Wike tells Bauchi governor to handle his own political issues
Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has responded to accusations from Bala Mohammed, Governor of Bauchi State. Bala Mohammed alleged that Wike was behind political crises in Bauchi and misusing federal influence against him. Wike dismissed these claims, saying the Bauchi governor was deflecting blame for his own problems within the Peoples Democratic Party. He insisted his disagreements with Bala were strictly about party leadership, not personal matters.
Key takeaways
- Bala Mohammed accused Nyesom Wike of orchestrating political troubles in Bauchi and using federal agencies to destabilise his administration.
- Wike denied involvement, urging Bala to face his own issues and not blame others for his political challenges.
- Wike said his disputes with Bala were only about party leadership, not governance or finances.
- He challenged Bala to account for his own tenure as FCT minister, criticising his record in Abuja.
- Wike dismissed claims that he was behind alleged Economic and Financial Crimes Commission pressure on Bala's associates, saying law enforcement actions should not be politicised.
