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By Hadiza Abdulkadir

Abba Atiku Abubakar, son of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, has pledged 10 buses to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election campaign ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Abba made the pledge during a visit to the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Secretariat in Abuja on Friday, where he was received by the party’s Deputy National Chairman (North), Bukar Dalori.

According to a statement by Yusi Buba, an APC aide, Abba expressed support for Tinubu’s administration and announced the donation to boost the party’s mobilisation efforts.

The pledge followed his unveiling of the Haske Bola Tinubu Organisation, a support platform through which he plans to organise a two-million-man mobilisation march across the country’s six geopolitical zones.

Abba defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the APC in January. His father, Atiku Abubakar, is the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the 2027 election.

By Sabiu Abdullahi

The African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council (ADC-PCC) has called on President Bola Tinubu to investigate allegations that some ministers pay billions of naira to secure appointments and subsequently seek to recover the money.

The council also urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to investigate any credible evidence of financial inducements linked to ministerial appointments.

The demand followed remarks by Alwan Hassan, a spokesperson for the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council, during an interview on Arise Television last Thursday.

While defending Tinubu’s direct involvement in government expenditure decisions, Hassan alleged that some ministers pay substantial sums to secure appointments and later attempt to recoup their investments.

“A lot of ministers pay billions and billions, and you know, to get themselves appointed. The first thing they think of is how to recoup that money,” Hassan said.

He also described ministers as among the most corrupt public officials under successive administrations, arguing that the problem was not limited to the ruling APC.

However, Hassan did not identify any minister allegedly involved in the practice or provide evidence to substantiate the claim during the interview.

In a statement issued on Tuesday and signed by its Director of Media and Publicity, Kola Ologbondiyan, the ADC-PCC said the allegation required a transparent investigation because of its implications for accountability and the integrity of public appointments.

“An allegation of this magnitude cannot simply be ignored or dismissed without a transparent explanation,” the council said.

It argued that, if proven, the alleged practice would raise concerns about whether ministerial appointments were being treated as commercial transactions rather than positions of public trust.

The council therefore asked Tinubu to clarify whether he was aware of the alleged payments, whether an investigation had been initiated and what measures his administration intended to take to establish the facts.

It also challenged Hassan to identify the ministers allegedly involved, disclose the amounts purportedly paid and name those who allegedly received the money.

The ADC-PCC further called on the National Assembly to consider a public inquiry into the allegation, including inviting Hassan to explain his remarks and present any supporting evidence.

The council stressed that its demands were intended to establish the facts and safeguard public institutions, rather than replace evidence or due process.

“Public office is a responsibility, not a commercial transaction. Ministerial appointments must be guided by competence, integrity and a commitment to national service—not by financial inducements or expectations of private returns,” the statement said.

The controversy emerged from Hassan’s defence of Tinubu’s hands-on approach to government spending. During the interview, he questioned whether ministers should have control over budgetary allocations, arguing that the President’s direct involvement in expenditure decisions was preferable.

The ADC-PCC linked the allegation to broader concerns about the management of public resources and the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda, particularly at a time when Nigerians are facing economic difficulties and rising living costs.

With the 2027 general election approaching, the council urged Nigerians to scrutinise political leaders’ records and demand accountability. It also presented former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar’s presidential candidacy as an alternative on governance, economic recovery and public accountability.

As of the time of the report, no specific minister had been identified as having paid money to secure an appointment, and the allegation remained unsubstantiated.

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By Sabiu Abdullahi

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential campaign council has challenged the All Progressives Congress (APC) to explain why the N10 billion approved by President Bola Tinubu for Ebola preparedness in June has reportedly remained unused.

In a statement issued on Friday, Phrank Shaibu, Director of Strategic Communication for the ADC presidential campaign council, accused the ruling party of avoiding questions about the release and management of the emergency fund.

The statement followed comments by Dele Alake, spokesperson for the APC presidential campaign council, who reportedly said the money had not been spent because the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) and other agencies had relied on existing resources.

Reacting, Shaibu criticised the APC’s response and demanded documentary evidence showing whether the funds had been released and how they were being managed.

