Ireti Kingibe Demands Apology from Wike Over Threats and Disrespect

Ireti Kingibe Demands Apology from Wike Over Threats and Disrespect Senator Ireti Kingibe, representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has called for an apology from Nyesom Wike, the FCT Minister, following Wike’s recent remarks threatening to unseat her in the 2027 elections. The longstanding friction between the two politicians has escalated with Wike’s public criticism of Kingibe’s performance and alleged personal attacks.

Since both Kingibe and Wike assumed their respective offices, their relationship has been fraught with tension. Wike, during a recent event, questioned Kingibe’s achievements and suggested that she had failed her constituents. In response, Kingibe expressed her displeasure, emphasizing that Wike’s comments were disrespectful and unbefitting of their professional interactions.

In a statement on Channels Television’s Political Paradigm, Kingibe pointed out the lack of courtesy in Wike’s remarks, stating, “He doesn’t seem to understand the decorum expected in governance. I am willing to work with him, but only after he issues an apology for his inappropriate comments, including his remark about hanging on a transformer.”

The conflict reached a peak on July 1 when Wike threatened that Kingibe would not be re-elected in 2027, criticizing her legislative record and accusing her of failing to support improvements in education and health sectors. This threat, coupled with allegations of Wike’s refusal to engage with Kingibe on critical issues affecting the FCT, has intensified the discord between the two leaders. Kingibe, a member of the Labour Party, defeated Wike’s ally Philip Aduda in the 2023 elections, further straining their relationship.