The Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Suleiman Abubakar has condemned the Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr. Nyesom Wike, for his recent threats to incite political crisis in states that he believes are interfering in Rivers State politics.
Abubakar described Wike’s remarks as “reckless” and “unbecoming of a leader.”
He said such rhetoric endangers not only the unity of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) but also the stability of the entire nation.
The Bauchi Speaker, who is the immediate past chairman of the Conference of Nigeria Speakers Forum, called on the PDP leadership and national security agencies to take immediate action to address “Wike’s excesses.”
“The PDP was founded on the principles of democracy, mutual respect, and the rule of law. It is not the personal fiefdom of any individual, regardless of their past accomplishments or current position,” Abubakar said.
He added that Wike’s attempt to use his influence as a tool of intimidation against other states within the federation is a gross misuse of power and a direct violation of the values upon which the party stands.
He said, “As the Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, I cannot remain silent in the face of such threats. Mr. Wike’s audacious warning that Bauchi State could face political turmoil simply because we stand for what is right is unacceptable.
“Moreover, Mr Wike’s continued public outburst does a disservice to the PDP and betrays the trust that the people of Rivers State and the broadened Nigerian populace have placed on him. It is the responsibility of the National Security Adviser and the media to ensure that individuals who make such inflammatory statements are held accountable.
We cannot allow a situation where one man’s ego and thirst for power jeopardize the peace and unity of our nation”.