Nyesom Wike, Federal Capital Territory Minister, expressed no regrets about joining Tinubu's administration, despite backlash from PDP members. At a party congress, he stated, "Anyone angry should hug a transformer," emphasizing his commitment to the APC-led government and dismissing critics' concerns.
Nyesom Wike, the Federal Capital Territory Minister, has reiterated his unwavering commitment to President Bola Tinubu's administration, declaring that he has no regrets about joining the government. During a recent congress of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State, Wike, who previously served as governor of Rivers and was a member of the PDP, he addressed the backlash he has received from party members over his decision to collaborate with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
His shift to support Tinubu’s administration followed his controversial exit from the PDP during the 2023 presidential elections, where he was seen as opposing the party's interests. In his remarks at the congress, Wike made it clear he stands by his choice, stating, “We are fully in government. We are fully in Tinubu's government. I have no regrets about it and I will continue to be there. Anyone angry should go and hug a transformer.”
Wike's comments have ignited mixed reactions, especially among PDP members who perceive his move as a betrayal. His bold remark about hugging a transformer underscores his defiance toward his critics. It signifies his determination to maintain his role in the Tinubu-led government, despite the negative feedback he is receiving from his former party. Wike's political future may depend on the shifting dynamics between the APC and PDP and how the public views his controversial alignment.
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