Abdulmumin Jibrin, a member of the House of Representatives from Kano State, has described Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, as an asset to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Jibrin made these comments in an interview, where he discussed the feud between Wike and the Progressives Governors Forum. According to Jibrin, Wike has made significant contributions to the APC and has played a crucial role in managing the opposition.
Jibrin emphasized that Wike handed over Rivers State to the APC and had his candidates step down for the party in the FCT election. He also noted that Wike came into the APC as part of a government of national unity, which has been beneficial to the party. Jibrin believes that Wike's efforts have helped to manage the opposition and that he has been instrumental in bringing stakeholders in various states into the APC.
The lawmaker advised the Progressives Governors Forum to approach their differences with Wike in a diplomatic manner. He stressed that Wike is not someone to be underestimated, citing his significant contributions to the APC. Jibrin also noted that he has a good relationship with some of the governors and that they will continue to work together to deliver President Bola Tinubu.
Jibrin argued that Wike's actions should not be seen as causing confusion or as an example of political hypocrisy. He explained that Wike came into the APC as part of a government of national unity, with the goal of supporting the President. Jibrin believes that Wike's primary focus is on supporting President Tinubu and that his actions should be viewed in that context.
The lawmaker also highlighted Wike's role in managing the opposition, saying that he has been able to hold on to his part of the opposition despite being part of a government of national unity. Jibrin suggested that Wike's Rainbow Coalition should be accommodated within the APC, as it is ultimately working towards the re-election of President Tinubu.
Jibrin emphasized that delivering President Tinubu's re-election is a top priority and that all stakeholders, including Wike, should work together to achieve this goal. He noted that there has never been a single campaign structure in the history of Nigeria and that multiple campaign structures, like Wike's Rainbow Coalition, can be beneficial.
In conclusion, Jibrin urged the APC to continue to work with Wike, describing him as an asset to the party. He believes that Wike's contributions and efforts will be crucial in delivering President Tinubu's re-election and that his actions should be viewed in the context of supporting the President.
Key points
- - Abdulmumin Jibrin describes Nyesom Wike as an asset to the APC. - Jibrin says Wike handed over Rivers State to the APC and played a crucial role in managing opposition. - Jibrin advises the Progressives Governors Forum to approach their differences with Wike in a diplomatic manner.
