The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), led by Abdulrahman Mohammed, has described Nyesom Wike, minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), as its “finest political talent”, saying there is no plan to allow him to join the All Progressives Congress (APC).
On Monday, Nentawe Yilwatda, national chairman of the APC,
said he wished he could poach Wike from the PDP.
Yilwatda, who spoke during the flag-off of the construction
of road projects in Abuja, lauded Wike’s performance as FCT minister,
describing him as hardworking and tireless.
But in a statement issued on Wednesday, Jungudo Mohammed,
the national publicity secretary of the Mohammed PDP faction, said Wike’s role
in President Bola Tinubu’s administration should be seen only as a temporary
arrangement.
He said the PDP has no intention of relinquishing one of its
“finest political talents” regardless of any overtures from the ruling party.
“While we welcome the open admiration expressed by the APC
National Chairman and the glowing accolades showered on our National Leader, it
is necessary to clarify that Barrister Wike remains a committed and loyal
member of the Peoples Democratic Party,” the statement reads.
“As Professor Yilwatda himself implied, Barrister Wike’s
engagement with the APC-led administration is best described as a loan
arrangement, and we wish to state unequivocally that the agreement contains no
provision whatsoever for a permanent transfer deal.
“We further wish to state that the PDP has no intention
whatsoever of parting with one of its most valuable political assets,
regardless of any offers or overtures that may be made. The APC is therefore
advised to refrain from entertaining any hopes of a permanent acquisition, as
such a move would be firmly resisted.
“The PDP is not in the business of disposing of its finest
political talents. Barrister Nyesom Wike remains one of the Party’s most
valuable assets, and there are no plans, ongoing negotiations, hidden clauses,
or future options that would permit a permanent move.
“His service in the current APC-led administration should
not be misconstrued as a possible political transfer. It does not in any way
alter his political identity or diminish his longstanding loyalty, commitment,
and immense contributions to the Peoples Democratic Party.
“The present leadership of the Party fully acknowledges,
appreciates, and remains grateful for his invaluable role in strengthening and
advancing the PDP over the years.
“It is not in doubt that, through his visionary leadership,
commitment to service, and execution of numerous landmark projects, Barrister
Wike has transformed critical aspects of the nation’s capital, earning
commendation from citizens across political, ethnic, and religious divides. The
PDP is proud of its exceptional performance as Minister of the Federal Capital
Territory.”
Mohammed said the PDP has several other capable leaders who,
if given similar opportunities, would outperform many officeholders in the
current administration.
Wike, a former governor of Rivers state and a member of the
PDP, was appointed as FCT minister by Tinubu in 2023.
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