Wike backing Tinubu, not APC – Oshiomhole

Former Edo State governor, Adams Oshiomhole, has clarified that Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, is supporting President Bola Tinubu, not the All Progressives Congress (APC). Oshiomhole made this statement during an interview on TVC, responding to questions from the media. The controversy arose from the disagreement between Wike and APC governors, following the minister's remarks describing some APC governors as "politically lazy."

Oshiomhole emphasized that while Wike is not a member of the APC, he has consistently expressed his support for President Tinubu. "Wike is supporting President Tinubu and not the APC," Oshiomhole asserted. He further explained that the stance of some APC governors and Wike's are unanimous, as they are both committed to backing President Tinubu's re-election.

"I am comfortable with the fact that the two sides are working for the same goal, supporting the President," Oshiomhole stated. He also noted that there has been no indication from either side, including the FCT Minister, that anyone is opposed to President Tinubu's re-election. Oshiomhole affirmed that Tinubu himself has repeatedly stated that he is not a member of the APC but supports the President.