CAN Urges Rivers Politicians To Embrace Peace

The Chairman of the Rivers State Chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Primate Isaac Anyanasikike, has called on the governor of Rivers State, Chief Nyesom Wike, to exhibit magnanimity in victory and embrace political opponents as he celebrates at the Supreme Court
In a press statement released by the Personal Secretary to the CAN Chairman, Rev Ephraim Abam, on the PDP victory at the Supreme Court, Anyanasikike stated that by his exalted position, the governor has become a father figure to all residents of the state, adding that Wike’s primary responsibility to the people is to ensure the prevalence of peace and tranquility in the state.
The CAN chairman also advised other contestants to embrace peace and cooperate with Wike for the growth and development of the state, especially in this harsh economic period.
He added that the welfare of the people and security of lives and property in the state should be of utmost concern to political leaders, adding that for the sake of the state, politicians should sheathe their sword to ensure peace and stability of Rivers State.