FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has criticized former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, saying he’ll “continue to contest as President on social media, but not as President of Nigeria.”
Wike’s remarks came during the inauguration of newly constructed roads in Abuja’s Mabushi district, where he responded to Obi’s comments on the poor state of public schools in the FCT.
He accused Obi of playing politics with every issue and seeking sympathy through emotional public appearances.
“You ran as president under a party; you cannot manage the party. Ordinary party, you cannot manage to hold the party together,” Wike said.
Wike questioned Obi’s leadership credentials, citing his alleged inability to manage his party and prioritize development in Anambra State during his eight-year tenure as governor.
Wike highlighted his own achievements in the FCT, saying, “We’ve only been in office for two years, not even four. Compare two years in office of what we’ve done in FCT with eight years in office in Anambra.”
Wike emphasized the importance of good citizenship and responsiveness, narrating how a Senior Advocate drew his attention to a poorly maintained road, which he promptly addressed.
