Wike denies lobbying for APC campaign DG position
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike denies reports of lobbying for the APC Presidential Campaign Council DG role, reiterating support for Tinubu’s re-election. Read More: https://punchng.com/wike-denies-lobbying-for-apc-campaign-dg-position/
Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has firmly rejected claims that he is lobbying for the position of Director-General of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council for the 2027 elections. Wike emphasized his unwavering support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election, stating that a formal role within the campaign council is not necessary for him to contribute to the President's victory in Rivers State and the Federal Capital Territory.
The news of his alleged lobbying emerged, listing Wike among party officials believed to be vying for the DG position. However, Wike's Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, confirmed the reports as false in a statement on Monday. Wike also clarified that he has not discussed any leadership or membership within the Presidential Campaign Council with anyone.
He currently resides abroad, having recently returned from over 30 days of project commissioning, flagging, and inspection in Nigeria. Upon his return, he plans to focus on delivering the President's Renewed Hope Agenda and further enhancing his electoral prospects in Rivers State and the FCT.
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Also reported by 3 other outlets
- Wike denies lobbying for Tinubu campaign DG dailytrust.com
- I’m not lobbying to be APC, Tinubu’s campaigner DG – Wike premiumtimesng.com
- Wike denies lobbying for APC campaign DG position punchng.com
