"Seyi Makinde, you don't talk, but you're dangerous. You're quiet but well calculated" - Nyesom Wike

 According to a report by Vanguard, former Rivers State governor and current FCT Minister, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, has sparked fresh political debate with a pointed remark about Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde. During a tense interaction with journalists and stakeholders in Abuja, Wike described Makinde as “quiet but dangerous,” commending his calm nature while suggesting he is far more strategic than many realize.

Wike noted that people often mistake Makinde’s gentle demeanor for weakness, but those familiar with political calculations understand that the Oyo governor is one of the most deliberate and strategic actors in the current political arena. “Seyi Makinde, you don’t talk, but you’re dangerous. You’re quiet but well calculated,” Wike said, adding that Makinde’s silence typically signals deep planning.

Known for his fiery and outspoken style, Wike contrasted his own political approach with Makinde’s subtle influence. He urged observers to pay close attention to Makinde’s methods, saying the governor’s strategic moves have significantly shaped the ongoing power tussles within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

His comments come amid intense internal conflict in the PDP, where rival factions are vying for control of the party’s leadership. Given the escalating confrontations, Wike’s statement is seen by insiders as both a caution and a recognition an acknowledgment that Makinde’s quiet strategy carries substantial political force capable of influencing upcoming realignments.

Makinde, meanwhile, has remained composed throughout the crisis. Although he avoids public confrontations, those close to him maintain that he exerts influence through timely interventions, data-driven arguments, and carefully built alliances. His rising national stature, particularly among younger politicians, has earned him a reputation as a calm but powerful stabilizer in the political space.