Wike Describes Opposition’s Call On Trump As ‘National Security Threat’

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has described recent attempts by the opposition party to involve former U.S. President Donald Trump in Nigeria’s political affairs as a “national security threat” that must be condemned by all patriots.

The minister made this known on Wednesday during a courtesy visit by the board of the South-South Development Commission (SSDC) to his office in Abuja.

Wike singled out factional members within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for making what he termed ‘reckless’ allegations against the government and then seeking foreign intervention.

“Look at what someone said yesterday. You have internal crises in your own party, yet you go on national television claiming there’s genocide against Christians.

“Essentially, you are telling the world that this government is committing genocide. And when security agencies invite you to clarify your claims, people shout, ‘They want to kill him!’” he said.

The minister further revealed that some political actors had reached out to U.S. President Donald Trump for intervention.

“This is a national security threat. Some are even calling on Trump to ‘save their democracy.’ How can you call an outsider to save you when you can’t obey a simple court order? You cannot keep your house in order and then blame others for your failures. Impunity cannot continue,” he said.

Wike, while turning to the SSDC board, cautioned them about the dangers of internal conflict, predicting that the commission’s current harmony would be tested once significant funds are released.

“My advice to you: particularly directors and executive directors, if you don’t work with your board, you will fail. Today, you’re united because there’s no project and no money yet. But the moment ₦50 billion drops and someone spends it without approval, fights will start,” he said.

He urged the commission members to focus on their mandate and avoid the pitfalls that have plagued other intervention agencies, emphasising the need for total loyalty to President Bola Tinubu.

“Don’t disappoint Mr President. Make him proud of your work. Whatever criticisms people throw at me, I leave with my head high. They can call me stubborn, that’s fine. The right thing must be done,” he said.

Earlier, the managing director of the SSDC, Ms Usoro Akpabio, praised Wike’s leadership and pledged the commission’s commitment to regional development.

“Your hard work continues to inspire us in pursuing our national collective goals,” Akpabio said.

She assured that the SSDC would strengthen its liaison office in Abuja to enhance collaboration with federal agencies and ensure the South-South region remains at the forefront of policy administration and action plans.