₦airaland Forum

Learning Without Character Is Equal To Zero

The attention of Atiku Media Office has been drawn to yet another emotional outburst disguised as a press statement from the camp of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Chief Nyesom Wike, issued by his aide, Lere Olayinka.

While we understand that bitterness often finds expression in misplaced aggression, we must remind Mr. Wike and his team that a bitter heart isn’t capable of charity, nor does it inspire unity, healing, or truth.

Once again, facts have been twisted in a desperate attempt to rewrite history. Mr. Wike, through his spokesperson, claims that he had 13 votes from a committee set up to recommend a vice presidential running mate, while Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa had only two. Let us be clear: there are no laid down rules or laws on the selection process of a running mate. Committees, consultations, and recommendations are advisory in nature. The final decision rests solely and exclusively with the presidential candidate, in this case, Atiku Abubakar. It is a constitutional and strategic choice, not a popularity contest.

Assuming, but not conceding that Wike had 13 votes and Okowa had 2 — just like universities confer degrees “in learning and in character” — one must ask: what is the worth of votes if character scores a zero? Leadership is not only about numbers; it is about temperament, dignity, and the ability to unify. A man may boast of numbers, but if his conduct lacks grace and humility, those numbers are empty.

We make no apologies for choosing Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa as the running mate in 2023. That decision was based on a combination of intellect, composure, and statesmanship. 

We have been vindicated by Mr. Wike’s public conduct in Rivers state where he once served as governor and in Abuja since becoming FCT Minister, which has made it abundantly clear why he was unsuitable for the role of Vice President in a ticket meant to unify, not divide.

We urge Mr. Wike and his social media spokesperson to resist the temptation to sermonize about religious piety during Ramadan and Lent, too, while simultaneously fanning the flames of discord. Let us not reduce sacred periods to a tool for petty political jabs.

The task of rebuilding our party and our nation is a serious one. It is time to move beyond bruised egos and focus on what truly matters: the future of Nigeria and the wellbeing of its people! 

Signed:
Atiku Media Office 
Abuja
March 29, 2025.

helinues:
Wike is the current best FCT minister

Character of development

ddippset:
That VP matter really pain Wike no be small..

We know that's what his grouse with PDP is all about till today...

The reject from Atiku..

Which reasonable person would take a Nyesom Wike as running mate afterall?


When he was rejected he started running around telling the world he was fighting for Southern presidency!!!

helinues:
Wike is the current best FCT minister

Character of development

OLADD:
Idiot. When were you born and what do you know about the trajectory of developments in FCT? Tokenism has reduced your ability to think rationally.

helinues:
Comment maturely

EmperorIsaac:
And the perpetual running without reaching destination pain Atiku no be small....

ddippset:
You don't get the point or you are deliberately misfiring.

The duel is between Atiku and Wike..

Atiku rejected Wike as VP and thrashed him twice at the Presidential primaries..


Tell us what Wike has won over Atiku..



It's a duel.

ddippset:
And what is so special about being the best FCT minister?

We can only count about 5 previous FCT ministers right?

So being the best out of 5?

Making it sound like he's top out of 100,, lol.

Besides many people still believe Nasir El Rufai did much better without carrying cameras all around and doing a million press conferences..

😁

Oracleee:
El-rufai is the architect of new FCT. Wike is just a loud camera carrying, picture taking show-off. He can spend 100m on a project and use 200m to publicise he did the project.

EmperorIsaac:
Wike frustrated and is still frustrating the Alhaji's inordinate ambition and perpetual running!

ddippset:
And what is so special about being the best FCT minister?

We can only count about 5 previous FCT ministers right?

So being the best out of 5?

Making it sound like he's top out of 100,, lol.

Besides many people still believe Nasir El Rufai did much better without carrying cameras all around and doing a million press conferences..

😁

EmperorIsaac:
And the perpetual running without reaching destination pain Atiku no be small....

helinues:
Wike is the current best FCT minister

Character of development