“The APC have made a remarkable discovery: ‘Bola’ sounds like ‘Ebola’. We had not noticed. They found the rhyme, wrote a lengthy press statement about it and somehow still could not tell Nigerians where the ₦10 billion ordered released for Ebola preparedness is,” the statement reads.

“Atiku Abubakar asked for the money trail and an account of the emergency response. The party in power came back with a pronunciation lesson.”

Shaibu asked the Federal Government to clarify whether the money had been disbursed and, if so, identify the account holding it, the officials responsible for managing it and the reasons it had not been spent.

“Was the money released or was it not? If it was released, where is it held, who controls it, and why has it not been used for the preparedness President Tinubu announced in June?” he stated.

“If it was never released, why was an order for its immediate release announced in June? Publish the release documents, the account records and the Task Force’s expenditure reports. Insulting Atiku Abubakar will not account for one naira.”

The ADC spokesperson also questioned the government’s response to the confirmed Ebola case in Abuja, demanding a detailed timeline showing when the infection was first suspected, when health authorities received an alert and when testing and contact tracing began.

Citing the World Health Organization’s account, Shaibu said the patient developed symptoms on October 7, sought treatment at a private health facility on October 11 and received laboratory confirmation on October 20.

“The APC says an infected person cannot transmit Ebola before symptoms appear. That is true. It does not answer what happened after symptoms appeared,” he said.

He also called on the government to identify the agency that raised the surveillance alert and explain the actions taken after the warning.

“The APC claims surveillance ‘tipped off’ the government. Then publish the timeline. Name the agency that raised the alert, give the date and explain the action taken,” he said.

Shaibu stressed the need to provide healthcare workers involved in treatment and contact tracing with adequate protection, equipment and resources.

“Health workers treating the patient and tracing contacts deserve protection, equipment and every resource needed to act quickly. Questioning the government’s preparedness is no insult to them.”

He further expressed concern that public health measures could be used to restrict political campaigns or voting during the election period. He urged the Tinubu administration to make public any proposed restrictions, the medical justification for them and the recommendations of health authorities.

“Public health guidance must protect people. It must never become a political tool,” he added.

By Sabiu Abdullahi

The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has donated vehicles to eight members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly following their return to the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The donation is intended to ease the lawmakers’ transportation difficulties and support their political activities and engagement with constituents across the state.

The move comes amid efforts by APC leaders to reconcile aggrieved members and strengthen the party’s structure in Zamfara ahead of the next general elections.

Matawalle, a former governor of the state, reportedly ordered the immediate release of the vehicles following President Bola Tinubu’s reported directive for the lawmakers to return to Zamfara and help promote unity within the party.

The vehicles were presented in Gusau on Wednesday by the Managing Director of the Nigeria Agricultural Insurance Corporation, Yazid Danfulani.

Danfulani said the gesture demonstrated Matawalle’s commitment to reconciliation and party unity, adding that the minister had continued to engage stakeholders to encourage cooperation among APC members.

He explained that the donation was part of broader efforts to reconnect the lawmakers with their constituencies and strengthen grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 elections.

Speaking on behalf of his colleagues, Aliyu Kagara expressed appreciation to Matawalle and pledged their support for Tinubu’s re-election campaign.

“We sincerely appreciate the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammed Matawalle, for this gesture. We assure him of our commitment to working assiduously for the success of President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general elections,” Kagara said.

The development followed commendation from the Northern Elders of the APC Forum, which praised Tinubu and Matawalle for their roles in facilitating the lawmakers’ return to the ruling party.

The forum’s chairman, Alhaji Yusuf Abubakar, described the development as an important step towards resolving internal disputes and rebuilding unity within the party.

“We commend President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his fatherly role and commitment to promoting reconciliation within the party, despite his tight schedule. His leadership and willingness to encourage dialogue remain crucial to strengthening the APC ahead of the 2027 general elections,” Abubakar said.

The forum also commended Matawalle’s efforts to restore confidence among party stakeholders and prevent further divisions. It said the lawmakers agreed to return to the APC after discussions with the minister, who reportedly presented them to Tinubu after they reaffirmed their allegiance to the President and the party.

However, the elders warned that the return of the eight lawmakers should not bring reconciliation efforts to an end. They urged the party leadership to address the concerns of other aggrieved members.

