Osun poll: ‘Adeleke is not Fubara,’ Dele Momodu taunts Wike

Celebrity journalist and politician Chief Dele Momodu has cautioned Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike against comparing Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke with Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Momodu's comments came in response to a Daily Trust report citing Wike's assertion that President Bola Tinubu could have sent him to Osun to ensure the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) won the election at any cost.

Momodu, addressing the Daily Trust story, stated during an interview with reporters, "Osun people would have exposed you mercilessly. Adeleke is not Fubara! My kobo advice, stop equating yourself to God." The journalist's remarks came as the APC suffered a loss in the Osun State election, with Adeleke representing the Accord Party.

Fubara's political career has been marred by controversy, including falling out with Wike, leading to impeachment and subsequent suspension and reinstatement. The minister suggested that Fubara's failure to preside over the last local government election and lack of control over the state House of Assembly demonstrated he was not truly in charge during his term. Wike argued that impeachment should only be used when circumstances warrant it, citing the impeachment of former U.S. President Donald Trump as an example.

Wike expressed disappointment that Fubara could not break into the state House of Assembly during the crisis, noting that none of the 29 members supported him, nor were any of his supporters present. He questioned the impact of the individuals surrounding Fubara and their contributions to his inability to secure a second term.