Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has described the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, as one of the standout performers in his cabinet. The commendation came during Tinubu’s first presidential media chat held in Lagos State.
The president’s remarks come in the wake of mounting allegations against Wike concerning land grabbing activities in the nation’s capital. However, Tinubu dismissed the controversies, attributing them to what he described as a broader issue of non-compliance among Nigerians.
Addressing the concerns during the media chat, Tinubu stated, “Nyesom Wike is a good man and a performing minister. Nigerians lack compliance. We don’t pay our ground rent on time, and we often neglect our civic responsibilities.”
The president’s defense of Wike underscores his confidence in the minister’s commitment to his role despite the controversies. Wike, a former governor of Rivers State, has been at the forefront of urban development initiatives and policies aimed at revitalizing the FCT since his appointment.
The land-grabbing allegations have sparked significant public interest, with some critics calling for an investigation into the FCT administration’s activities. Nonetheless, Tinubu’s comments suggest a vote of confidence in Wike’s leadership and his approach to addressing challenges in the capital.
Observers will continue to monitor developments around the FCT minister’s tenure as the administration seeks to strengthen governance and urban management in the capital city.
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