Wike Predicts Kingibe Won't Return to Senate in 2023

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), stated during a media chat aired on TVC on Monday that Ireti Kingibe will not return to the Senate in the upcoming elections. Wike reiterated a prediction he made a year ago regarding Kingibe's political future, asserting that the current political landscape in the FCT does not favor her return.

He highlighted that the political structure in the FCT has undergone significant changes, with emerging forces likely to influence the outcome of the next elections. Wike pointed out that factors such as performance, loyalty, and grassroots connections will be crucial in determining who represents the territory in the Senate.

However, he did not provide specific reasons for his assertion about Kingibe's political future. Wike's comments reflect ongoing political developments in the FCT as the next elections approach.