Wike's Shocking Ultimatum: Minister Vows Resignation if Tinubu Falters in Key Regions
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has declared his intention to resign if President Tinubu loses the 2027 presidential election in the FCT and Rivers State. Wike is mobilizing a multi-party coalition in the FCT to ensure electoral support for Tinubu and other allied candidates, emphasizing that his ministerial qualification hinges on delivering results.
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), made a significant declaration in Abuja during a meeting with leaders and members of the Apo Mechanics and Traders Association. He stated that his continued qualification to serve as the FCT Minister is contingent upon his ability to deliver electoral support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu within the FCT. Wike underscored this commitment by announcing that he would resign from his ministerial post by January 17, 2027, should President Tinubu lose the presidential election in both Rivers State and the FCT.
This firm stance comes as Minister Wike actively leads efforts to mobilize robust political support for President Tinubu in the FCT, ahead of the January 16, 2027 presidential election. He detailed the organization of a comprehensive multi-party coalition across the territory, designed to back candidates for various elective positions. The presidential aspect of this coalition is singularly focused on securing victory for Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Wike further clarified the coalition's direction, explicitly naming the candidates it supports. "For the Presidency, it is Bola Ahmed Tinubu!" he declared. For the Senate, he endorsed Philip Aduda, whom he described as "a man of the people." Additionally, the coalition is supporting two former Area Council chairmen for the House of Representatives positions. Wike emphasized the unified, cross-party nature of this coalition in the FCT, asserting a firm agreement and final affirmation of these political strategies to deliver results.
Throughout his address, Minister Wike repeatedly stressed the necessity for political office to be substantiated by measurable results. He highlighted his responsibility as FCT Minister to ensure electoral success for the President within the territory he governs. "If I cannot deliver FCT as Minister, then I am not qualified to hold this office," Wike affirmed, reinforcing that his political mandate demands concrete electoral achievements.