Former Buhari Aide Under Fire After ‘Exposing’ Wike

In a tweet directed at the current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, Ahmad Bashir, who served as social media aide to former President Muhammadu Buhari, voiced concerns about the lack of adequate street lighting in various prominent districts of Abuja.

Bashir pointed out that areas like Wuse, Maitama, Asokoro, Garki, and the Central Business District are notably dark and potentially dangerous at night, urging immediate action to address the issue.

See his post below;

The post, however, sparked a heated discussion among netizens, with many taking issue with the timing of the post by Bashir Ahmad directed at Wike.

A significant portion of the online community accused him of hypocrisy, questioning why he had not raised the matter during the eight-year tenure of his former boss, President Buhari.

Critics argued that highlighting the problem now seemed politically motivated, raising doubts about the sincerity of the concern.

Read some netizens reactions to the post by Bashir Ahmad on Wike below;

Haadijimoh: Bashir, you are becoming a noise and it will be better you thread carefully.

You left Aso Rock 7 months ago, where you were so silent on areas where the government could not maintain control. I’m quite certain that the immediate past minister for FCT served for 8 years without you making comments like thisAre you suggesting that this darkness only surfaced within this short period of timeIf former aides to the president were to be vocal and become sudden activist, it shouldn’t be you, who only prioritizes your functions into Arewa, Islam, and Real Madrid.

Royaltyuso: While your point is valid, Abuja is just as dark as it has been under the eight years of Buhari. Who shut your mouth from giving the same advice between 2015 to 2023?

@AyodejiGatsby: Wawu!!! You didn’t notice this throughout the 8 years that you worked in the Villa while we had the most useless FCT minister in the history of this country? Wow!!!

@Rralqueenbee: AN ADVICE FOR YOUIf you know the way you’ve been quiet throughout Buhari’s disastrous 8 years, better remain that way.Else…

In the midst of the online discourse, Wike, who currently serves as the FCT Minister under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, finds himself under increased scrutiny. The public, eager for a resolution to the long-standing issue of insufficient street lighting, now looks to Wike for tangible and timely action to enhance safety in these dimly lit areas of the nation’s capital

Meanwhile, in response to some of the critics of his post, Bashir replied to one Twitter User Realpilsheik comment who wrote;

“Bashir, this darkness in Abuja didn’t just start and I am sure you know. The administration you served left it unattended. I don’t know if you have ever spoken to the then FCT minister.”

In response , Bashir wrote;

I believe it’s improper to disclose our private discussions with former government officials. God is my witness, I offered my best then, and I will equally do my best now.

See conversations below;

The conversation on social media reflects a mix of genuine public concern about the safety of citizens in poorly illuminated districts and a healthy dose of skepticism regarding the motivations behind Bashir’s tweet. As the discussion unfolds, it remains to be seen how the FCT Minister will respond to the call for immediate action and whether tangible improvements in street lighting will be implemented in the near future.

Send Us A Press Statement Advertise With Us Contact Us

 And For More Nigerian News Visit GWG.NG