The Digest:
According to a statement from the APC National Secretariat, Senator Ajibola Basiru has demanded the immediate resignation of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike from President Tinubu's cabinet, following Wike's earlier warning to stay out of Rivers politics, in a dramatic escalation of the internal conflict over respect for Governor Siminalayi Fubara.
Key Points:
- APC National Secretary Ajibola Basiru called for FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to resign.
- The demand is a direct response to Wike's warning telling Basiru to "leave Rivers State alone."
- Basiru described Wike's remarks as an "uncouth tirade" from a non-APC member.
- He defended his right to comment on party affairs in any state as National Secretary.
- Basiru denied scrambling for any alleged N600 billion "largesse" in Rivers State.
- He challenged Wike to prove the allegation or face legal action.
- Basiru asserted that Wike's support for President Tinubu does not make him an APC member.
Sources: Arise Tv, Leadership Newspaper
