Suleiman Abubakar, the speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, has condemned the recent statement by Nyesom Wike, minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Wike had threatened to incite a political crisis in states where their governors were interfering in Rivers State’s political crisis.
Abubakar in a statement described the minister’s remarks as ‘reckless’ and ‘unbecoming’ of a leader, emphasising that such rhetoric endangers not only the unity of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) but also the stability of the entire nation.
The former chairman of the Conference of Speakers called on the leadership of the party and the national security agencies to take immediate action to address ‘Wike’s excesses’.
“The PDP was founded on the principles of democracy, mutual respect, and the rule of law. It is not the personal fiefdom of any individual, regardless of their past accomplishments or current position.
“Mr. Wike’s attempt to use his influence as a tool of intimidation against other states within the federation is a gross misuse of power and a direct violation of the values upon which our party stands.
“As the Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, I cannot remain silent in the face of such threats. Mr. Wike’s audacious warning that Bauchi State could face political turmoil simply because we stand for what is right is unacceptable.
“Moreover, Mr Wike’s continued public outburst do a disservice to the PDP and betray the trust that the people of Rivers state and the broadened Nigerian populace have placed in him. It is the responsibility of the National Security Adviser and the media to ensure that individuals who make such inflammatory statements are held accountable. We cannot allow a situation where one man’s ego and thirst for power jeopardize the peace and unity of our nation,” he stated.
Abubakar added that Bauchi like any other state will not be intimidated by Wike’s threats of political turmoil while reaffirming the state’s commitment to upholding justice, peace and the rule of law even as he insisted that any attempt to disrupt the peace of Bauchi State will be met with the full force of the law.
