Wike Questions Bode George’s Abuja Mansion, Defends FCT Contract Policy

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Tuesday took a swipe at Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Chief Bode George, challenging him to explain the ownership of his Maitama residence while responding to criticisms of corruption and his style of governance. Wike made the remarks during his monthly media chat in Abuja, where he also defended his administration’s approach to infrastructure development and contract awards in the nation’s capital. The former Rivers State governor alleged that the Abuja property occupied by the Lagos-based PDP leader was linked to funds from Rivers State, insisting that those who accuse others of corruption should also be wi...