Wike Denies Involvement in Court Ruling Against Uzodimma

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, addressed allegations regarding his involvement in the court judgment against Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma. During a media chat in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Wike denied any influence over the court's decision, labeling the claims as mischievous.

He emphasized that he had no connection to the legal proceedings and questioned the motives behind the allegations, which he attributed to comments made by Uzodimma against the Rainbow Coalition prior to the judgment. Wike noted that Uzodimma had warned his political camp against associating with the coalition, threatening to withdraw official vehicles from participants.

He challenged Uzodimma's discomfort with the coalition, arguing that political strength should not be measured by preventing participation in political initiatives. Wike asserted that the coalition aimed to mobilize support for the President ahead of the 2027 presidential election, urging political leaders to focus on securing the President's re-election rather than fostering discord.