“Party unity must go beyond the return of elected officials; it must involve building trust and ensuring that every stakeholder has a sense of belonging,” the forum said.

Matawalle governed Zamfara State from 2019 to 2023 before losing his re-election bid to Dauda Lawal of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2023 governorship election. He was subsequently appointed Minister of State for Defence.

The latest development forms part of the APC’s efforts to consolidate its political base in Zamfara and mobilise support for Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The party’s ability to sustain the reconciliation process may depend on how it addresses outstanding grievances and accommodates the interests of its various stakeholders.

By Maji Bappa Maina


The strength of a government depends considerably on the quality of the people who serve within its institutions and the opportunities it creates for the next generation of professionals.

Policies require competent people to implement them, public institutions need experienced administrators to sustain their operations, and young graduates need opportunities to apply their knowledge.

For this reason, investment in human capital remains an important part of governance and long-term institutional development.

Two recent developments under Governor Mai Mala Buni bring this issue into focus: the upward review of salaries for permanent secretaries in Yobe State and the graduation of more than 400 government-sponsored students from universities in India.

Although the initiatives address different groups, they share a common purpose: strengthening the people whose knowledge, experience and professional commitment can contribute to the state’s future.

Their significance extends beyond the immediate benefits received by the individuals involved.

Together, they raise an important question about governance: how can investment in workers’ welfare, professional training and higher education translate into stronger institutions and better service delivery?

The recent engagement between Governor Buni and representatives of the permanent secretaries offers an important starting point.

According to the report issued by the Director-General of Press and Media Affairs to the Governor, Mamman Mohammed, the representatives visited the Governor to express appreciation following the upward review of their salaries.

During the meeting, Buni urged the senior civil servants to justify the confidence placed in them and the investment made in their professional development.

He reminded them of their responsibilities as role models to younger officers and emphasised the expectation that improved welfare should be accompanied by greater commitment to public service.

The state Head of Service, Abdullahi Musa, reportedly stated that the salary structure for permanent secretaries had remained unchanged since 2006, despite previous efforts to secure a review.

If maintained as reported, the structure had remained static for a considerable period before the recent decision.

The importance of the review goes beyond the financial adjustment itself.

Permanent secretaries occupy significant positions within the administrative system.

They help coordinate government activities, supervise departments, support policy implementation and preserve institutional continuity as officers retire and new personnel assume responsibility.

Their effectiveness can influence the quality of decisions, the speed of administrative processes and the ability of ministries to fulfil their mandates.

Recognising the responsibilities attached to these offices is therefore an important part of the wider discussion about civil-service performance.

However, improved remuneration alone cannot guarantee improved service delivery.

Its value depends on how it is matched with professional discipline, accountability, competence and measurable results.

The Governor’s message was significant in this regard: the benefit carries an expectation of stronger performance.

A well-functioning civil service requires a relationship between what government provides and what public officers are expected to deliver.

Workers’ welfare matters, but so does the responsibility to ensure that public institutions serve citizens effectively.

Another important dimension of Buni’s remarks concerned the training of civil servants to fill vacancies created by retirement.

This highlights an issue that often receives less public attention than salary adjustments: the need to prepare people before critical positions become vacant.

Every experienced officer carries institutional knowledge acquired through years of service.

This includes an understanding of administrative procedures, organisational challenges, professional relationships and the practical lessons that cannot always be captured in official documents.

When experienced officers retire without adequate preparation of their successors, institutions risk losing valuable knowledge and continuity.

Training and succession planning can help address this challenge.

They prepare younger officers for greater responsibilities, support the transfer of professional knowledge and reduce the disruption that may accompany changes in personnel.

For such an approach to succeed, training must be connected to actual institutional needs.

It should equip officers with relevant skills, strengthen their ability to manage responsibilities and encourage a culture in which knowledge is shared rather than confined to individuals.

Senior officers also have an important role to play by mentoring younger colleagues and helping them understand the demands of public service.

The graduation of more than 400 Buni Scholars from universities in India introduces another dimension to the same discussion.

According to the official report, the graduates completed studies in various health-related and engineering courses.

Their representatives visited the Governor to express appreciation for the opportunity, while Buni congratulated them and urged them to serve the state effectively and efficiently.

