2027: If Tinubu loses FCT, Rivers, I will resign as minister —Wike
FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has vowed to resign from his position if President Bola Tinubu fails to win the 2027 presidential election in the FCT and Rivers Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-if-tinubu-loses-fct-rivers-i-will-resign-as-minister-wike/
Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has threatened to resign if President Bola Tinubu fails to win both the FCT and Rivers State in the 2027 presidential election. Speaking to the Apo Mechanics and Traders Association in Abuja, Wike stated that his position is contingent upon delivering political victories aligned with Tinubu’s primary areas of influence.
According to a statement by his Special Assistant, Lere Olayinka, Wike will tender his resignation the day after the 2027 election if the ruling party loses in either the FCT or Rivers State. Wike emphasized that his political mandate requires successful electoral outcomes, and he will officially announce his resignation if the President loses in both the FCT and Rivers State by January 17, 2027.
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