Nigeria's Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed confidence in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election bid in 2027, stating that the administration's infrastructure record will secure victory across board in the FCT. Wike made this statement while inspecting the ongoing Kuje-Gwagwalada road dualisation project. He confirmed that he will lead the campaign effort of the President within the nation's capital and extend the re-election operations to his home state of Rivers.
Wike announced plans to inaugurate and lead the campaign machinery of President Tinubu in Rivers and FCT on Friday. He stated that political parties and supporters of President Tinubu across the spectrum are organising their ranks and are prepared to initiate an aggressive campaign for his reelection. The Minister spoke after inspecting the ongoing infrastructure project, commending the contractor and site engineers for the progress recorded so far.
According to Wike, visible development projects will serve as the main driver for electoral support in the FCT, dismissing allegations of electoral malpractice ahead of time. He argued that people are happy with the administration's infrastructure record, and this will translate directly into actual votes. Wike expressed confidence that the administration's infrastructure record would secure victory across board in the FCT, including support for Sen. Philip Aduda and the two House of Representatives seats.
Wike emphasised that delivering functional infrastructure remains the cornerstone of good governance and public satisfaction. He stated that the essence of governance is to make people happy, adding that when the people are happy, those in authority are happy. The Minister assured stakeholders that adequate funding would be disbursed to guarantee completion of the Kuje-Gwagwalada road dualisation project by December.
The Minister highlighted the significance of the Kuje-Gwagwalada road dualisation project, noting that it will improve the lives of residents in the area. He said, "This is my first time getting to this side of the road, and I can see how highly populated this area is." Wike expressed gratitude to Tinubu for providing sustained support for capital projects in the territory.
Wike's announcement comes amid speculations about the 2027 presidential election. He argued that it is obvious that nobody will be able to claim rigging in FCT, citing the administration's infrastructure record as a testament to its commitment to good governance. The Minister's confidence in the administration's infrastructure record is shared by many, who believe that it will be a major factor in securing victory in the FCT.
The FCT Minister's decision to lead the campaign effort for President Tinubu in FCT and Rivers is seen as a significant boost to the President's re-election bid. With Wike's leadership, the campaign is expected to gain momentum in the two regions. Key to the campaign's success will be the administration's infrastructure record, which Wike believes will resonate with voters.
Key points
- Wike to lead aggressive campaign for Tinubu in FCT and Rivers.
- Administration's infrastructure record to serve as main driver for electoral support.
- Wike confident of victory in FCT, citing visible development projects.
