Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has announced that he will personally lead the campaign for President Bola Tinubu's re-election in the FCT and Rivers State. This announcement was made on Friday in Abuja, after inspecting the ongoing construction of the Kuje-Gwagwalada road dualisation project. Wike stated that political structures supporting the President are being mobilised and that campaign teams for the FCT and Rivers State will be inaugurated soon.
According to Wike, the campaign will focus on the administration's performance, particularly infrastructure development, which has generated public support. He expressed confidence in the All Progressives Congress's (APC) ability to run an aggressive campaign. Wike also mentioned that those supporting President Tinubu from different political platforms have put their machinery in place to kick-start the campaign.
Wike stated that he will soon inaugurate the campaign team for Tinubu in the FCT and Rivers State, which he will lead. He expressed enthusiasm and readiness among all elements of the APC, including the President. The minister believes that the visible transformation of the FCT through road construction and other infrastructure projects will be central to the administration's campaign for votes in the territory.
The minister linked the infrastructure projects to anticipated electoral support for President Tinubu in 2027. He stated that residents' satisfaction with the projects will translate into electoral support. Wike expressed confidence in the President's chances, saying that people are happy with the administration's performance and that it will directly translate into votes.
Wike also mentioned that the infrastructure projects will benefit other political candidates in the FCT, including former Senator Philip Aduda and candidates for the two House of Representatives seats. The minister's announcement has generated interest among political observers, who are eager to see how the campaign will unfold.
The announcement comes amid reports of Wike's influence in the region and his relationship with President Tinubu. Wike has been a key player in the APC and has held various positions in the party. His decision to lead the campaign in the FCT and Rivers State is seen as a strategic move to ensure the President's re-election.
The 2027 general elections are expected to be a major test for President Tinubu's administration, with various political parties and candidates vying for power. The President's re-election bid will likely face stiff competition, but Wike's announcement has given the APC a boost in the FCT and Rivers State.
Key points
- Wike to lead Tinubu's re-election campaign in FCT and Rivers State.
