Wike argued that a cohesive, formidable opposition party is currently lacking on the national stage, attributing this fragmentation to internal party struggles and continuous maneuvering for relevance among political actors. Elaborating on his strategic approach to political competition, the Minister maintained that his objective is to keep rival contenders under intense pressure rather than offering comfort or accommodation. He suggested that ongoing political friction and competitive friction are natural components of a high-stakes political environment, asserting that keeping opponents under pressure remains a core element of political strategy. Furthermore, Wike minimized the impact of external criticisms regarding his approach, emphasizing that his primary focus remains on securing strategic political outcomes and maintaining momentum as various factions position themselves for future electoral cycles.

Former Senate President Bukola Saraki is reportedly throwing his support behind President Bola Tinubu’s second-term ambitions, despite serving as a prominent leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) within Kwara State. This political dynamic came to light when Saliu Mustapha, the Senator representing Kwara Central, addressed the issue during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today program.                                                                                                               When questioned about whether his own switch from the All Progressives Congress to the PDP implied an alignment with Saraki, Mustapha acknowledged Saraki’s stature as the state PDP leader but pointed out that the former governor is not pursuing any elective office himself.                                                                                                                                                       According to the Kwara lawmaker, Saraki is backing the broader political framework known as the Rainbow Coalition, which is aligned with bolstering President Tinubu’s re-election prospects. Mustapha drew a parallel between Saraki’s current political positioning and that of other prominent figures within the opposition landscape who maintain complex alignments regarding the federal administration. Furthermore, Mustapha emphasized that his own transition into the PDP should not be misconstrued as an automatic posture of hostility toward the sitting presidency, underscoring the fluid and strategic nature of political alliances as various stakeholders position themselves ahead of future political engagements.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