Oshiomhole: Wike’s Support for APC Is Like Giving a Star Player to a Rival Team Without Asking For Transfer Fee

Oshiomhole: Wike's Support for APC Is Like Giving a Star Player to a Rival Team Without Asking For Transfer Fee

The Senator representing Edo North, Adams Oshiomhole, has likened Nyesom Wike’s support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) to a football club transferring its best player to a rival team without demanding a fee.

Speaking during a New Year luncheon hosted by Wike in Port Harcourt, Oshiomhole sarcastically thanked the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for “giving” Wike to the APC, describing it as a strategic gain for the ruling party.

Wike, who is a prominent member of the PDP, played a key role in supporting the APC during the 2023 elections following a fallout with his party over its presidential ticket. His support for the APC is widely seen as instrumental in the emergence of President Bola Tinubu as Nigeria’s leader.

As a result of his contributions, Wike was appointed Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), a move interpreted by many as a reward for his allegiance to the APC during the election.

During his speech, Oshiomhole humorously compared Wike’s alignment with the APC to a football transfer:

“Thank you to PDP for giving us Nyesom Wike to help us fix Abuja. When a football club gives its best player to another club, it usually demands a hefty transfer fee. But in this case, we got Wike for free.”

He further hinted that the APC would prefer Wike to formally join its ranks:

“We may not be happy to return you to the PDP. In fact, we might even create a toll gate to prevent that. Thank you for what you’re helping us achieve in the APC.”

Oshiomhole commended Wike’s efforts as FCT Minister, describing him as a leader who prioritizes results and enforces the rule of law.

“Wike is showing Nigerians that there must be respect for environmental laws and proper governance. His dedication to duty in Abuja is evident, and we are proud of his contributions.”

He acknowledged Wike’s willingness to take tough decisions, even if it means stepping on toes, and praised his commitment to delivering on his mandate:

“Thank you for what you’re doing for Nigeria and Abuja. You are setting a standard for service delivery.”

Wike’s continued involvement with the APC, despite remaining a PDP member, underscores his complex political stance. His role in the APC government has fueled speculations about a possible defection, but he has yet to make such a move official.

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As Wike continues to win praise from APC leaders, his political future remains a subject of interest in Nigeria’s dynamic political landscape.

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