Nyesom Wike, the Federal Capital Territory Minister, has publicly criticized his predecessor, Rotimi Amaechi, for his involvement in the recent “Occupy the National Assembly” protests.
Speaking at the Distinguished Personality Lecture Series, Wike mocked Amaechi’s claim that he brought his son, a medical doctor, to the protest to offer emergency care, highlighting the absence of medical equipment and an ambulance at the site.
Wike accused opposition leaders of hypocrisy, questioning why they did not advocate for reforms like electronic transmission of votes while in power. His comments come in the wake of reports detailing Amaechi’s criticism of the Senate’s rejection of mandatory electronic transmission and his stance that leaders should actively participate in protests.
