Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has criticized the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for its reaction to a court judgment that dissolved the National Working Committee led by former Senate President David Mark. Speaking on Monday, Wike accused opposition politicians of prioritizing internal power struggles and personal ambitions over governance and the public welfare of Nigerians.
The minister made the remarks during a town hall interactive meeting with political stakeholders, traditional rulers, and residents of the Kwali Area Council in Abuja. While he did not address the specific legal details of the judgment, Wike questioned the rationale behind the opposition’s approach to politics, arguing that political parties should function as vehicles for development rather than platforms for endless leadership disputes.
“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 stated. He dismissed what he described as media-driven criticism and political posturing by opposition figures, including former national leaders, noting that such activities had not translated into meaningful development for the territory.
In defense of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, Wike highlighted several reforms aimed at strengthening the FCT’s institutional and administrative structures. These measures include the establishment of the FCT Civil Service Commission, the appointment of an indigenous Head of Service, and the removal of the territory from the Treasury Single Account (TSA). Wike described these steps as significant reforms that have expanded the FCT’s administrative autonomy and created opportunities for greater participation by its indigenous population.
The minister also commended political leaders and council chairmen across party lines for their willingness to collaborate for the benefit of residents, asserting that political differences should not hinder progress. He urged residents to reject politicians who only become active during election periods to make promises, insisting that performance and measurable achievements should determine political support.
“There is no need to be fighting. For the interest of the people, for the interest of FCT—that is what we are talking about,” Wike said, assuring stakeholders that the administration remains committed to delivering infrastructure and institutional reforms, even when such decisions require taking difficult positions. The event was attended by the Executive Chairman of Kwali Area Council, Nuhu Daniel Kwali, the Etsu of Kwali, His Royal Highness Luka Ayedoo Nizassan III, and representatives from traditional institutions and communities across the six FCT area councils.
<small>Source: The Sun Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
