The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has stated that politics operates under a different set of principles from religious leadership, stressing that being a Christian does not automatically qualify someone to function as a pastor or politician.
Speaking during a public engagement, Wike explained that every profession and calling has its own rules and expectations. He noted that although he is a Christian and the son of a pastor, he does not consider himself a pastor because the roles are distinct.
“Politics is not like church. I’m a Christian but not a pastor. That my father is a pastor does not make me a pastor. The point is that, if you want to be a politician, there are rules and if you want to be a pastor, there are rules,” Wike said.
The FCT Minister also dismissed criticisms from those expressing anger over political developments, arguing that many people speak from a theoretical perspective without fully understanding the realities of politics.
His remarks have sparked discussions on the differences between political leadership and religious service, with many interpreting the statement as a call for a practical understanding of governance and the political process.
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