Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has issued a stern rebuke to the newly formed opposition coalition, accusing its leaders of exploiting the frustrations of ordinary Nigerians to advance their personal political ambitions.
Speaking during a press conference in Abuja on Wednesday, Wike dismissed the coalition as a desperate gathering of failed politicians seeking relevance under the guise of rescuing Nigeria. He warned Nigerians not to be misled by what he described as a “coalition of convenience” formed out of selfish motives rather than a genuine desire for national progress.
“You had the opportunity before to change things,” Wike said. “You were governors, ministers, even vice president. Show us your scorecard. What did you do for the people? Now because you have personal issues, you say Nigerians are angry. Nigerians are angry because you failed them.”
Wike, who has been vocal against political opportunism, said the recent use of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as a platform for the coalition is simply a recycled attempt to seize power without accountability.
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https://portharcourthq.com/atiku-obi-amaechi-others-form-united-coalition-adopt-adc-to-challenge-tinubu-in-2027/: “Coalition of Confusion” — Wike Mocks Opposition’s Fresh Political MoveThe coalition, announced last week, claims it seeks to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. But Wike questioned the sincerity of its architects, calling on citizens to scrutinize the past records of its leaders.
“Don’t use the pain of the people to fight personal battles,” he said. “You had the chance to fix this country. Instead, you failed. Now you want to come back through the back door, forming a coalition and pretending it’s for Nigerians.”
The coalition, announced last week, claims it seeks to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. But Wike questioned the sincerity of its architects, calling on citizens to scrutinize the past records of its leaders.
“Don’t use the pain of the people to fight personal battles,” he said. “You had the chance to fix this country. Instead, you failed. Now you want to come back through the back door, forming a coalition and pretending it’s for Nigerians.”
Wike ended his remarks with a warning: “Politics should not be about deception. Let every politician show their track record. Enough of slogans and empty promises. Nigerians deserve honesty and results.”
