Wike Reaffirms Unwavering Loyalty, Support to Tinubu

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reiterated his unwavering support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, declaring that those who stood by the President during difficult political times would not abandon him now.

Wike made the statement on Friday while addressing supporters and political associates at an end-of-year thanksgiving gathering in his hometown in Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers State. The former Rivers State governor recalled the risks he took during the build-up to the 2023 presidential election when he openly backed Tinubu despite being a senior figure in the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) According to Wike, standing with Tinubu at the time attracted intense criticism and political attacks, but he insisted the decision was based on conviction, not convenience We stood with President Tinubu when it was tough. When many people were afraid to speak, we spoke. When it was risky, we took the risk. We will not stop now,” Wike said The FCT minister criticised politicians who, according to him, only began to show loyalty to Tinubu after his electoral victory, stressing that genuine support is proven during difficult moments, not after success has been secured Wike also described himself as one of the most criticised politicians in the country, noting that his support for Tinubu came at a personal and political cost. However, he said he has no regrets and remains committed to the President’s administration and its reform agenda Politics is about courage and sacrifice. Those who were not there when it mattered cannot equate themselves with those who took the heat,” he added The remarks come amid ongoing political realignments ahead of future elections, with Wike’s camp in Rivers State maintaining strong ties with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) at the federal level, despite internal crises within the PDP Observers say Wike’s comments signal continued political cooperation with President Tinubu and suggest that his political structure remains mobilised in support of the current administration as preparations quietly begin for the next electoral cycle The event was attended by political allies, party stakeholders and supporters from across Rivers State, further underlining Wike’s enduring influence in the state’s political landscape.