Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has launched a verbal attack on former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi over his repeated party defections, accusing him of lacking political commitment. Speaking during his monthly media briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, Wike traced Obi’s political journey, criticizing his inability to strengthen any party he joined. According to Wike, Obi’s actions reveal a pattern of self-interest rather than principle.
Wike said Obi joined APGA but failed to build it, then moved to the PDP where he complained about domination before leaving for Labour. At Labour, Wike argued, Obi could not resolve internal crises and left again. Most recently, Obi defected to the NDC, which Wike described as evidence of inconsistency. The minister claimed Obi is only interested in where he can benefit, using the phrase ‘he moves where food is ready’ and referencing ‘Mama put’ to suggest Obi seeks easy opportunities.
Wike also pointed out contradictions in Obi’s stance regarding the Supreme Court ruling on the ADC leadership crisis. He noted that Obi initially praised the court for saving the country, but later an Obidient supporter claimed there was a trap. Wike questioned how one can praise the court and then allege a trap. The minister concluded that such behavior undermines leadership and party development.