‘Politics is expensive everywhere’ - Wike replies critics over high billboard cost in Abuja

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, addressed his critics over the high cost of political billboards in Abuja during his monthly media chat in Port Harcourt. Responding to the outcry from opposition parties, Wike stressed that politics is an expensive endeavor globally. He argued that no political party should view the increased cost of campaigns as a targeted attack.

Wike suggested that political parties can utilize their social media platforms for campaigning, as they already possess these communication tools. The opposition parties had pointed out that while they struggle to afford billboard placements, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been the dominant force in major cities across the country.

Wike acknowledged the financial aspect, saying that the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) seeks revenue through billboards, and that they plan to generate more income by attracting more attention to the advertisements.