Governor Wike Accuses Politicians of Plotting to Siphon ₦600 Billion from Rivers State Coffers

Governor Wike of Rivers State has accused politicians, including those from the federal capital territory (FCT), of scheming to embezzle ₦600 billion from the state's funds. He claimed that these politicians are using tactics to undermine the state government for personal gain, labeling them as fraudsters.

Wike made these allegations during a meeting with members of the River State House of Assembly. The governor highlighted the need to protect the state's resources from exploitation by political defectors who are seeking to benefit unlawfully.