Politics
“The Day Wike Joins APC, We’ll Sing ‘As E Dey Pain Dem, E Dey Sweet Us’” – Tinubu Says
President Bola Tinubu has made it clear he’s open to having the current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, join the All Progressives Congress (APC) if he decides to officially leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
During the commissioning of Arterial Road N16 in the Katampe area of Abuja, Tinubu praised Wike for his work as FCT Minister, despite still being a PDP member. He then jokingly referenced one of Wike’s most popular campaign catchphrases, saying, “Wike is not a member of my party—at least not yet. But if he ever makes that decision and joins the progressives, we’ll welcome him warmly. We’ll even enjoy singing ‘as e dey pain dem, e dey sweet us.’” His comments drew loud laughter from the audience, including Wike himself.
Although Wike has not officially left the PDP, his loyalty has long been questioned within the party. After falling out with the PDP leadership during the 2023 presidential primaries, Wike refused to support the party’s flagbearer, Atiku Abubakar, and instead backed Tinubu’s campaign—a move that caused serious internal rifts.
Tinubu rewarded Wike’s political support with the appointment as FCT Minister in August 2023, and since then, Wike hasn’t hidden where his loyalty lies.
In fact, he recently said he would personally lead Tinubu’s 2027 re-election efforts in Rivers State. “I am a major political asset. I will take charge of President Tinubu’s campaign in Rivers,” Wike boldly stated during a media chat.
His actions have continued to stir division within the PDP, with growing calls for his expulsion from the party. However, Wike still commands a strong base of support among some PDP members, making any move against him tricky for the party.
Earlier this week, Wike took another swipe at the PDP, echoing a demand by some stakeholders that the party must zone its 2027 presidential ticket to the South to maintain a sense of fairness and balance. He also pointed out that, by the PDP’s constitution, only the National Secretary—currently Senator Samuel Anyanwu—is empowered to call a valid party meeting, hinting at disputes over how the party is being run.
Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, has spoken on the allegation that terrorism and the increase in insecurity are linked to his administration in the state.
The governor then said “This is a country where when you work, you become a villain. I have kept quiet for too long for peace and security. But I am not a coward. I will not join them. I refuse to join their party,” he stated.
“We have built our health system, primary education, and reduced out-of-school children. We have been awarded three times by the federal government for development and good governance. And they are accusing us? What kind of paradox is this?”
Media personality Dele Momodu reacts and shares his thoughts regarding First Lady Remi Tinubu interrupting the Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, during a recent event.
The event was the 10th coronation anniversary of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi. In the scene, while Governor Adeleke was giving a speech, he began with a worship song. But while singing, the First Lady stood up and met him to inform him to stop singing and go directly to his speech instead.
Media personality Dele then reacted and questioned why she would do something like that, asking if she would have done the same kind of interruption if it were the recitation of the Qur’an.
First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has shared that she has forgiven those who betrayed her husband during the 2023 general elections.
She revealed this as she marked a new age, reflecting on what the future holds. She emphasized that she holds no grudge against anyone.
“I do not have anything against anyone. The question is how I stopped feeling the betrayal? I knew the grace factor was evident, and the Holy Spirit continually comforted me. I chose never to avenge myself, understanding that it is God’s prerogative. Mine is to thank Him for fighting for us. If God decides to fight your battles and you have won, is there anything else that God missed and you wanted to fix? Nothing. So, let it go.”
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