Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), stated that the planned protest against President Bola Tinubu’s administration is politically motivated. He made this remark on Tuesday while interacting with journalists after inspecting the Karshi to Apo Road construction project, which was awarded 13 years ago but remains unfinished.
Wike emphasized the need for patience, stating that the current administration is working hard to address the issues inherited from previous governments. He pointed out that the country is facing significant challenges and that it is unrealistic to expect immediate solutions.
He acknowledged that people are unhappy due to hunger and unemployment but asserted that the Tinubu administration is not responsible for the current unemployment levels. Wike criticized those planning the protests, describing them as political maneuvers aimed at gaining popularity ahead of elections.
“We are going to elections very soon; these are political gimmicks,” Wike said. He urged Nigerians to be patient with the government, believing that things will improve over time.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that some sections of the country are planning a week-long protest over hunger and insecurity. While some groups and individuals have distanced themselves from the planned protest, others insist it must hold to draw attention to the sufferings of Nigerians and to urge the government and international community to take action.