An APC chieftain, Yakubu Sani, urges Nyesom Wike, Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT) minister, to prioritize governance and the welfare of workers rather than engaging in political attacks. In a statement, Sani says Wike should concentrate on delivering the mandate given to him by President Bola Tinubu, arguing that political confrontations risk distracting from public service priorities in Abuja.

Sani’s comments focus on broader development goals beyond infrastructure projects. He calls for attention to the welfare of teachers, healthcare workers, and civil servants, along with addressing issues such as water supply, traffic discipline, and waste management. He also advises Wike to model his approach on Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma, whom he describes as focusing on project delivery without resorting to political confrontations.

The remarks come amid reported political tensions between Wike and some APC governors linked to his “Rainbow Coalition” in Rivers State. Sources note that Wike describes the coalition as supporting President Tinubu’s re-election, while not requiring him to back APC candidates in other contests, a stance that contributes to the ongoing friction.