Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), says that political parties can only be seen as a real opposition if they win elections, not by making loud claims or forming sudden alliances.
It was said that he spoke on Friday when he went to the national headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party in Abuja. There, he also promised to be loyal to the party’s new National Working Committee.
Wike said that smaller parties can’t be the opposition unless they win elections, and that the only way to show strength and importance in Nigeria’s political space is to do well at the polls.
He said he came to show support for the new leaders and to let them know that he is committed to helping the party get back on track after its problems. He said that the PDP had been through a rough patch, but that things are getting better. He also said that it would take more work and sacrifice to rebuild the party.
The former governor of Rivers State told the leaders to work on bringing people back together, especially by reaching out to those who had left the party. He says that many of the people who left are still interested in coming back, often because of political opportunities like party tickets.
Wike also warned against distractions, like ongoing court cases. He was sure that the party would get through its legal problems and come out stronger if it stayed united and focused.
He said, “You can’t be an opposition party unless you win an election.” Those who say they are leading the opposition have never won an election.
“I came here to let you know that I support you. I am here to promise my loyalty to the National Working Committee.
“Yes, we are in a crisis, but we are almost out of it.” To move the party forward, people will have to work hard and make sacrifices.
