FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike has been lambasted by the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in Jigawa State.
The party was reacting to the recent allegation against the former Governor of Jigawa State and one of the founding fathers of the party Sule Lamido by the Northern Youths Movement, NYM.
This follows an alleged sponsored article titled “You were part of the rebellion against PDP in 2014” linked to Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike.
The allegation had sparked outrage among concerned PDP members in Jigawa and the nation, prompting a strong rebuttal.
A statement signed by the leader of the group in Jigawa, Muhammad Mago, condemned the article as a blatant misrepresentation of facts, designed to portray Dr Lamido in a negative light and attributed the alleged smear campaign to Nyesom Wike, accusing him of working to destabilize the PDP.
Muhammad Mago claimed the statement by the so-called and perhaps not existing NYM and its Chairman, “is a malicious attempt to tarnish Dr Sule Lamido’s reputation.”
Wike’s actions, Mago argued, demonstrate a pattern of “Draconian politics” and disloyalty to the PDP, adding that the minister has abandoned the party and is now working with the APC, having accepted a ministerial position.
Mago claimed that Dr Lamido is hailed as a true nationalist and political icon, noting that being a founding member of the PDP he has consistently supported the party’s success.
“His impressive political record includes serving as Minister of Foreign Affairs under President Olusegun Obasanjo and Governor of Jigawa State from 2007 to 2015.”
Mago emphasized that Dr Lamido will not engage with Wike’s alleged provocations, as he remains committed to national interest above personal gains, adding that Dr Lamido’s radical posture has always prioritized national interest, making him a respected leader.
Another baseless claim raised by the NYM statement, according to Mago is that Sule Lamido imposed his son, Mustapha, as the PDP candidate in the last gubernatorial election.
He clarified that Mustapha earned the nomination through his own merit and rigorous campaigning.
The group urged the public to disregard the malicious article and recognize Lamido’s unwavering dedication to the PDP and national progress.
“Dr Lamido’s legacy speaks for itself, marked by his instrumental role in President Obasanjo’s emergence and resolving the political crisis following President Umar Musa ‘Yar’adua’s demise.”
The chapter reaffirmed its support for Lamido, acknowledging his tireless efforts to promote the PDP’s success nationwide.
