FCT Minister Wike Demands Sanctions for Amaechi over Tinubu Supporters' Statements
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to take action against All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain Rotimi Amaechi for his remarks targeting President Bola Tinubu's supporters.
Wike's Call on INEC
Addressing the press, Wike demanded that the electoral body investigate and possibly sanction Amaechi over his comments describing Tinubu's supporters as "thieves" or "mad."
Amaechi's Controversial Statements
- Amaechi, who is also the Governor of Rivers State, made the comments during a rally in Port Harcourt.
- He reportedly said, "Those who support Tinubu are either thieves or mad."
Tinubu's Response
President Bola Tinubu has not yet responded to Amaechi's remarks.
This incident highlights the ongoing political tensions between the two prominent figures in Nigeria's APC party.
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