{
  "id": 5126476,
  "title": "2027: I won’t fold my arms, allow Atiku defeat Tinubu in Rivers, FCT – Wike",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/2027-i-wont-fold-my-arms-allow-atiku-defeat-tinubu-in-rivers-fct-wike",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-02T16:41:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/02/2027-i-wont-fold-my-arms-allow-atiku-defeat-tinubu-in-rivers-fct-wike/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, declared on Wednesday that he will not stand idly by if Atiku Abubakar, the African Democratic Congress presidential candidate, wins the 2027 election. Wike firmly stated that no presidential candidate would emerge victorious over President Bola Tinubu in the FCT and the state of Rivers.\n\nSpeaking to journalists in Port Harcourt, Wike asserted that his role extends beyond being a governor. He emphasized his position as the General Commander of the Political Infantry, asserting his authority and control. Wike also pointed out that the FCT should be counted as a state, underscoring its significance in the election.\n\nThe minister's primary motivation for his stance is not about relocating but reconnecting with his people in Rivers. He emphasized the importance of engaging with them and discussing their circumstances directly, rather than relying solely on the convenience of Abuja. Wike reiterated that his return is not just a political move; it is a personal decision to be present for his family and others close to him.\n\nWike made it clear that politics demands his presence. He questioned why anyone would fold their arms and allow Atiku to win the election.",
  "summary": "The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday vowed never to fold his arms and allow the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, to win the 2027 election. Wike declared that no presidential candidate would defeat President Bola Tinubu in the FCT and in Rivers State. Speaking with journalists in Port […] 2027: I won’t fold my arms,…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "title": "All Tinubu projects in FCT will be completed before tenure expires – Wike",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/all-tinubu-projects-in-fct-will-be-completed-before-tenure-expires",
        "published": "2026-09-02T09:49:52.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Why Adeleke thanked Tinubu after Osun poll victory— Wike",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/why-adeleke-thanked-tinubu-after-osun-poll-victory-wike",
        "published": "2026-09-02T12:14:39.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}