Supporters of former Rivers State Governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, staged a protest on Saturday in Port Harcourt, urging the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) to comply with a recent High Court ruling concerning the ongoing local government elections. The protest, which attracted a large crowd, was […]
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Wike Threatens to Take Drastic Action Against PDP Govs Who Interfere in Rivers
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has issued a stern warning against any attempt to wrest control of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) structure in Rivers State. Wike, who previously served as Governor of Rivers State, vowed to unleash political turmoil in any state whose governor interferes with the party’s affairs in […]
Wike Will Be Left Politically Isolated, Tinubu Will Also Lose – Lamido Asserts
Former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, has predicted a grim political future for both the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and President Bola Tinubu. Lamido, a founding member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), expressed doubts about the sustainability of Wike’s current political trajectory, suggesting that Wike will soon find himself […]
Party Chieftain Describes Wike as PDP’s Biggest Challenge
Chief Segun Sowunmi, a prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has identified Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), as the party’s most significant challenge. Despite being a PDP stalwart, Wike currently serves in the administration of President Bola Tinubu, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), which has […]
Open Letter To FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike
The Imperative for Effective Road Management in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) With great appreciation for the unwavering commitment exhibited by the current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr. Nyesom Wike, towards enhancing the road infrastructure of Abuja, I feel compelled to address an equally crucial aspect of this development: the need for […]
Wike Not Our Member, Doesn’t Attend Party Meetings – APC
The All Progressives Congress (APC) dismissed claims on Tuesday that Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, influences decisions made by the party’s Rivers State chapter. The party clarified that the former Rivers governor is neither a member of the APC nor participates in any of their political meetings. Addressing journalists at the […]
APC’s Grip on FCT Weakens as Wike’s Appointments Draw ire from Party Leaders
Expressing their dismay at the recent appointments made by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, leaders of the All Progressives Congress in the Federal Capital Territory foresee a challenging electoral landscape in 2027. At a media gathering in Abuja, FCT party chieftains criticized Wike for what they perceive as a preference for his Peoples Democratic Party affiliates […]
SERAP Sues Wike Over Missing ₦40 Trillion Local Governments Allocation
SERAP Files Lawsuit Against Nigerian Governors, Minister Over Alleged Misappropriation of N40 Trillion in Federal Allocations The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has taken legal action against Nigerian governors and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Mr Nyesom Wike, over their alleged failure to account for N40 trillion in federal allocations meant […]
Insecurity: FCT Faces Equipment Shortage in Tracking Criminals – Wike
The Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, stated on Monday that the ongoing battle against banditry and kidnappings in the FCT is being impeded by insufficient equipment and operational vehicles. During a media chat with journalists in Abuja, Mr. Wike attributed the recent increase in kidnappings in some border communities of the FCT […]
Wike To Be Summoned By Senate Regarding Kidnapping Epidemic, Says Kingibe
The Senate is set to summon Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), over the escalating kidnapping crisis, as disclosed by Senator Ireti Kingibe, the representative for the FCT. Speaking on Channels TV’s Politics Today, Kingibe expressed concerns about the surge in insecurity in Abuja, particularly the rise in abduction cases. She […]