**FCT Elections: A Wake-Up Call for 'Emergency' Politicians** The recently concluded Area Council elections in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have sent a strong signal to the nation's politicians, particularly those who have been relying on gimmicks and cheap politicking to win the hearts of voters. According to the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, the elections have effectively separated the wheat from the chaff, exposing those he described as 'emergency democrats'. In essence, these 'emergency democrats' are politicians who only show up on the campaign trail when it's election time, armed with empty promises and grand gestures, but lacking in substance. They are the type of politicians who would stop by a roadside corn seller to buy a packet of corn and take pictures with the vendor, hoping to score brownie points with voters. However, in the FCT, these gimmicks have not fooled the voters. The FCT elections have shown that voters are no longer swayed by such cheap politicking. They are now looking for politicians who are genuinely committed to serving them and making a positive impact on their lives. The outcome of the elections suggests that voters have rejected the 'emergency democrats' and are instead opting for politicians who have a track record of delivering results and serving their constituents with integrity. This development has significant implications for the nation's politics, particularly for politicians who have been relying on gimmicks and populism to win elections. It is a wake-up call for them to focus on delivering tangible results and serving the interests of their constituents, rather than relying on cheap politicking and photo opportunities. In the words of the Minister of the FCT, the FCT elections have "beyond the corn" of empty promises and grand gestures, and have instead revealed the true character of politicians. As the nation gears up for future elections, this outcome serves as a reminder that voters are now more discerning and are looking for politicians who are genuinely committed to serving them.