In a stern warning to fellow Nigerians, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has advised against blind involvement in political conflicts without understanding their root causes.
Wike delivered this cautionary message during a thanksgiving ceremony for George Kelly Alabo, the former Commissioner for Works in Rivers State, at the Kings’ Assembly in Port Harcourt on Sunday.
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Addressing the congregation, Wike shed light on his recent rift with his successor and the current state governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Stressing the importance of adhering to political rules, he affirmed that success in governance is closely tied to following established protocols.
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Don’t get involved in any fight between two politicians without knowing the real cause of the quarrel,” Wike asserted, drawing parallels between political life and other aspects where rules must be obeyed. “As a pastor, there are rules you must follow, so also as politicians, we must follow rules. While I was governor, I followed those rules, and that’s why I was able to succeed.”
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The political impasse between the Minister and Fubara resulted in a series of dramatic events, including the bombing and demolition of the State House of Assembly, lawmakers defecting from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), parallel sittings, an impeachment plot against the governor, the demolition of the Assembly complex, and numerous resignations of pro-Wike commissioners in Fubara’s cabinet.
Wike’s plea for caution resonates against the backdrop of heightened political tensions, emphasizing the need for a thorough understanding of conflicts before taking sides.
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His advice serves as a reminder that adherence to rules is fundamental in ensuring political stability and success.
