Prayers don’t work for me and I don’t believe in pastors – Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, issued a statement on Tuesday addressing his critics, emphasizing his commitment to fulfilling his responsibilities without external influence.

During the inauguration of the rehabilitated Phase 2 Water Treatment Plant at Lower Usuma Dam in Ushafa, Bwari Area Council, Minister Wike underscored that neither prayers nor complaints would dissuade him from executing what he believes to be correct actions.

He recounted an experience from his first day in office, following his appointment by President Bola Tinubu. According to Wike, he received advice to engage pastors for prayers over the ministry due to previous challenges faced by the administration.

He remarked, “Upon my arrival as Minister, I was advised to enlist pastors for prayer sessions due to numerous issues that had arisen in the past. I complied, yet there was no tangible outcome.

“I am committed to performing my duties, and no one can sway my decisions. Regardless of continuous prayers, if the actions are aligned with self-serving agendas and hinder governmental progress, they will not succeed.

“I will act in accordance with what is morally right, regardless of any protests or objections.”