**The Corn Sellers' Deception: A Lesson from FCT Polls** In a recent development, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has made a striking revelation about the recent elections in Abuja, Nigeria's capital city. The elections have exposed a peculiar pattern of behavior among some Nigerians who claim to be champions of democracy but are actually mere deceivers. According to Wike, these individuals are easily recognizable by their tendency to buy corn and groundnuts from roadside sellers as a form of campaign strategy. This seemingly innocuous act, however, is a ploy to deceive the public, showcasing the hypocrisy of those who claim to be interested in the country's progress but are actually driven by self-interest. The FCT polls, which saw the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) clinching five Area Councils, while the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) won only one, have served as a reality check for many Nigerians. The election has shown that the residents of FCT are not easily swayed by empty promises and that they value tangible progress over mere rhetoric. Wike's comments suggest that the recent election has separated the wheat from the chaff, so to speak. The residents of FCT have demonstrated that they are not fooled by those who claim to be fighting for their rights but are actually more interested in their own personal gain. This is a valuable lesson that Nigerians can learn from, as they navigate the complex world of politics and governance. In the end, the FCT polls have exposed the true nature of some individuals who claim to be champions of democracy. It is a reminder that true leadership is about delivering results, not just about making empty promises and buying corn from roadside sellers.