Wike dismisses Makinde’s presidential bid and PDP-APM alliance claims
Nyesom Wike has strongly criticized Seyi Makinde’s presidential ambition, calling it “dead on arrival.” The Federal Capital Territory Minister dismissed any possibility of a political alliance between the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Allied Peoples Movement (APM). Wike insisted that the PDP remains independent and will present its own candidate for the next general elections. He also expressed satisfaction with ongoing infrastructure projects and emphasized the need to develop satellite communities.
Key takeaways
- Nyesom Wike said Seyi Makinde’s presidential ambition is “dead on arrival” and denied any PDP-APM alliance.
- Wike described the supposed alliance as a “fraud” and said the Independent National Electoral Commission has no record of it.
- He stated that the PDP is screening its own aspirants and will present its own presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections.
- Wike referenced Bala Mohammed and emphasized that no alliance was discussed within the PDP structure.
- He highlighted the importance of extending infrastructure to satellite towns, following directives from Bola Tinubu.
