The Digest:
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has declared that Saturday's area council elections exposed the hypocrisy of politicians who engage in deceptive campaign tactics, including buying corn and groundnuts from roadside sellers just for photo opportunities. Speaking after APC's victory in five of six councils, Wike said the results show Nigerians "can distinguish the ruling party from the real opposition." He praised FCT residents for rejecting what he called "emergency democrats" who refuse to acknowledge progress in the country. Wike credited President Tinubu's vision and the Renewed Hope Agenda for bringing "optimism and confidence to the people of the FCT." He described the peaceful polls as a reflection of Tinubu's leadership and expressed confidence that under his administration, "the FCT will continue to be a model of development and progress."
Key Points:
- Wike's comments target opposition politicians' perceived inauthentic campaigns.
- The election results validate APC's strategy and Tinubu's policies in Wike's view.
- APC gains political capital, while opposition faces accusations of deceit.
- This signals the ruling party's confidence heading into 2027.
- The timing, post-victory, reinforces APC's narrative.
Wike says FCT polls exposed "hypocrisy" of opposition politicians buying roadside corn for campaigns as APC wins five of six councils.
Sources: The Cable, Channels Tv
