Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has ruled out former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s chances of securing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ticket for the 2027 general elections, asserting that it is highly unlikely.
The former governor of Rivers State, who lost to Atiku in the 2022 PDP primary election, remarked that Atiku has frequently articulated his vision to the Nigerian people, only to be met with consistent rejection.
In response to Atiku’s recent criticism of Bola Tinubu’s administration during a live media session on Wednesday evening in Abuja, Wike emphasized that Nigerians have repeatedly dismissed both Atiku and his blueprint.
Wike remarked, “Didn’t he (Atiku) present his blueprint to Nigerians? And did they choose him? Now he’s seeking another chance, but that opportunity won’t come. In which party? How can we rely on the same person for so many years?”
Referring to the American political landscape, Wike added, “Look at America—many opposed Trump, citing his controversial views, yet Americans made their decision based on what they believed was best for their country.”
He concluded, “In 2023, Nigerians listened to Atiku’s proposals and decided it wasn’t the right fit. Criticisms alone don’t signify that the opposition is truly resonating with the people.”
