Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has advised former President Goodluck Jonathan against contesting in the 2027 presidential elections.
He warned that Jonathan is being influenced by individuals who misled him in the past.
Wike urged the ex-president not to allow himself to be used by politicians with ulterior motives.
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Addressing journalists in Abuja on Monday, Wike said, “I know Jonathan very well. He has international respect and should maintain that.
“These same people weighing Jonathan down are the ones who played him in 2015. They are only trying to cause confusion in the party.”
He continued, “People pushing Jonathan, what strength do they have? Were they not the same people who worked against him in 2015? Those calling for a Jonathan candidacy are the same political actors who ‘played him’ during the 2015 elections.”
Wike also distanced himself from the idea of running for president in 2027.
“I have integrity, I have character. The person who appointed me is there. We are saying he should run.
“Then I will turn around to say I want to run? What kind of thing is that? How will my children even look at me? I will not run for president,” he stated.
The FCT Minister further emphasised his loyalty to President Bola Tinubu, adding, “I work for the president, and I will protect the integrity of the office. My focus is to ensure good governance, not to chase power for myself.”
