In a scathing rebuke, former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Timi Frank, has urged the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike, to desist from insulting elder statesmen if he hopes to earn similar reverence in the future.
Frank, who made this statement in Abuja, described Wike’s recent verbal attacks on prominent figures—including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, former Rivers Governor Dr. Peter Odili, and Labour Party’s presidential candidate Mr. Peter Obi, as an affront to decency and decorum.
“Wike needs thorough soul-searching and a mental re-examination,” Frank asserted. “No sane individual treats elders with such brazen disrespect unless influenced by intoxicants or harmful substances.”
Frank accused Wike of acting out of character and advised him to seek medical evaluation to determine whether his behaviour is deliberate or symptomatic of deeper issues.
“We know Wike desires to live long and attain elder statesman status, but his present disdain and lack of respect for older leaders could come back to haunt him,” Frank warned.
Frank also urged Wike to refrain from interfering in the governance of Rivers State, stressing that his inability to move on since leaving office has hindered the state’s development.
“Governor Fubara deserves a chance to lead without Wike’s suffocating presence,” he said.
In a sharp personal critique, Frank advised the FCT Minister to address his public speaking habits by engaging a speech therapist.
“Wike needs to stop being garrulous and loquacious, or risk turning his verbal tirades toward President Tinubu when his political fortunes shift,” Frank added.
Frank, who is the United Liberation Movement for West Papua (ULMWP) Ambassador to East Africa and the Middle East, further cautioned Wike against ridiculing past benefactors such as Peter Odili, former President Goodluck Jonathan, and Rotimi Amaechi, whose support had helped him ascend politically.
The statement concluded with Frank urging Wike to adopt sobriety and introspection as a pathway to redemption, emphasizing that leadership demands grace, humility, and respect for elders.

In a sweeping move to reinforce its zero-tolerance stance on corruption, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has dismissed 27 officers for fraud and misconduct.
The EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, revealed on Monday in Abuja that the officers’ termination followed recommendations by the staff disciplinary committee, which were ratified by the Executive Chairman, Mr. Ola Olukoyede.
Olukoyede reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to integrity and accountability, emphasizing that no officer is above the law.
“Every allegation against any EFCC staff will be thoroughly investigated,” he stated, referencing an ongoing probe into a $400,000 claim involving an unidentified staff member and a sectional head.
The EFCC also sounded the alarm over rising cases of impersonators exploiting the commission’s name to extort money. Oyewale disclosed that two suspects, Ojobo Joshua and Aliyu Hashim, were recently arraigned before the Federal Capital Territory High Court for allegedly demanding $1 million from a former Nigerian Ports Authority chief under false pretenses.
While assuring the public of its vigilance, Olukoyede warned fraudsters that the EFCC’s anti-graft reforms would not spare insiders or external perpetrators.
This bold action signalled a renewed effort to clean up Nigeria’s foremost anti-corruption agency and restore public confidence in its operations.

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North, has commended the administration for rejecting economic prescriptions from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank, advocating instead for homegrown solutions to Nigeria’s economic challenges.
Speaking at an event hosted by Chief Sunday Ugwu in Arochukwu Local Government Area, Kalu argued that Nigeria’s economic transformation requires locally-driven reforms rather than foreign templates. Highlighting progress under Tinubu’s leadership, the Senator pointed to the rehabilitation of the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries, exchange rate unification, and petrol subsidy removal as key steps toward sustainable growth.
Kalu emphasized that Tinubu’s willingness to take tough, unpopular decisions, such as ending fuel subsidies and liberalizing the foreign exchange market, has already begun to bear fruit.
“The Warri Refinery, which had been dormant for over 20 years, is now operational,” Kalu noted. “We are witnessing a gradual reduction in fuel prices, and as the market stabilizes, prices of other goods and services will follow suit.”
He stressed that such reforms require patience, urging Nigerians to remain optimistic as the long-term effects will outweigh short-term hardships.
Senator Kalu drew comparisons with Asian Tiger economies—South Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, and Hong Kong—noting that these nations thrived by rejecting IMF and World Bank policies, instead focusing on regional competition and industrial growth.
“We must redefine governance models in Africa,” Kalu said. “Nigeria’s economic problems are rooted in local issues, and solutions must be locally crafted. The Asian Tigers ignored foreign prescriptions, and today they are global economic powerhouses.”

Kalu also underscored the need for regional economic competition to accelerate Nigeria’s development, citing China’s sustained annual growth rate of 10% over the past 35 years as a model for economic resilience.
In addition to economic reforms, the Senator urged youths to take an active role in politics to prevent the election of incompetent leaders.
“If you don’t participate, you allow charlatans into leadership positions. Democracy thrives when people are actively involved, and young Nigerians must rise to this responsibility,” he stated.
Kalu’s host, Chief Sunday Ugwu, praised the Senator for his dedication to grassroots development and his unwavering support for economic reforms that prioritize Nigerian interests.
“The overwhelming welcome you received here shows how much people appreciate your efforts,” Ugwu remarked. “We need more leaders who think about the future and take bold steps to secure it.”
Senator Kalu concluded with a call for unity and commitment, urging both government officials and citizens to play their parts in ensuring Nigeria’s development.
“We cannot grow without hard work. Government policies must be matched with public cooperation, and together we will build an economy that serves all Nigerians,” he said.
With Nigeria’s economic reforms taking shape, Kalu’s remarks underscored the importance of self-reliance and long-term planning, offering hope for a more prosperous and stable future.