For the graduates, the completion of their studies marks the achievement of an important personal ambition.

For the state, it represents the development of a group of trained professionals whose knowledge could contribute to important areas of public service.

The significance of government-sponsored education lies not only in enabling individuals to obtain qualifications, but also in building professional capacity that might otherwise remain limited.

Specialised training can help develop the knowledge and expertise required to strengthen institutions, improve professional practice and address shortages in essential fields.

Health-related disciplines, for instance, are important to the availability and quality of healthcare services.

Engineering expertise can support technical operations, infrastructure management and other specialised responsibilities.

By sponsoring students in these fields, the state has created an opportunity to develop skills that may contribute to its long-term needs.

Yet graduation is only one stage of the process.

The full value of the scholarship programme will depend on how effectively the graduates can apply their knowledge after returning from their studies.

Appropriate placements, professional development, supportive working conditions and opportunities to use their qualifications will all influence the results.

This is why the Governor’s call for the graduates to give back to the state carries significance.

Their education was an opportunity provided through public investment, and their professional contributions can become part of the return on that investment.

At the same time, the responsibility does not rest on the graduates alone.

Government institutions must also create conditions in which trained professionals can contribute meaningfully.

Where skills are matched with relevant responsibilities, the benefits can extend beyond individual careers to the institutions and communities those professionals serve.

The relationship between the permanent secretaries and the Buni Scholars offers an interesting perspective on the development of human capital.

One group represents experience within the public service; the other represents a new generation entering professional life.

Both have different responsibilities, but each has a role in strengthening the state’s institutional capacity.

The permanent secretaries are expected to use their experience to improve administration, guide younger officers and maintain professional standards.

The graduates are expected to apply their newly acquired knowledge and contribute to the sectors for which they were trained.

In both cases, the wider public interest provides the basis for evaluating the value of the opportunity received.

There is also a lesson in continuity. Sustainable institutional development cannot depend entirely on the efforts of one generation.

Experienced officers must prepare their successors, while younger professionals must be given the opportunity to learn, contribute and grow.

When these processes work together, institutions become better positioned to retain knowledge and maintain performance over time.

The next important step is to assess the results of these investments.

For the civil service, this could involve examining administrative efficiency, professional competence, accountability and the quality of services delivered.

For the scholarship programme, relevant measures could include graduate employment, deployment to appropriate fields, professional retention and the practical contributions graduates make to their areas of specialisation.

Such assessments would help establish whether the opportunities created are achieving their intended objectives.

They would also provide useful information for future decisions on staff development, scholarship selection and workforce planning.

Ultimately, the salary review for permanent secretaries and the graduation of more than 400 Buni Scholars illustrate two complementary aspects of human-capital development: recognising the responsibilities of experienced public officers and preparing younger professionals for future contributions.

The Governor has made the expectation clear to both groups.

Permanent secretaries must justify the confidence placed in them, while the graduates are encouraged to use their education for the benefit of the state.

The lasting value of these initiatives will emerge through the quality of service, the competence of public institutions and the contributions of the people who have benefited from these opportunities.

Government investment in people reaches its greatest value when improved welfare, professional knowledge and individual opportunity translate into better service for the public.


Maji Bappa Maina is an agent of Voice of Development, Leadership and public Insight

By Muhammad Sulaiman

A social media outcry has erupted in Kebbi State following claims that the Executive Chairman of the state’s Pilgrims Welfare Agency donated 100 cars to support the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s 2027 election campaign.

Bashir Jelani, a Kebbi indigene and scholar based in the United States, raised the issue in a Facebook post, questioning the reported donation amid concerns over poverty, malnutrition and access to clean drinking water in the state.

Jelani drew attention to reports highlighting Kebbi’s development challenges, citing the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS), StatiSense, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) and UNICEF.

He questioned the reported donation in a state he described as facing severe socioeconomic challenges, asking where the money used to acquire the vehicles came from.

Other Kebbi residents have reportedly expressed similar concerns, with the controversy prompting questions about the source of funding for the vehicles and the priorities of public officials under the administration of Governor Nasir Idris, popularly known as Ƙauran Gwandu.

However, the circumstances surrounding the alleged donation, including the source of funding and the intended recipients of the vehicles, remain unclear. The claims and the statistics cited in the Facebook post could not be independently verified for this report.

