Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has issued a bold challenge to leaders of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), daring any governor or National Working Committee (NWC) member to publicly accuse him of being a mole within the party. Wike, speaking during an appearance on Channels Television’s “Politics Today,” defended his loyalty to the PDP and lashed out at those questioning his allegiance.
In a fiery outburst, Wike said, “Before accepting my appointment as Minister, I wrote to the PDP at the state, zonal, and national levels. If anyone in the PDP is calling me a mole, let them name names.” He criticized individuals within the party, accusing them of being deceptive and lacking transparency.
The FCT Minister, known for his outspoken nature, emphasized that he has always been straightforward about his political decisions. Referencing the 2023 presidential election, Wike said, “I publicly stated I wouldn’t support the PDP’s presidential candidate because it went against equity and fairness. I didn’t do it behind closed doors.”
He pointed to his leadership success in Rivers State, where the PDP won key elections, including the governorship, National Assembly, and State Assembly seats, adding, “I challenge any other PDP state to match our success.”
Wike also disclosed that Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki had approached him seeking support for his preferred successor, Dr. Asue Ighodalo. However, Wike said he refused, citing that his previous backing of Obaseki had only led to personal attacks. “Obaseki begged me to support his candidate, but I told him to his face I wouldn’t because I got nothing but insults for my past support.”
Wike further addressed recent controversy surrounding the Edo State Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), who is his first cousin. He defended his cousin’s integrity, declaring that no one, not even the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, could intimidate him. “Nobody born of a woman can force my cousin to do what is wrong,” he stated, dismissing claims that the REC’s family ties to him were inappropriate.
Additionally, Wike criticized Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara for what he described as a betrayal of the political family that helped him rise to power. Wike made it clear that Fubara’s actions were unforgivable in his eyes.
This confrontation highlights Wike’s increasing tension with PDP leadership, as he continues to assert his independence and challenge party dynamics.
