27 Lawamkers: Nyesom Wike, “You may have lost something, yes, it is a sacrifice you must make”

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has praised the selfless actions of 27 Rivers State lawmakers while offering a more comprehensive assessment of Nigeria’s leadership culture in an open speech that touched on political honesty and leadership ethics. Wike acknowledged the personal price of leading with principles in an interview with TVC TV, saying, “Yes, you may have lost something. He set the tone for his evaluation of Nigeria’s leadership issues by telling the MPs, “It’s a sacrifice you must make.”CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>

The minister then delivered a pointed critique of the country’s leadership paradigm: “The problem we have in this country today, or has been, is leadership. People don’t want to be firm and strong. Look, this is what I believe in.”

Addressing allegations about the lawmakers’ motivations, Wike defended their integrity: “All of you here, they say you will come and ask for contracts. Have you gone to ask for contracts?” He then emphasized their equal standing with their critics, stating firmly: “Are they better than you? No, they’re not, and they will never be.”

This public endorsement of the lawmakers’ ethical stance comes amid ongoing political tensions in Rivers State, with observers noting that it represents a significant commentary on both local and national leadership dynamics.

The minister’s comments have sparked renewed discussion about the nature of political leadership in Nigeria, particularly regarding the balance between personal sacrifice and public service.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>