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Wike Says He Will Resign If Tinubu Loses FCT and Rivers in 2027 Election
ABUJA — The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has said he would leave his ministerial position if President Bola Tinubu does not secure victory in Rivers State and the Federal Capital Territory during the 2027 presidential election.
Wike made the statement on Wednesday in Abuja during a meeting with members of the Apo mechanics and traders community regarding their planned relocation to the informal sector area in Wasa.
The former Rivers State governor said his continued role in government would depend on his ability to deliver political support for the president in the two areas he identified as significant to his political responsibilities.
Wike Links Position to Election Performance
Speaking to the traders and mechanics, Wike said he measures leadership through results and accountability.
He stated that if President Tinubu loses in either the FCT, where he currently serves as minister, or Rivers State, his home state, he would consider it a failure of his political responsibility.
“The presidential election is on Jan. 16, 2027. By Jan. 17, 2027, I will announce my resignation as FCT minister should the president lose in Rivers and the FCT,” Wike was quoted as saying.
He explained that his position was based on his belief that political leadership should be tied to measurable outcomes.
Rainbow Coalition Mobilisation
The minister also spoke about efforts by his Rainbow Coalition, a cross-party political alliance, to mobilise support ahead of the 2027 election.
He called on members of different political parties, including members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and other groups, to unite behind the political platform he outlined.
Wike urged supporters in the FCT to participate actively in grassroots mobilisation.
Appeal to Apo Traders and Mechanics
Addressing members of the Apo business community, the minister encouraged them to mobilise residents, families and associates connected to the area ahead of the election.
He also assured the traders and mechanics that arrangements for their relocation to Wasa would be completed before the end of the year.
The planned relocation is part of efforts by the FCT Administration to reorganise informal economic activities within Abuja.
Apo Community Commends FCT Projects
Leaders of the Apo mechanics and traders community praised the FCT Administration for infrastructure developments in the area.
The Chairman of the Apo Trades Association, Chief Chimezie Efe, highlighted the impact of the newly dualised Apo road on business activities.
He said improved road access had helped customers reach the area more easily.
Efe also expressed support for the political direction announced by Wike.
Traders Praise Wike’s Engagement
The Coordinating Chairman of the Apo Mechanics and Traders Unity Forum, Mr Chinedu Nweke, said previous administrations had made promises regarding the area without delivering significant changes.
He commended Wike for visiting the community and engaging directly with traders.
According to him, the road project and relocation plans had addressed long-standing concerns among members of the business community.
