Sowore Replies Minister Wike: "Criminals Like You Don't Deserve Leadership; You Should Be At ICC In The Hague"
Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has fired back at Nigeria’s Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, over recent political statements credited to him.
Sowore, in a strong-worded response, accused Wike of being unfit for leadership, stressing that individuals like him should not be entrusted with positions of authority but rather face trial at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague for alleged abuses of power and corruption.
The activist noted that Nigeria’s governance crisis has been worsened by leaders who, according to him, thrive on impunity and criminality. He stated that Wike’s political style represents everything wrong with the Nigerian system, where individuals with questionable pasts are rewarded with higher offices instead of being held accountable.
“Criminals like you don’t deserve leadership; you should be at The Hague answering for your crimes, not presiding over Abuja as a minister,” Sowore declared.
This heated exchange adds to the ongoing tension between opposition figures and government officials as political rivalries deepen across the country.
Background
Nyesom Wike, the immediate past governor of Rivers State and now FCT Minister, has been in the spotlight since joining President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet. His tenure as governor was marked by both praise and criticism, with allegations of high-handedness, corruption, and abuse of state resources leveled against him by opponents. Sowore has long been one of his fiercest critics.
Observers believe this war of words will further heat up Nigeria’s already charged political atmosphere as calls for accountability and justice grow louder.
Key Takeaway
Sowore’s remarks reflect the deepening distrust between political actors and activists in Nigeria, underscoring the urgent need for stronger institutions, accountability, and transparency in governance.