The Peoples Democratic Party has dismissed growing speculation over a possible permanent defection of Nyesom Wike to the ruling All Progressives Congress, insisting that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory remains one of its strongest political figures.
The opposition party said Wike’s role in the current APC-led Federal Government does not change his political identity or weaken his ties to the PDP.
Politics Nigeria reports that the clarification came on Wednesday after recent comments by APC National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, who openly praised Wike’s leadership and performance during the commissioning of a project in Abuja.
Reacting to the remarks, the PDP said the commendation from the ruling party only confirms the quality of leaders the opposition has produced over the years.
PDP National Publicity Secretary, Jungudo Mohammed, said the party has no intention of allowing Wike leave permanently, regardless of political pressure or offers from the APC.
The statement read, “The Peoples Democratic Party
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