Isaac Fayose, a social media commentator and younger
brother of former Ekiti State governor Ayo Fayose, has publicly challenged the
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, to join the All
Progressives Congress (APC) if he believes he possesses significant political
power.
Fayose’s remarks, made in a video circulating widely
on social media and obtained by News Week Nigeria, included a strong assertion
that Wike’s political clout would see an 80% reduction if he were to decamp to
the ruling party.
Isaac Fayose’s comments underscore an ongoing debate
regarding Wike’s shifting political affiliations and the extent of his
influence.
Wike, a former governor of Rivers State and an
influential figure within the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) until his recent
role with the APC-led government, has maintained a prominent stance in Nigerian
politics. However, Fayose insists that Wike’s perceived strength stems from
federal support, suggesting that his appointment as FCT Minister is part of a
broader strategy to destabilize opposition parties.
Fayose drew comparisons to former Transportation
Minister Rotimi Amaechi, Wike’s one-time political rival, who left the PDP for
the APC after facing challenges within his party.
The implication is that Wike should consider a similar
move if he feels discontented, with Fayose implying that such a defection would
expose the true limits of Wike’s influence.
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