The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has promised N10 million to every councillor who delivers his ward for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election.
Wike made the promise on Monday in Kwali Area Council.
He was speaking to stakeholders, traditional leaders and
political actors in the area.
He said the money is part of a plan to mobilise support for
the President at the grassroots.
"Any councillor that delivers his ward will get N10
million reward. Therefore, go and meet your leaders, go and meet your youth
groups, and go and consult with associations. Let us deliver our ward to Mr
President," Wike said.
The minister also spoke on the welfare of councillors.
He was responding to an appeal by the Chairman of the
National Councillors Forum of Nigeria, FCT Chapter, Gambo Hamza.
Wike said he will meet with the permanent secretary and
other relevant officers to look into their remuneration.
He said he will try to bypass bottlenecks so their welfare
can improve.
He also spoke on women in governance.
He said more women must be carried along and given active
roles in governance.
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