The agency chairman and the Kebbi State Government have not been quoted as responding to the allegations.

By Sabiu Abdullahi

Eight members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly have resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing worsening insecurity, alleged injustice and the failure to pay their salaries and allowances.

The lawmakers announced their decision in a statement on Sunday, accusing the party and the state administration of failing to adequately address security challenges affecting residents across the state.

Those who resigned are Aliyu Kagara, representing Talata Mafara South; Ibrahim Bakura, representing Bakura; Faruk Dosara, representing Maradun I; and Bashir Masama, representing Bukkuyum North.

Others are Muktaru Kaura, representing Kaura North; Nasiru Abdullahi, representing Maru North; Bashar Bello, representing Bungudu West; and Bashar Aliyu, representing Gummi I.

The lawmakers also cited what they described as a worsening welfare situation affecting them and their constituents.

Kagara said the lawmakers had gone 32 months without receiving salaries, allowances and other entitlements.

“This is our 32 months without salary, allowances and other entitlements as honourable members and the people of Zamfara; the ball is in their court,” he said.

He added, “Whether they enjoy what is happening or not, they are in the best position to take action, and they need not be told.”

Kagara also accused the administration of Governor Dauda Lawal of failing to adequately address insecurity, particularly in rural communities.

“What we are challenging Governor Lawal’s administration about is even worse now compared to previous times, so we have seen no reason to continue remaining in the APC,” he said.

“Our constituents in rural areas who voted us into power to address their security concerns were not being given any attention.”

However, the APC said it had not received official copies of the lawmakers’ resignation letters.

The party’s Publicity Secretary in Zamfara, Ibrahim Birnin-Magaji, said the APC had only seen the letters on social media and was awaiting official communication through the lawmakers’ respective political wards and local government executives.

“We are still waiting for their correspondence from their respective political wards after reaching their local government executives, which would later be forwarded to us,” Birnin-Magaji told Daily Trust.

The APC spokesperson added, “We all saw it on social media platforms, but whenever we receive the copies officially, we would communicate with you on our stand.”

According to Birnin-Magaji, the party was not aware of any grievances from the lawmakers before the resignation letters emerged.

The lawmakers were reportedly suspended by the APC before their resignation over allegations that they attempted to remove the Speaker of the state House of Assembly about a year ago.

By Sabiu Abdullahi

Bandits in Zamfara State have reportedly demanded N30 million for the release of six Islamic clerics who were abducted after attending a special prayer session organised for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress.

The reported abduction was disclosed by conflict reporter D English Alhaji in a Facebook post on Tuesday.

According to the report, the clerics had attended the prayer session organised by the Director-General of the APC campaign and senator representing Zamfara West, Abdulaziz Yari.

The reporter said the abductors had contacted their victims’ representatives and demanded N30 million for their release.

“These are the six Sheikhs that were abducted by bandits in Zamfara after attending special prayers session for Tinubu and APC, organised by the DG campaign for APC, Sen. Abdulaziz Yari,” he wrote.

“Bandits are now demanding N30 million ransom for their release.”

The reported incident adds to concerns over abductions and ransom demands by armed groups in parts of Zamfara State.

The Daily Reality could not independently verify the identities of the six clerics, the circumstances of their abduction or the reported ransom demand from the information provided.

By Sabiu Abdullahi

Nigerian actor and social commentator, Adebowale Adedayo, popularly known as Mr Macaroni, has explained his decision to reduce his public criticism of the government, citing exhaustion from repeating the same concerns, attacks from Nigerians and threats to his life.

Mr Macaroni made the clarification after Wazobia FM shared a video on Tuesday in which he discussed threats he received during the #EndSARS protests.

In a series of posts on X on Wednesday, the actor noted that the interview was conducted more than two years ago. He, however, maintained that the issues he raised during the interview remained relevant.

“Forget about the threats. My issue with us as Nigerians is how we move on quickly. We complain and move on. There is nothing I will say now that I haven’t already said hundred times over. Until we as a people are ready to fight for what is ours, saying the same thing over and over again is just TIRING,” he wrote.

