Wike in Oyo, asks Nigerians to trust Tinubu’s economic policies

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has urged Nigerians to remain patient and trust the economic policies of President Bola Tinubu’s led Federal Government.

Although, Wike acknowledges the hardships Nigerians are facing, he maintains that the ongoing economic policies of the present administration will yield positive results in due time.

Wike, who led members of the (Group 5) G-5 former governors and other political associates on a condolence visit to Governor Seyi Makinde, following the death of his brother, noted that “while the current reforms may be challenging, they are necessary steps toward long-term growth and stability.”

Emphasising that President Tinubu has the nation’s best interests at heart, Wike urged Nigerians not to panic,, saying, “I have always said that people should be patient. This Country was something else a few years ago. Nigerians always forget where we were and what efforts we have put in place.”

He added, “We have to give time. It’s not like a miracle thing. The policies Mr. President is putting in place are policies that, Yes, will have some effects, people will feel it, but we will achieve what we want to achieve—that is the current situation. For me, nobody should panic because Mr. President means well for the Country.”

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Wike, alongside former governors and key political allies, expressed deep sympathies to Governor Makinde and his family and emphasized the importance of unity and support in difficult times.

Wike was accompanied by former Governors Okezie Ikpeazu and Samuel Ortom as well as Sandy Onor, Philip Aduda, Olaka Nwogu and Mao Ohuabunwa, Chibudom Nwuche, all Senators of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and others.

He however commended Makinde for his leadership and resilience and urged him to stay strong despite the personal loss.

“We are here to stand by our brother, Governor Makinde, in this trying time. Losing a loved one is never easy, and we want to assure him that he is not alone”, Wike said.

Bode George, a Chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and former BoT Chairman, had earlier led a delegation of party leaders including former governor of Osun state, Olagunsoye Oyinlola to Governor Makinde to commiserate with him over his brother’s death.

Governor Makinde in his separate brief remarks, expressed gratitude to Wike and other visitors for their show of support, acknowledging their solidarity during his time of grief.