Arewa Group Kicks Against ‘Lopsided Appointments’ In FCT, Accuses Wike Of Flouting Principles Of Federal Character

By Ayodele Oni

The Reformed Arewa Youth Coalition (RAYC) has challenged  the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, over what it called ‘lopsided appointments’

The Northern group accused the former Rivers State Governor of flouting the principle of federal character in his appointments and running the FCT like personal empire

At a press conference held in Abuja over the weekend, RAYC alleged that Wike has been appointing only his kinsmen and allies, turning the FCT into what they described as his personal fiefdom.

Attahiru Musa, the President of RAYC, expressed deep concern over what he described as the minister’s ‘lopsided’ appointments, stating, “Wike has displayed a despicable trend evident in his choice of appointments.

“He has turned the FCT into an extension of Rivers state, deliberately ignoring the federal character principle.”

Musa emphasized that the FCT, as the Center of Unity, should prioritize inclusivity above all else.

He warned that Wike’s actions risked polarizing the territory along ethnic and religious lines, and potentially jeopardizing the fragile peace in the area.

Highlighting the discrepancy between Wike’s actions and the mandate of his office, Musa declared, “He cannot administer the Federal Capital Territory the way he administered Rivers State.

“He must be prepared to act honourably or be forced to equally resign his appointment honourably.”

The RAYC leader called on the FCT Minister to immediately halt what he termed as “ethnic pursuits” in his ministry and urged him to adhere to the principles of federal character in future appointments.

He vowed to continue monitoring the situation closely and to speak out against any further actions perceive as detrimental to the unity and stability of the Federal Capital Territory.