In a scathing Facebook post, veteran journalist Dele Momodu questions the motives and actions of Nyesom Wike, the Federal Capital Territory Minister, under Nigeria’s current administration. Momodu challenges Wike’s frequent references to the Nigerian Constitution, asking which version he is citing. He suggests Wike’s relentless battles—against elders, political allies, and opponents—stem from a lack of inner peace, despite the immense power he wields in President Tinubu’s government.
Momodu reflects on Wike’s political journey, noting that the Nigerian state and the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) have significantly shaped his career. Yet, Wike’s aggressive demeanor and insults toward senior figures betray a restlessness that wealth and influence cannot quell. “PEACE is not a commodity you can buy in the marketplace,” Momodu writes, lamenting Wike’s apparent discontent.
The post also critiques Wike’s influence over PDP dynamics, highlighting his role in the party’s internal struggles. Momodu points to the 2023 elections, where three governors aligned with Wike lost their senatorial bids, and questions the loyalty of those who follow him “like robots.” He accuses Wike of dictating PDP’s strategies, including zoning its 2027 presidential candidate to the South to avoid a Northern contender, possibly to serve his own interests. Momodu warns that Wike’s push for PDP to align with the All Progressives Congress (APC) for a single candidate in 2027 reeks of self-interest, with little resistance from party members.
In a final plea, Momodu calls for courageous leaders to resist being manipulated by Wike’s “transient power,” urging Nigerians to seek contentment and reject divisive politics. His post is a sobering reminder that true joy comes not from power or wealth, but from inner peace and principled leadership.
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