In a recent gathering, Barr. Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, the FCT Minister, reaffirmed his dedication to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. He expressed this commitment during a courtesy visit by members of the PDP Governors Forum, led by Senator Bala Muhammed, on November 1, 2023.
Wike used the opportunity to express his gratitude for his appointment as FCT Minister and praised President Tinubu’s efforts to resolve political tensions in Rivers state. He commended both President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the PDP Governors Forum for their involvement in addressing these issues, emphasizing the need for mature leadership to resolve such disputes.
Despite facing detractors and social media propaganda, Minister Wike remains resolute in his dedication to doing what is right. He assured the visiting Forum of his continued commitment to advancing the President’s agenda to restore hope to the citizens.
The Minister clarified that his role in the FCT is to represent the interests and unity of the country rather than promoting any particular political party’s agenda, underscoring his continued membership in the PDP.
During the meeting, Senator Bala Muhammed praised President Tinubu’s bipartisan leadership by appointing Barr. Wike as FCT Minister, a testament to his leadership style in the country. Sen. Mohammed also commended Wike’s previous accomplishments and encouraged him to carry out his responsibilities to the President with dedication.
Sen. Mohammed urged Minister Wike to serve as a mentor and leader not only for Rivers State but also at the national level, emphasizing his importance as a trusted ally of the President.
during the visit of a delegation of the Forum to the Minister on Wednesday
Regarding the political situation in Rivers State, Sen. Mohammed described it as an internal PDP matter that had been resolved by the party. He highlighted Rivers State’s significance as an economic hub, and stressed the collective interest of the President and all stakeholders in resolving the issues.
Sen. Mohammed lauded Minister Wike’s maturity in handling the crisis and commended his substantial contributions to the growth of Rivers state and the PDP.
The meeting also saw the presence of Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State, Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State, and Kefas Agbu of Taraba State and ended on a very cordial note.
The press release was sent to TruthLive News by Anthony Ogunleye, the director of press to the Honorable
FCT Minister.