Atiku Abubakar, Nigeria’s former Vice President and 2023 Presidential Candidate, has accused Nyesome Wike, ex-Rivers State Governor, and his associates of prioritizing self-interest over addressing the nation’s challenges.
Atiku claims Wike’s focus on domestic affairs in Rivers, rather than his ministerial responsibilities, showcases his self-absorption.
In a recent statement, Wike told Atiku to accept defeat and retire from politics, citing his multiple presidential election losses. He added that Nigerians have rejected him.
However, Paul Ibe, Atiku’s Media Adviser, swiftly responded, labeling Wike’s comments as “theatrical outbursts” driven by personal grievances.
Ibe emphasized that Wike’s remarks lack substance and reflect his bitterness from the 2022 party presidential primary defeat.
He said;
“Our attention has been drawn to the recent remarks made by Mr. Nyesom Wike, which can only be described as another of his theatrical outbursts. Ordinarily, we would not respond, but we recognize that silence might be misinterpreted.
However, we remain calm, knowing that Nigerians are well acquainted with his antics, a lingering symptom of the bitterness he harbours from his defeat to the Wazirin Adamawa at the 2022 party presidential.
Wike’s comments are nothing more than a string of inanities, lacking substance and driven by personal grievances. If he truly believes Nigerians are content with the current state of affairs under the government he serves, it reveals a deeper truth: his priorities lie not with the people but with himself. This self-absorption is evident in his preoccupation with domestic affairs in Rivers rather than his ministerial responsibilities.”
He noted that Wike’s priorities seem to lie with himself, rather than the people, and that his actions are mere attempts to divert attention from the real issues affecting Nigerians.
