Abuja, March 3, 2026 – The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared that Senator Ireti Kingibe will not return to the Senate, signaling an intensifying political contest ahead of the next electoral cycle.
Wike made the remark during a recent political engagement, where he expressed confidence that the current representation of the Federal Capital Territory in the National Assembly would change in the forthcoming elections.
Senator Ireti Kingibe currently represents the FCT in the Senate. While details surrounding Wike’s strategy were not disclosed, his comments are widely viewed as a strong indication of mounting political realignments within the territory.
Political observers say the statement underscores growing tensions and shifting alliances within the FCT’s political landscape, particularly as preparations for future elections begin to gather momentum.
