Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), on Monday criticized the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for its reaction to a court judgment that dissolved the party’s executive committee led by Senator David Mark. Speaking at a town hall meeting in Abuja, Wike argued that political parties should function as vehicles for development and good governance rather than becoming arenas for persistent internal conflicts.
During the interactive session with political stakeholders, traditional rulers, and residents of the Kwali Area Council, the minister accused opposition politicians of prioritizing personal ambitions over the welfare and development of the populace. He emphasized the intentional nature of party membership, stating, “Isn’t it that a party is a vehicle that you enter intentionally to go where you are going? When you get there, you talk about development, you talk about good governance, and how you can bring welfare to your people.”
Wike commended area council chairmen and political leaders across party lines for their willingness to collaborate in the interest of the FCT. He urged residents to reject politicians who only surface during election periods with unfulfilled promises, instead supporting leaders whose performance can be measured by infrastructure delivery and empowerment initiatives.
The minister also highlighted the administration of President Bola Tinubu’s efforts to address economic challenges and grant the FCT greater administrative autonomy. He cited specific achievements, including the establishment of the FCT Civil Service Commission, the appointment of an indigene of the territory as Head of Service, and the removal of the FCT from the Treasury Single Account (TSA).
Assuring residents of continued progress, Wike stated that the administration would make necessary difficult decisions to deliver critical infrastructure, complete abandoned road projects, and expand political representation for the people of the FCT.
The event was attended by the Executive Chairman of Kwali Area Council, Nuhu Daniel Kwali, and traditional rulers led by the Etsu of Kwali, Luka Ayedoo Nizassan III. Representatives from the six area councils of the FCT and local councillors were also present at the meeting.
<small>Source: Vanguard News — read the original story there.</small>
