Inside The Political Drama: Atiku Vs. Wike – A Story Of Ambition And Betrayal

Minister Nyesom Wike Declares War on Atiku’s Presidential Ambitions

Hey there, folks. Let’s dive into the political drama that’s been unfolding in Nigeria. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has made it crystal clear—he’s not letting Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), achieve his presidential dreams. That’s right, folks, this isn’t just a political rivalry; it’s a full-blown war of ambition and betrayal.

Atiku Speaks Out on His Decision

According to Naija News, Atiku addressed the elephant in the room during an interview on the television show, "Untold Stories with Adesuwa Giwa-Osagie." He didn’t shy away from discussing the leadership crisis that erupted within the PDP after he decided not to pick Wike as his running mate for the 2023 election. Atiku’s stance? No regrets. Not even a little bit.

Now, many political analysts and observers out there speculated that ignoring Wike, who had already led a rebellion within the PDP alongside five other governors, played a significant role in Atiku’s electoral loss. Wike himself didn’t mince words, proudly claiming that he worked tirelessly against Atiku, delivering Rivers State to President Bola Tinubu. Talk about turning the tables, right?

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Atiku’s Firm Stance: “No Regrets”

When asked directly if he regretted not choosing Wike, Atiku’s response was as firm as they come: “No, not at all.” He went on to explain that his decision was deeply rooted in the process followed within the party. Remember the backlash he faced in 2019 for allegedly not consulting widely enough when he selected Peter Obi as his running mate? Well, Atiku clearly didn’t want to repeat those mistakes.

Wike’s Counterattack: No Regrets, Only Resolve

Reacting through his media aide, Lere Olayinka, Wike wasn’t holding back either. He stated that he has absolutely no regrets about Atiku’s refusal to pick him as a running mate during the buildup to the 2023 presidential election. In fact, he admitted to playing a pivotal role in Atiku’s defeat and vowed to ensure that Atiku doesn’t succeed in future elections. This is personal, folks, and it’s getting real.

In a post on 𝕏, Lere wrote, “Two years after making the @OfficialPDPNig lose a presidential election it could have won, @atiku is giving reasons he did not pick @GovWike as his running mate and that he has no regrets.” He then added, “Someone should tell our serial presidential election contester that Wike also has no regret for ensuring that he failed in the election and will make sure that he fails again and again.”

This back-and-forth between Atiku and Wike isn’t just about political strategy; it’s a battle of egos, principles, and ambitions. As the political landscape in Nigeria continues to evolve, one thing is certain—this rivalry isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.