Nigeria's Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike, has declared that he will personally launch and lead the campaign for the reelection of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the FCT. This announcement was made on Friday during an inspection tour of the ongoing dualisation of Phase II of the Kuje-Gwagwalada road. The project aims to connect Kuje Area Council directly to Gwagwalada.
According to Wike, preparations by the coalition of political parties supporting the President's reelection are fully in place. Both the All Progressives Congress (APC) and President Tinubu are ready to kick-start the campaign in the FCT. Wike expressed enthusiasm about the prospects of the ruling party in the forthcoming elections, citing the warm reception and joy demonstrated by residents along the project corridor as evidence of the party's strong performance.
The Minister emphasized that performance is the most effective political strategy, stating that "this is governance; this is what people are expecting, and this is what will translate to actual votes." He commended the contractor, Gilmor Engineering, for the pace of work along the heavily populated axis and assured them that necessary funding would be released to ensure delivery by December.
During the inspection, Wike expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for his sustained support for the FCT Administration. He noted that the public enthusiasm witnessed during the visit underscores the impact of governance. The Minister stated that the essence of governance is to make people happy, and he was elated to be part of a system that achieves this goal.
Wike also highlighted the significance of the Kuje-Gwagwalada road project, which will improve connectivity and infrastructure in the FCT. The project is expected to be completed by December, and the Minister assured that funds would be made available to the contractor to ensure timely completion.
The Minister's announcement to lead the reelection campaign in the FCT is seen as a significant move to mobilize support for President Tinubu. Wike's efforts to engage with residents and stakeholders in the FCT demonstrate his commitment to ensuring a successful campaign. The Minister's confidence in the party's prospects is evident, and he expressed doubts about potential opponents.
The FCT is a crucial region for President Tinubu's reelection bid, and Wike's leadership of the campaign is expected to boost the party's chances. With the campaign set to kick off soon, residents and stakeholders in the FCT are eagerly awaiting the election. The Minister's efforts to deliver infrastructure projects and engage with the public are seen as key factors in the party's success.
Key points
- Wike to lead Tinubu's reelection campaign in the FCT.
- Preparations for the campaign are fully in place.
- The Minister cites performance as the most effective political strategy.
