Wike: ‘I’m Not Prepared to Join APC, I’ll Remain in PDP, Fight Battles

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has firmly stated his commitment to remaining within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), despite facing significant opposition both within his home state of Rivers and at the national level.

During a media briefing on Wednesday to mark his first year in office, Wike made it clear that he has no intention of defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Instead, he vowed to stay in the PDP and fight against any injustices within the party to protect the rights of its members.

“I will not leave PDP even when the fight at home [Rivers State] and at the national level gets tougher. I will fight to the last. I am not prepared to join the APC. I have said it and I want to repeat it again,” Wike asserted.

He emphasized his dedication to his current role as FCT Minister, a position he was appointed to by President Bola Tinubu.

“The work I am doing here was handed over to me by the president. And I am focused on achieving the task before me,” he stated.

Wike, who has been a prominent figure in the PDP, expressed his dissatisfaction with how the party has been treating its members, particularly those who have contributed significantly to its success.

“I will not fold my arms and allow the party I have suffered for over the years to continuously do injustice to members. I will not accept that,” Wike declared.

The minister’s remarks come amid ongoing tensions within the PDP, particularly with former presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar and Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara.

Despite these challenges, Wike remains resolute in his decision to stay within the party and continue his efforts to address the issues he perceives within its ranks.