In a recent statement via his official X account,
Chidi Odinkalu, a law professor and former Chairman of the National Human
Rights Commission, has commented on the ongoing controversy surrounding
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
The accusations against Wike involve alleged land
grabbing during the ongoing demolitions in the FCT.
Critics claim that the demolished lands are being
reallocated to Wike’s friends, family, and himself through proxies.
Odinkalu addressed the issue, challenging Wike to
account for his wealth through legitimate earnings.
“The 1st, last
and only time I received a salary from the #Nigerian State was as a
#YouthCorper. Everything that bears my name, I can account for from legitimate
earnings. I invite #GreedyGlutton, @GovWike to say the same. If not, he’s my
inferior. Period!” Odinkalu wrote.
The statement by Odinkalu has drawn attention to the
controversies surrounding Wike’s activities as FCT Minister.
The demolitions, which have displaced residents and
business owners, have been widely criticized as being selective and politically
motivated.
Activists and residents accuse Wike of using his
position to enrich himself and his allies through questionable land reallocations.
The lack of transparency in the process has fueled
public outrage and calls for an independent investigation.
Odinkalu’s statements challenge Wike to defend his
integrity by publicly accounting for his assets and earnings.
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