The Digest:
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has issued a strong public warning and invoked curses against politicians he accuses of supporting acts of betrayal against him. Speaking at the commissioning of the Rivers State chapter of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors' office in Port Harcourt, Wike stated that any senator, House of Representatives member, minister, or governor who supports betrayers will themselves face betrayal. He declared, "The day you will be betrayed, you will not have mouth to say anything. There you will collapse and go." Wike further asserted that such politicians "will never survive" the consequences, framing it as a karmic retribution for the "seed" they have planted.
Key Points:
- The remarks intensify internal political strife and signal deep divisions within the ruling political circles.
- They employ provocative, metaphorical language that raises the temperature of political discourse.
- The warning serves as a public deterrent to political allies considering alignment with his perceived adversaries.
- It reflects the high-stakes nature of succession politics and allegiance within the Nigerian political landscape.
- The timing and venue suggest an effort to consolidate his local support base while sending a national message.
Sources: Daily Post
