“You’ll Face Consequences of Your Actions” – IPAC Ex-Chair Ameh Warns Wike

In a pointed critique, Chief Peter Ameh, former Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) and Publicity Secretary of the Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP), has condemned Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), over his recent comments about the 2027 elections.

During the inauguration of a car park project in Mabushi, Wike asserted that FCT Senator Ireti Kingibe would not be re-elected in 2027. Ameh was quick to rebuke Wike’s remarks, reminding him that the political dynamics in Abuja differ significantly from those in Rivers State, where Wike previously served as governor.

“I saw Wike flagging off a car park, which is quite elementary governance. Yet, he used the opportunity to belittle a sitting senator of the Federal Republic, drawing applause from the crowd. Government is not about self-promotion,” Ameh stated in a video circulating online.

Ameh criticized Wike’s governance approach, highlighting neglected infrastructure in various FCT areas such as Nyanya, Karu, Karishi, Kubwa, and Gwagwalada. He pointed out that despite receiving substantial funds, including 1.2 trillion naira and an additional 98 billion naira for ongoing projects, accountability remains elusive.

“The Apo-Karshi Road remains incomplete, yet Wike criticizes a senator elected by the people. He boasts that the senator won’t return in 2027, forgetting that past leaders have served without resorting to derogatory remarks against elected representatives,” Ameh remarked.

Ameh further emphasized the distinct nature of the FCT, a cosmopolitan and metropolitan center where people vote based on performance. He noted Wike’s political setbacks in Rivers State, questioning his confidence in winning over the FCT electorate.

“I blame Labour Party leaders for not uniting against Wike’s conduct. They should hold a press conference to address his misuse of public resources and disrespectful language. This behavior is unacceptable in a democracy,” Ameh concluded.