Nyesom Wike
By Iyunade Grace
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, recently celebrated his 58th birthday and took the opportunity to reiterate his unwavering support for President Bola Tinubu. Wike stated that he has no regrets backing Tinubu since 2022, emphasizing that his decision was guided by principles of equity, fairness, and justice.
According to Wike, his support for Tinubu was not taken lightly, and he was the only prominent figure from the main opposition party to openly declare his support for the president ahead of the 2023 presidential election. He believes that power should rotate to the South, and Tinubu was the best candidate to lead the country.
Wike’s leadership capacity was put to the test during the elections in Rivers State, where the All Progressives Congress (APC) won the presidential poll, while the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secured victories in the governorship, National Assembly, State House of Assembly, and local government elections. He considers this a testament to his influence and leadership.
The minister expressed gratitude to his political family and associates for standing firmly by him over the years, acknowledging their role in shaping his leadership journey. He remains fulfilled working with his people and pledged to continue collaborating with them in the interest of Rivers State and Nigeria.
President Tinubu has also praised Wike’s efforts, describing him as an “audacious top performer” and a “shining star” in his cabinet. Tinubu commended Wike’s resilience, can-do attitude, and commitment to excellence in developing infrastructure in the Federal Capital Territory.
Wike’s support for Tinubu has been consistent, and he has vowed to continue backing the president until 2031. He believes that Tinubu has the capacity and courage to take the country to where it should be, citing the removal of fuel subsidies as a bold move that will ultimately benefit the nation.
