The Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, Rt.Hon Suleiman Abubakar has expressed deep concern over Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, recent statement where he threatened to incite political crisis in states whose he believes are interfering in Rivers State politics.
Rt. Hon. Abubakar, the immediate past chairman of the Conference of Nigeria Speakers Forum in a statement made available to newsmen described Wike’s remarks as ‘reckless’ and ‘unbecoming of a leader’s emphasizing that such rhetoric endanger not only the unity of the People’s Democratic Party but also the stability of the entire nation.
He also called on the PDP leadership and the National security agencies to take immediate action to address ‘Wike’s excesses’ .
“The PDP was founded on the principles of democracy, mutual respect, and the rule of law. It is not the personal fiefdom of any individual, regardless of their past accomplishments or current position.
“Mr. Wike’s attempt to use his influence as a tool of intimidation against other states within the federation is a gross misuse of power and a direct violation of the values upon which our party stands.
“As the Speaker of the Bauchi State House of Assembly, I cannot remain silent in the face of such threats. Mr. Wike’s audacious warning that Bauchi State could face political turmoil simply because we stand for what is right is unacceptable.
“More over, Mr Wike’s continues public outburst do a disservice to the PDP and betray the trust that the people of Rivers state and the broadens Nigerian populace have placed on him . It is the responsibility of the National Security Adviser and the media to ensure that individuals who make such inflammatory statements are held accountable. We cannot allow a situation where one man’s ego and thirst for power jeopardize the peace and unity of our nation.
He added that Bauchi like any other states will not be intimidated with Wike’s threats of political turmoil with and reaffirmed the state commitment to upholding justice, peace and rule of law insisting that any attempt to disrupt the peace of Bauchi will be met with the full force of the law.
