Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Thursday, mocked Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, claiming the governor lacks the political structure and party cohesion necessary to produce a successor.
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Wike made the remarks during a thank-you visit to the Abua-Odual Local Government Area of Rivers State, where he addressed supporters and political stakeholders.
He described the situation in Bauchi as a consequence of “weak leadership and internal contradictions.
“Bala Mohammed came to my state and wanted to impose party leadership. I warned him to be careful and to leave my state alone,” Wike said. “I told him there would be consequences, and today, he does not even have a party to produce his successor.”
Wike also dismissed Mmohammed’s allegation that he is instigating crisis in Bauchi.
“He said all the problems he is facing are because of me—that I claimed I would put fire there. If you have such power, go ahead and use it. Face your problems,” Wike added.
Wike insisted that political leaders must recognize their limitations and avoid unnecessary confrontations.
“If you know you do not have the strength to fight, why don’t you retreat? Why creating problems, you cannot manage?” he asked.
The Minister also addressed personal attacks, including remarks labeling him a “semi-illiterate” and a former “motor washer.”
He argued that such insults do not diminish his political achievements.
“I have no problem with that. At least I am semi-literate and not completely illiterate,” Wike remarked. “Someone who washed cars became chairman of a local government, governor of one of the most important states in Nigeria, and a two-time minister.”
Wike challenged his critics, particularly former lawmakers, to give an account of their stewardship.
“If you were a senator for eight years, tell your people what you did. That is not abuse; that is accountability,” he said.
He also defended his continued support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, asserting that Rivers has benefited significantly under the current administration.
“The appointments Rivers State has received under President Tinubu have never happened in the history of this state. That is why I can boldly tell Rivers people to support him,” Wike declared.
Wike maintained that political decisions must be guided by conscience and results rather than convenience.
“Yes, we need money, but we cannot sell our conscience. We will always do the right thing,” he said.
He further criticized politicians who align with every incoming government regardless of principle, describing them as poor role models.
“You cannot be in every government and never see anything wrong. That is not leadership,” he added.
Wike concluded by reaffirming his confidence in his political choices and record, insisting that Nigerians were increasingly judging leaders based on performance.
“When you tell people the truth, they get angry. But the truth remains the truth,” he said.
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