FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has declared that securing just 25 per cent of votes for President Bola Tinubu in the Federal Capital Territory in 2027 would fall far short of his expectations. Wike made the statement at a media parley in Abuja, where he linked his confidence in mobilising voters to his administration’s infrastructure projects, […]
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has declared that securing just 25 per cent of votes for President Bola Tinubu in the Federal Capital Territory in 2027 would fall far short of his expectations.
Wike made the statement at a media parley in Abuja, where he linked his confidence in mobilising voters to his administration’s infrastructure projects, security initiatives and engagement with communities across the territory.
In a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, the minister said several political figures had recently shown support for his administration despite belonging to different political camps.
Those he cited included former senators, former members of the National Assembly and ex-area council chairmen. Wike argued that the administration’s approach to governance in the FCT, rather than political affiliations alone, was central to the support he said it had attracted.
“It’s not about the candidates; it’s about the style of governance and administration as it regards the FCT,” he stated, pointing to his administration’s engagement with traditional rulers and community leaders as part of its governance strategy.
Wike also highlighted security measures, saying at least two police stations had been constructed in each of the FCT’s six area councils. He presented the projects as part of efforts to respond to security concerns beyond the territory’s central districts.
On infrastructure, the minister said at least 10 projects were expected to be commissioned before the end of December. The planned projects include roads connecting Karshi, Kubwa and other communities, reflecting his administration’s stated intention to spread development across the FCT.
The minister was emphatic when responding to suggestions that his target for Tinubu was simply to cross the 25 per cent electoral threshold. He questioned why he would aim so low while serving as the coordinator of political efforts in the territory.
“How do you look at me? Coordinator of FCT, and I am looking for 25 per cent? That must be a joke,” Wike said, making clear that he expected support for the President to exceed that figure.
He also defended his administration’s handling of traditional institutions and other matters affecting indigenous communities, saying arrangements were underway to present certificates to elevated traditional rulers. On water supply in Karu, he said the government had provided major infrastructure but residents would need to organise connections to their properties.
Wike expressed confidence that the administration’s work on infrastructure, security and community engagement would strengthen efforts to mobilise FCT voters for Tinubu in 2027. However, his statement expressed an electoral ambition rather than a verified forecast of the eventual result.