FCT Minister Wike Backs Tinubu's 2027 Re-election Bid
Nyesom Wike, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister and a member of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), publicly declared his support for President Bola Tinubu's re-election bid during the inauguration of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council on October 14, 2026, at the State House Banquet Hall in Abuja. Wike revealed that he had just learned of his appointment to coordinate Tinubu's campaign in the FCT and Rivers.
He cautioned campaign coordinators that a national victory for the APC would not excuse failures in their respective states. Wike praised Tinubu for addressing issues that previous administrations had neglected and stated that being in opposition does not preclude acknowledging good governance.
He defended the inclusion of opposition figures in the campaign, citing Tinubu's openness to those who can contribute, regardless of party affiliation. The APC is set to launch its campaign in Kaduna on October 24, with the presidential election scheduled for January 16, 2027.
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