The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has strongly criticized a statement made by former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, regarding corruption.
Wike was responding to Amaechi's assertion that he could eradicate corruption in Nigeria within one month if he were president. The FCT Minister described this claim as "rubbish" and unworthy of serious consideration.
Speaking on Tuesday, Wike challenged Amaechi's credibility on the issue, pointing to his record as governor of Rivers State. He specifically accused Amaechi of undermining the rule of law by allegedly shutting down the Rivers State High Court for almost two years, an action Wike stated paralyzed the judicial arm of government in the state.
Wike questioned how an individual with such a history could credibly promise to end corruption, stating that Nigerians should not be quick to forget past actions. He argued that preventing a co-equal branch of government from functioning was a profoundly corrupt act in itself.
The minister's comments have added to ongoing political discussions concerning governance and accountability in the country.
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