Wike Blasts Sule Lamido: Since 2015, What Has PDP Achieved in Jigawa Under You?

 Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has pushed back against sharp criticism from former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido following the closure of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) national secretariat, Wadata Plaza, over unpaid ground rent as reported by Vanguard News

Lamido described the move as a “death knell” for the PDP and called for Wike’s expulsion from the party, accusing him of undermining party unity. However, Wike, through his spokesperson Lere Olayinka, has firmly dismissed the former governor’s remarks, asserting that the closure was a legal decision based purely on non-compliance with statutory obligations.

Speaking to the media, Olayinka emphasized that Wike’s decision to seal off the party’s headquarters was not politically motivated but part of his constitutional duty to enforce land and tenancy laws in the FCT. “Wike is committed to upholding the rule of law, not playing politics with governance,” Olayinka noted.

Olayinka further criticized Lamido’s relevance within the party, pointing out that since leaving office in 2015, Lamido has contributed little to the PDP’s fortunes in Jigawa State. “What has PDP produced in Jigawa since Lamido left? Apart from him and his children, the party has struggled to remain visible,” he added.

Reinforcing Wike’s stance on lawful governance, Olayinka stated that the FCT Minister would not tolerate impunity. “Wike is not part of any society of lawlessness. In Abuja, everyone must comply with the law, including political parties,” he said.

The closure of Wadata Plaza has stirred debate within PDP circles, exposing internal tensions between party stalwarts and highlighting ongoing struggles over discipline and administrative accountability.

As discussions unfold, the incident underscores the broader challenges the PDP faces in maintaining unity while navigating internal dissent and institutional responsibility.