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The Digest:

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has controversially declared that Nigeria was "practically dead" before President Bola Tinubu's administration, stating that difficult but necessary decisions are now paving the way for recovery. Speaking at a church service, Wike cautioned Christians against repeating a "fatal error" in the 2027 presidential choice, accusing the 2023 Labour Party candidate, Peter Obi, of undemocratic practices.

Key Points:
  • FCT Minister Nyesom Wike claims Nigeria was "dead" before Tinubu's presidency.
  • Wike acknowledged ongoing challenges but defended Tinubu's "hard decisions.
  • He warned the Church against making a "mistake" in the 2027 presidential election.
  • Wike criticized 2023 LP candidate Peter Obi as "the opposite of democratic ideals."
  • He accused Obi of never conducting local government elections as governor.
  • Wike highlighted the FCT's successful renovation of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre.
  • The minister urged patience and prayers for the current administration.
Wike's fiery remarks underscore the deep political fault lines concerning Nigeria's economic and governance trajectory.

Sources: Vanguard News