The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has clarified that he is not the spokesperson for President Bola Tinubu’s administration, insisting that his duty is solely to inform the public about activities within the FCT.
Speaking during his monthly media chat on Friday, Wike dismissed claims by activist-politician Omoyele Sowore that the Presidency had barred him from holding the session.
“Of course, I am not speaking for the government,” Wike stated. “I am letting the world know what we are doing under the Tinubu administration. As the Minister of the FCT, I owe it a duty to inform the public about developments, ongoing projects, and our
future plans. That is my responsibility.”The minister also debunked rumours that he had fallen ill and was flown abroad for medical treatment, describing the reports as false and mischievous.
“We are all human beings — anyone can fall sick — but I never did, let alone being flown abroad,” he clarified. “It’s the same junk news they circulate. Sahara Reporters keeps publishing baseless stories. How can the president ban me from briefing the public on the progress within the FCT? It doesn’t make sense.”
Wike urged Nigerians to disregard such misinformation, stressing that his focus remains on delivering results and keeping residents informed about the administration’s developmental efforts in the nation’s capital.
