By Ayomide Otitoju
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has urged opposition politicians to acknowledge the achievements of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, saying political differences should not prevent an objective assessment of government policies.
Wike spoke at the inauguration of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council in Abuja on Wednesday, October 14, where he addressed party leaders, governors and other political stakeholders.
The former Rivers State governor described himself as a leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) while explaining his support for Tinubu, insisting that party affiliation should not stop politicians from recognising policies they consider beneficial to the country.
He rejected opposition claims that the Tinubu administration lacked direction, arguing that the President had shown the willingness to tackle longstanding national challenges that previous governments had failed to adequately address.
On security, Wike expressed confidence in the administration’s ability to tackle insecurity and highlighted the proposed establishment of state police as a reform that could strengthen security management.
The proposal for state police has continued to generate debate, particularly over constitutional safeguards, funding, accountability and the relationship between federal and state authorities.
Wike also challenged members of the Presidential Campaign Council to demonstrate their political influence through measurable results in their respective areas of responsibility rather than relying solely on their positions.
His remarks were highlighted in a review of the inauguration by the Media and Publicity Team of the Forum of Chief Executives of Federal Parastatals (FORCEPA), which identified the intervention as a key moment at the event.
The inauguration brought together political figures from different parties, including Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo and Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke.
The event also featured discussions on governance, public accountability, security reforms and the relationship between political competition and national development.
