Obi Will Flee To Cameroon If Elected President – Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has questioned the ability of the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, to handle Nigeria’s challenges, claiming he could run to Cameroon if faced with the demands of the presidency.

Wike made the remark on Tuesday during the Abaji Area Council Rainbow Coalition and Stakeholders’ Meeting in Abuja, where he called on residents to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election campaign ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The minister argued that Nigeria needs a leader who can withstand pressure, make difficult decisions and take responsibility for the country’s problems rather than abandon the task when things become difficult.

He contrasted Obi with Tinubu, whom he praised for his willingness to make tough decisions despite the challenges associated with governing the country.

According to Wike, the presidency requires more than political popularity and public appearances, as whoever occupies the position must have the courage and ability to address difficult national issues.

He also challenged political leaders in Abaji to demonstrate their support for Tinubu through their performance during the 2027 elections.

Wike said he was not interested in verbal promises from the council chairman, councillors and other political stakeholders, insisting that their commitment would be measured by the number of votes they could deliver for the President in their respective wards.

The FCT minister specifically called on the Abaji Area Council chairman and other community leaders to work towards securing victory for Tinubu in their areas.

He further declared that the FCT should aim to record better electoral results than Rivers State in the forthcoming presidential election.

Wike said he was prepared to adopt the political mobilisation approach he had used in Rivers State to strengthen Tinubu’s support base in Abuja.

He maintained that the FCT should not settle for matching Rivers State’s performance but should work towards surpassing it at the polls.

The former Rivers State governor also warned residents against making what he described as a wrong political choice, referring to the 2023 general elections.

He accused voters of electing representatives who allegedly failed to maintain contact with their constituents after securing their mandates.

Wike questioned whether some elected officials had returned to their communities to listen to residents’ concerns or take steps to address issues affecting their welfare.

He urged the people to consider the performance and accessibility of political office holders before making another choice in 2027.