Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has issued a stern warning to the senator representing the territory, Ireti Heebah Kingibe.
During the flag-off of the construction of the Mabushi Bus Terminal in Abuja, Wike declared that Kingibe would lose the support of FCT residents in the next election.
The former Rivers State Governor expressed disappointment over Kingibe’s attitude, accusing her of being upset that residents are reportedly praising his efforts.
He emphasized that instead of working collaboratively with the FCT Administration, Kingibe seemed more concerned about his growing popularity.
“I overheard somebody on Arise TV this morning. Unfortunately, I heard the person is a member of the National Assembly and it is unfortunate I say so.
With all due respect, what you don’t know, you don’t know, what you know you know, and the good thing for you is to tell people you don’t when you don’t know, then people will educate you,” Wike said.
He continued, “The Honourable Minister of State and my humble self have not been in office for more than 11 months and the person is angry that they are praising us.
If you don’t want or you are angry about that, go and hang yourself on a transformer. If we have done well, we have done well. If we haven’t done well, we haven’t done well. I am proud to say that in the short time that Mr President has appointed us, we have done well.”
Addressing Kingibe directly, Wike challenged her legislative contributions, particularly in the areas of health and education. “You said there are no hospitals. You, as a legislator, what have you done? How many bills have you sponsored for us to improve our education and health sector?” he queried.
Wike then confidently predicted Kingibe’s defeat in the 2027 elections, asserting that the circumstances that led to her current position would not be repeated.
He proclaimed, “FCT is my territory and I am not afraid. Accept the truth, I will not beg anyone to be their friend.”
The Minister’s comments come after Kingibe criticized the Wike-led administration in the FCT during a television programme, stating that she is not a friend of the minister.
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