President Bola Tinubu mentioned that he received advice against appointing Nyesom Wike to his cabinet, despite Wike’s outstanding performance as the Federal Capital Territory Minister.
Tinubu made these remarks during the commissioning of the Arterial Road N20 in the nation’s capital, which he named Wole Soyinka Way as a tribute to the renowned Nigerian writer.
Tinubu said: “To the Hon. Minister of FCT and his entire team, my presence here is to say thank you very much for giving this government a very successful first-year landing.
“You inspired so many people and the acronym WIW—Wike is Working—is resonating with all of us.
“My heart is full of joy, full of pride because they thought you, Wike, would not perform. I heard that from several quarters. I made my choice. You didn’t let me and the country down. You worked day and night, creatively thinking and doing.
“The reform you recommended was accepted by me. People are benefiting. You are proud to bring them out as permanent secretaries and civil servants. The jobs you are creating during these activities are extremely encouraging. I said in Lagos during the flag off of the coastal road, then it was my bragging time. Today again, I can brag.”
