in the state, including Governor Sim Fubara's move from the PDP to the APC.