The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has urged residents and political stakeholders in the FCT to rally behind President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Speaking on Tuesday at the Abaji Area Council Rainbow Coalition and Stakeholders’ Meeting in Abuja, Wike challenged local leaders to demonstrate their loyalty through tangible electoral results at the polls. He emphasized that leadership must be proven by delivering strong support in every ward, stating that the FCT must match and even surpass the electoral performance of Rivers State.

During the meeting, Wike criticized the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, questioning his capability to handle Nigeria's complex national challenges. The minister asserted that the presidency requires courage, resilience, and the willingness to make difficult decisions rather than political theatrics or public relations. He claimed that Obi would abandon the nation's problems rather than confront them directly, contrasting this with President Tinubu's readiness to take tough policy measures.

Wike also cautioned voters against repeating past political mistakes, referencing the 2023 elections where some constituents elected representatives who failed to maintain contact or address local needs after assuming office. He encouraged residents to hold leaders strictly accountable for community development and local infrastructure.

Addressing local infrastructure concerns, the minister directed the Abaji Area Council chairman to intensify efforts to restore reliable electricity to the area before the 2027 elections. Additionally, Wike announced plans to meet with FCT youths on Wednesday to discuss political mobilization strategies and broader youth participation in the upcoming electoral process, assuring stakeholders that full campaign preparations are underway.