Wike promises N10m to councillors who deliver wards in 2027
The FCT minister announced cash rewards for local leaders who secure victories for the ruling party.
Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike pledged N10m to every councillor who successfully delivers their political ward during the 2027 general elections. The announcement was made at a Rainbow Coalition stakeholders gathering held in the Kwali Area Council, according to Channels Television. Wike urged the local representatives to mobilise community associations and youth groups to ensure victory for President Bola Tinubu and other All Progressives Congress candidates.
Channels TV reported the minister's exact remarks during the meeting. “Any councillor that delivers his ward will get N10 million reward. Therefore, go and meet your leaders, go and meet your youth groups, go and consult with associations. Let”s deliver our ward to Mr President,” Wike stated.
In addition, the minister endorsed Senator Philip Aduda for the FCT Senate seat alongside Danladi Chiya for the Abuja South Federal Constituency. He expressed confidence in the political loyalty of Kwali, Gwagwalada, and Abaji areas for the ruling party.
Wike also addressed political opponents, accusing them of hypocrisy regarding judicial outcomes. He criticised critics who praise judges when legal verdicts favour them but accuse the presidency of interference following unfavorable rulings.
Addressing critics of his administration, the minister defended the distribution of luxury vehicles to senior traditional chiefs. He argued that community monarchs deserve proper dignity and transport rather than public criticism over official cars.
Furthermore, Wike highlighted infrastructure achievements across satellite towns, noting that over 270 kilometres of roads are under construction. He stated that the ongoing projects in Kwali and other districts span 95 kilometres and are scheduled for commissioning in December.
SOURCE: Punch
