The Digest:
Nentawe Yilwatda, national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has said that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) approved Nyesom Wike's appointment as a minister in President Bola Tinubu's administration. Speaking during a media chat, Yilwatda cited past examples of presidents appointing opposition members, including Bala Mohammed under Jonathan and Aliero under Yar'Adua. He revealed that Wike wrote to the PDP NWC in 2023 seeking approval, which was granted.
Key Points:
- Yilwatda questioned why criticism is focused only on Wike, noting Bianca Ojukwu (APGA) also serves as minister.
- He said past presidents appointed opposition members without condemnation.
- Wike serves as FCT minister in the APC-led government.
- The PDP NWC approved Wike's appointment before he took office.
- Yilwatda described the arrangement as not strange.
Sources: The Cable, Vanguard