He also referred to a statement he made in March 2026, in which he described President Bola Tinubu’s administration as “the Most Useless Government in the history of Useless Governments.” He said that period marked the point at which he decided to step back from political commentary.

According to him, a limited number of politicians continue to affect the lives of more than 200 million Nigerians “so brazenly without any resistance.”

He further argued that Nigerians must move beyond a “survival mentality” and demand conditions that allow citizens to thrive.

“then we are truly not ready,” he added.

Addressing the perception that he had become less vocal, Mr Macaroni said his reduced commentary should not be interpreted as a withdrawal from the issues he previously raised.

“I have been persecuted and vilified since I started speaking up against Government. Threats are a usual occurrence. Please don’t mix things up. I am only tired of saying the same thing over and over again. When Nigerians are finally ready, I will be ready too! But till then, please let me continue enjoying my break by redefining myself and Art, which I love as dearly as I love Nigeria.”

In the earlier Wazobia FM interview, the actor spoke about the personal consequences of his activism and the criticism he received from some members of the public.

He said his outspoken position often made him appear to be the source of trouble, even when he believed he was speaking on behalf of Nigerians.

“Nigeria is a very funny country. Nigerians are also very funny. And I say this with all seriousness, because I’m not so happy about how things have been. And you keep talking, and it seems like you are the troublesome person. It seems like na you be the—the same Nigerians that you speak for turn against you. They start to fight you,” he said.

Mr Macaroni also said he had no interest in becoming a politician. He expressed disappointment over the political careers of some individuals he once admired.

He recalled people he looked up to during his secondary school and university years who later entered politics and, in his view, harmed the reputations they had previously established.

On his activities after the #EndSARS protests, the actor said he continued to speak publicly despite receiving threats and facing pressure from his family.

“So, you know, End SARS came at risk to my life, threats here and there, serious threats. My family, no time, they were every time calling me, crying, ‘Debo, please. Debo, please.’ Every—every blessed time, my mother. Every blessed time. It was so bad they wanted to fly me out of the country. I said, ‘For what? I’m not running anywhere,’” he said.

He also recalled his involvement in the 2023 general election, when he urged Nigerians to vote wisely while publicly stating the candidate he intended to support.

“And I didn’t—I didn’t go silent after End SARS. I still came out. I said, ‘We must vote wisely.’ I did series of videos, series of tweets, series of—and not only me, a lot of other people too did, saying, ‘Vote wisely. Do this, do that wisely.’ And I said, ‘Okay, this is the person me I will vote for.’ I did not say vote—everybody should go and vote for this person,” he said.

According to him, his decision to identify his preferred candidate drew insults and verbal attacks from some Nigerians.

“See curse, see insult. ‘You are a omo ale, you are this one, you are that one.’ Now, everybody—people vote. Whether, uh, rig, I no know, there no rig, e—e no concern me, but president dey, yes or no? E dey,” he said.

Mr Macaroni said the experience surrounding the election also affected his willingness to continue making repeated political statements.

“Now, everything don dey as e be. Is affecting me too. But what—okay, okay, oya, what should I come and say again now?” he said.

By Sabiu Abdullahi

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has criticised governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) over their opposition to the Rainbow Coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Wike described the APC governors as “politically lazy” during an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time on Tuesday.

The former Rivers State governor was responding to the governors’ position against his political activities and their opposition to alliances that could affect President Bola Tinubu’s re-election campaign.

Wike maintained that his support for Tinubu did not amount to abandoning his political party or preventing other political parties from presenting candidates for elections.

The APC governors, led by their chairman, Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma, had stated that they would neither participate in, support nor endorse any alliance that could undermine Tinubu’s re-election or affect APC candidates at any level.

Reacting to the position, Wike said, “They are politically lazy. When you have your local problems, don’t use Mr President as your excuse.”

The FCT minister also argued that disagreements over his political activities predated his decision to support Tinubu. He recalled that he faced opposition during his tenure as governor of Rivers State and later after his appointment as FCT minister.

“This thing did not start today. It started at a ministerial position. They were not happy that I was Minister of FCT. Also, they were unhappy when I was governor,” he added.

Wike further said those criticising his political activities might have a different understanding of his decisions if they had access to the information available to him.

He maintained that his understanding of the political situation was based on information that his critics did not have access to.