By Peace Udugba -The daily torch media
A prominent cleric, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has cautioned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu against appointing the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to head his campaign team ahead of future elections.
Ayodele warned that such a move could trigger internal friction within the political structure and potentially undermine the success of the campaign.
While acknowledging Wike’s considerable political influence and strategic importance, the cleric advised that the minister should instead focus on his current responsibilities.
He stressed that the careful allocation of roles among key political stakeholders is crucial to maintaining unity and ensuring the campaign machinery functions effectively.
The cleric further cautioned against concentrating too much power in the hands of a single individual, noting that such an approach could destabilize the team and weaken support from critical factions within the political space.
Ayodele also urged the president to pay close attention to regional political dynamics, particularly in states like Rivers State, Kano State, and Kaduna State. He warned that mismanaging alliances or underestimating the complexities of local politics in these regions could jeopardize efforts to secure broad-based support.
Beyond regional considerations, the cleric emphasized the need for a balanced and inclusive campaign strategy that avoids granting any one individual disproportionate influence, thereby preserving cohesion within the political camp.
