Wike Critiques Amaechi for Politicizing Mother's Death

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, criticized Rotimi Amaechi, a former governor of Rivers State and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) vice-presidential candidate, for attributing his mother's death to President Bola Tinubu's economic policies. During an interview, Amaechi claimed that rising healthcare costs under Tinubu made it difficult for him to afford necessary medication for his mother, Mary Amaechi, who died in July 2026 at the age of 89.

Wike, speaking at a political gathering in Rivers State, condemned Amaechi for using his mother's death in political discourse ahead of the 2027 elections. He questioned why, despite Amaechi's extensive public service experience and personal resources, he could not secure financial assistance for his mother's treatment.

Wike also challenged Amaechi's assertion of being a good son, implying that his mother would not approve of her death being politicized.