FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has issued a stern warning to Christian leaders across Nigeria, urging them to approach political endorsements with caution as the 2027 elections draw closer.
Speaking during a thanksgiving service at Saint James’ Anglican Church in Asokoro, Abuja, on Sunday, July 6, Wike reflected on Nigeria’s current state and the tough decisions required to rebuild the nation.
“Nigeria was practically dead before President Tinubu took over,” Wike declared. “Reviving a country isn’t like a prayer — it doesn’t happen overnight. It takes time and painful decisions.”
The former Rivers State governor, who led the service in celebration of 16 newly commissioned projects in the FCT, emphasized that the Tinubu administration is laying the foundation for lasting recovery, despite existing economic and security challenges.
But it was his sharp critique of the 2023 presidential elections that stirred the most attention.
“Let me talk to the Church: in 2023, we nearly made the worst mistake by supporting someone we barely knew—Peter Obi,” Wike warned.
“You nearly misled us by pushing for his presidency based on emotion, not facts. We must not repeat that in 2027.”
Wike urged religious leaders to dig deeper before aligning with any political figure in the future.
“Ask us questions—we are politicians. Don’t be swayed by sweet words or propaganda. Know who you’re supporting. Some of you sympathize with people who’ve never delivered results.”
He accused Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, of failing to demonstrate democratic leadership during his tenure as governor of Anambra State.
“For eight years, he never conducted local government elections. Yet, people called that democracy. Now, those same people are shouting that democracy isn’t working.”
The FCT Minister didn’t stop there. He challenged Nigerians to hold politicians accountable based on their track records.
“If I say I want to rescue Nigeria, ask me what I did as governor. I have evidence—projects, infrastructure, achievements. And even now, as FCT Minister, the work continues.”
As Nigeria prepares for another election cycle, Wike’s message was clear: decisions must be based on performance, not popularity or sentiment.
