You can’t silence me, Ireti Kingibe replies Wike

Senator Ireti Kingibe has responded to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike, asserting that she will not be silenced. The senator, who currently represents the FCT in the Senate, stated that no individual has the power to dictate whether she returns to the Senate in the 2027 election. Wike had declared earlier that Kingibe would not return to the red chamber, after she accused the administration of obtaining loans without the approval of the National Assembly.

This accusation came after Kingibe challenged Wike's remarks on X, where she dismissed the allegations as a lack of understanding of the loan approval process. The minister also stated that Kingibe had "nothing to offer" the people of the FCT, claiming she had "nothing to offer" the people. However, Kingibe responded in a post on X, declaring that she would not be intimidated by insults, threats or political pressure.

She emphasized her responsibility as a legislator to question public borrowing, government funds, and the conduct of government officials. Kingibe challenged Wike to provide the Senate Votes and Proceedings demonstrating the loans' approval, asserting that no public official is above scrutiny. She affirmed that no minister, regardless of power, is exempt from the law and public scrutiny.