Wike Speaks On Tinubu’s Appointment Of Abe, Kobani

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has commended the nomination of Senator Magnus Abe from Rivers State as Board Chairman of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) by President Bola Tinubu.

The minister also commended the nomination of Kenneth Kobani, another son of Rivers, as a non-executive member of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA).

Naija News reports that Abe, who represented Rivers South East in the Senate for two terms, is a former NNPC board member and currently serves as Chairman of the National Agency of the Great Green Wall.

Kobani, on the other hand, is a former Minister of State for Trade under the Goodluck Jonathan administration and previously served as Secretary to the Rivers State Government under Wike.

Speaking during a thank-you visit to Ogu-Bolo Local Government Area of Rivers State, Wike expressed his gratitude to Tinubu.

He described their nominations as a reflection of Tinubu’s commitment and genuine support for the people of Rivers.

According to him, Rivers has never received such recognition since the state was created.

He noted that the number of appointments given to Rivers’ sons and daughters under Tinubu’s administration is unprecedented.

“Just as we are coming, we have two nominations for appointment by Tinubu, Abe and Kobani.

“This shows that Mr. President keeps his promises and honors his agreements.

“We are standing by the truth, and the truth will set us free,” Wike said.

The FCT Minister urged the people of Rivers to continue supporting Tinubu, particularly in his reelection bid in 2027.