The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has clarified that he has not endorsed any candidate for future political contests in Rivers State, stressing that such decisions are the responsibility of party elders
Wike made the remarks on Monday night while addressing a joint gathering of All Progressives Congress (APC) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stakeholders from Rivers State at his official residence in Life Camp, Abuja.
In a video shared by his media aide, Lere Olayinka, on X on Tuesday, Wike warned against rushing endorsements, saying personal ambitions were driving divisions within the political fold.
“I have not promised anybody support. The only commitment I have made on my behalf and you is that we are going to support President Bola Tinubu,” he told the stakeholders.
He emphasized that the group’s political strength is rooted in unity and commitment, not financial influence, adding that external forces are attempting to sow discord.
“If we were not working together, if we were not united, it would be difficult. People are not happy that we are working together, so they must find anything to make sure we are divided,” Wike said.
He also expressed disappointment with individuals who, after benefiting from appointments facilitated by the group, turned to criticise its leadership.
“Woe be unto the person that we have given an appointment [who] goes back to castigate,” he said, noting that many who once sought his mentorship now avoid eye contact.
On upcoming political activities, Wike dismissed reports of private endorsements for local offices, reiterating that his public and private positions remain consistent. He confirmed that he has not endorsed any candidate for either the PDP or APC at the state level and will only do so after party elders convene to make a collective decision.
He added that the only endorsement currently recognised by the group is for President Bola Tinubu and stressed his transparency, saying, “Anything I say in the night is what I will say in the daytime.”
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