The Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has appealed to people of Rivers State to come out en-masse and vote for the All Progressives Congress, APC, on Saturday.
He made the appeal while addressing journalists at the Port Harcourt International airport upon his arrival in the State.
According to Amaechi, “I therefore, implore you all to come out and exercise your rights to vote now that you have a chance to vote and your vote will count, choose wisely, vote APC,”
The Minister, who berated the state governor, Nyesom Wike, said the governor had in several occasions abused his office.
“During my tenure as Governor, l never abused the office of the Governor, because, it is sacred and should be respected in all ramifications,” the former governor said.
Assuring of adequate security during the Saturday’s election, Amaechi said, “however, it is gratifying to know that the Commander-in-Chief, President Muhammadu Buhari has assured the security of lives and property in the state before, during and after the election.
“Mr. President has graciously provided adequate security through the length and breadth of the state. I therefore, enjoin you all to come out en masse and exercise your civic right on Saturday.
“To this end, the reign of terror in some of our local government areas leading to senseless killings will not be tolerated as the security agencies have been directed to ensure the safety of all, before, during and after the elections.”
