George denied Wike’s allegation that the property was acquired with funds belonging to Rivers State, insisting that he purchased the house from a private owner through an agent. George launched a harsh criticism of the FCT minister, accusing him of making reckless and insulting statements against senior political figures. He said Wike “needs to be immediately taken to a psychiatric hospital,” while arguing that it was beneath his dignity to engage the former Rivers State governor in a prolonged public exchange. George urged President Bola Tinubu to distance himself from political allies who regularly attack opponents and older public figures. The former Deputy National Chairman of the PDP also reiterated his support for former President Goodluck Jonathan.