The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has warned striking FCT workers to stop actions he believes are driven by politics rather than concern for their welfare. He spoke while commissioning new ambulance vehicles in Abuja.
In a video shared by Voice TV, Wike said workers should obey a court order that directed them to return to work, stressing that filing an appeal does not cancel the ruling.
According to him, refusing to follow the court and blocking government gates could lead to serious legal consequences.
He explained that anyone who disobeys a court order can be charged for contempt, which carries penalties under the law.
The minister urged workers to think about the bigger picture and the future of the country. He noted that the President is making efforts to improve the nation and called on citizens to support those efforts by acting responsibly.
Wike added that disagreements should be handled through lawful means, not through actions that could disrupt public order.
He also rejected claims that the government was acting unfairly, saying authorities chose the legal path by allowing the courts to decide who is right or wrong.
Wike maintained that the FCT Administration remains open to dialogue with workers, but warned that no group should threaten national stability.
In his words, "Forget this thing, you go and block the gates, say you will not obey court order, let me advise you, it depends on who you're dealing with."
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