FCT council poll: Nigerians now know ruling, real opposition parties – Wike

by · The Eagle Online

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Sunday praised President Bola Tinubu for the peaceful conduct of Saturday’s Area Council elections in the FCT, saying the outcome has clarified the country’s political landscape.

The All Progressives Congress secured victory in five of the six chairmanship seats across the Area Councils of the FCT.

The ruling party claimed victory in Abuja Municipal Area Council, Abaji, Bwari, Kwali, and Kuje, while the Peoples Democratic Party won the chairmanship in Gwagwalada, the sole council secured by the opposition.

Earlier, Tinubu specifically commended Wike, “for his remarkable achievements in the territory, which have yielded political dividends.”

In a special broadcast aired on national television and radio stations, the FCT minister described the exercise as a reflection of residents’ commitment to democracy and good governance.

His broadcast was contained in a statement signed by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka.

“The peaceful conduct of the election is a testament to the commitment of the people of the FCT to democracy and good governance.

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“I thank the residents for believing in the renewed and credible democratic process being championed by the government of President Bola Tinubu,” he said.

Wike added that the results of the poll demonstrated that “Nigerians now know the ruling party and the real opposition party.”

He congratulated APC and PDP for their victories, commending all candidates who participated in the election.

“To all the candidates who participated in the election, I commend your belief in our democracy.

“Your participation is a proof of your commitment to ensuring that the voice of the minority is heard, even when it is the majority that will always have its way,” he stated.

The minister also took a swipe at critics of the government, saying the election “further exposed the hypocrisy of people who go about buying corn and groundnut from roadside sellers for the purpose of campaign just to deceive Nigerians.”

“Yesterday, the residents of FCT demonstrated that they cannot be deceived by emergency democrats, who have chosen not to see anything good in our country and its government,” Wike said.

He attributed the peaceful exercise and the outcome of the poll to the leadership of Tinubu and the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

“This election is a reflection of the President’s vision and leadership, and a testimony that the Renewed Hope Agenda has brought optimism and confidence to the people of the FCT,” he said.

Wike further commended the Independent National Electoral Commission for conducting what he described as a free, fair and credible election, as well as security agencies for ensuring a peaceful environment during the polls.

“At this juncture, I also congratulate the Independent National Electoral Commission for conducting a free, fair, and credible election. This is a reflection of President Tinubu’s commitment to strengthening our democratic institutions and ensuring that our electoral processes are transparent and reliable,” he said.

He urged the winners to serve with humility and dedication.

“To the winners of the elections, I congratulate you on your victory. You have been given a mandate to serve the people, and I urge you to do so with humility, dedication, and commitment to excellence. Work tirelessly to improve the lives of the residents, and bring development to our communities,” Wike said.

The minister also thanked FCT residents, particularly those in satellite towns, for turning out in large numbers.

“As an administration, we pledge to continue to deliver the dividends of democracy to FCT residents, in accordance with the Renewed Hope Agenda of Mr President,” he added.

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