Wike Calls Obi's Modesty Displays Fake Ahead of Elections

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, labeled Peter Obi, the Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate, as a “fake man” for his public displays of modesty, such as celebrating birthdays at Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps and buying roasted corn by the roadside. Wike made these comments during an engagement with Rivers State youths under the Rainbow Coalition in Port Harcourt.

He alleged that Obi did not exhibit such behavior while serving as the governor of Anambra State and accused him of using these actions to gain political support ahead of the elections. Wike also questioned the credibility of opposition politicians, including former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, emphasizing that political leaders should be evaluated based on their performance.

He expressed confidence that the Rainbow Coalition would secure victory for President Tinubu in Rivers State and the Federal Capital Territory in the upcoming 2027 general elections, urging voters to consider the benefits of supporting the current government.