Wike Takes Fresh Swipe at Obi, Questions His Ability to Lead Nigeria

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has questioned Peter Obi’s ability to handle Nigeria’s challenges, claiming that the former Anambra governor could flee to Cameroon if elected president.

Wike made the statement on Tuesday during the Abaji Area Council Rainbow Coalition and Stakeholders’ Meeting in Abuja, where he called on residents of the FCT to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election campaign ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The minister argued that Nigeria needed a leader capable of making difficult decisions and confronting national problems rather than abandoning responsibility when faced with challenges. He contrasted Obi with Tinubu, whom he praised for taking tough decisions.

Wike also challenged political leaders in Abaji to demonstrate their support for Tinubu through actual votes rather than verbal promises. He specifically tasked the area council chairman, councillors and other community leaders with ensuring victory for the President in their respective wards.

The FCT minister further criticised residents for what he described as their voting choices in the 2023 elections, questioning whether some elected representatives had maintained contact with the people or addressed their concerns since assuming office.

He also promised to intensify political mobilisation across the FCT, saying the territory should perform better than Rivers State in delivering votes for Tinubu. Wike added that efforts were being made to address Abaji’s electricity challenges before the 2027 elections.