Stop Announcing On Radio And TV That You Are Fasting For Us; God Doesn’t Answer That — Wike

According to Nyesom Wike, supporters of political figures should stop publicly announcing their fasting and prayers for politicians on social media, radio and television. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory made the comment while addressing political supporters, where he spoke about the need to keep personal religious practices separate from public political activities.

Wike said he had noticed that some supporters were using different media platforms to announce that they were fasting and praying for particular political figures. He advised those involved to discontinue the practice, arguing that there was no need to make private acts of worship a subject of public political discussion.

The FCT minister explained that anyone who chooses to fast or pray for a politician is free to do so, but such activities should remain personal. In his view, supporters can demonstrate their commitment to a political figure without publicly declaring their religious practices.

He specifically warned against using radio and television programmes to announce fasting or prayers for politicians. Wike said political activities should be approached with a clear understanding of their purpose, rather than being mixed with public displays of personal religious devotion.

The minister also expressed his personal opinion about prayers that are publicly announced. He questioned the value of making such prayers public and suggested that religious devotion should not be presented as a form of political support or public declaration.

Wike said his position was based on his experience and understanding of politics. He urged supporters and political actors to pay attention to the nature of political activities and avoid practices that he considers unnecessary.

His comments come as political supporters increasingly use social media, radio and television to publicly express loyalty to political figures. These platforms have made it easier for supporters to share messages, organise activities and publicly demonstrate their support.

However, Wike’s remarks focused on the distinction between private religious devotion and public political engagement. While supporters remain free to pray or fast for politicians, he argued that such personal practices do not need to become public political announcements.

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