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  1. INEC Grants Recognition to Wike-Backed PDP Caretaker Committee at Quarterly Meeting

    Nigeria INEC Grants Recognition to Wike-Backed PDP Caretaker Committee at Quarterly Meeting

    The Digest: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended tacit recognition to the Nyesom Wike-backed National Caretaker Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), led by Abdulrahman Mohammed. The committee’s representatives attended INEC’s first quarterly meeting...
  2. APC Chairman Says Wike-Fubara Feud is a PDP Matter, Not Party’s Concern

    Nigeria APC Chairman Says Wike-Fubara Feud is a PDP Matter, Not Party’s Concern

    The Digest: APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda has stated that the political feud between FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara is outside the ruling party's jurisdiction. During a television interview, Yilwatda clarified that because Wike is a member of the...
  3. Governor Makinde Fires Back at Wike, Questions His Contributions to PDP in Rivers State

    Nigeria Governor Makinde Fires Back at Wike, Questions His Contributions to PDP in Rivers State

    The Digest: Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has publicly responded to comments made by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike regarding the PDP's affairs in Oyo State. During a PDP NEC meeting, Wike stated he was "particularly interested" in the party's structure in Oyo, a remark seen as a direct challenge...
  4. FCT Minister Wike Declares Direct Interest in Oyo State PDP Affairs, Vows to Combat Internal "Vampires"

    Nigeria FCT Minister Wike Declares Direct Interest in Oyo State PDP Affairs, Vows to Combat Internal "Vampires"

    The Digest: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has explicitly declared his interest in the internal affairs of the Oyo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), escalating his political feud with Governor Seyi Makinde. Speaking at the party's National Executive Committee meeting, Wike stated...
  5. Wike-Led PDP Faction Sets March Dates for National Convention Amid Deepening Party Crisis

    Nigeria Wike-Led PDP Faction Sets March Dates for National Convention Amid Deepening Party Crisis

    The Digest: A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) loyal to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has scheduled its national convention for March 28-29, 2026, where new party leaders will be elected. The faction, chaired by Abdulrahman Mohammed, announced the dates after a National Executive...
  6. President Tinubu Directs Nyesom Wike to Cease Impeachment Moves Against Fubara

    Nigeria President Tinubu Directs Nyesom Wike to Cease Impeachment Moves Against Fubara

    The Digest: President Bola Tinubu has intervened in the protracted political feud in Rivers State, issuing a directive to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to halt all impeachment-related actions against Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The president's order, reportedly given before a recent foreign trip...
  7. FCT Minister Wike and Labour Unions Reach Truce, Ending Workers' Strike in Abuja

    Nigeria FCT Minister Wike and Labour Unions Reach Truce, Ending Workers' Strike in Abuja

    The Digest: A protracted strike by Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) workers has been resolved after a marathon meeting between FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and the leadership of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC). The meeting, convened by Senate...
  8. Turaki-Led PDP Faction to Appeal Court Ruling Nullifying Convention, Wike's Camp Celebrates

    Nigeria Turaki-Led PDP Faction to Appeal Court Ruling Nullifying Convention, Wike's Camp Celebrates

    The Digest: The Tanimu Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party has announced it will appeal the Federal High Court ruling that nullified the party's November 2025 national convention and barred them from acting as its national officers. Addressing the press, Turaki stated his...
  9. ‘We Will Break It’ - Wike Threatens Stadium Force If Denied Rally Access in Rivers

    Nigeria ‘We Will Break It’ - Wike Threatens Stadium Force If Denied Rally Access in Rivers

    The Digest: The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has threatened to forcefully break into and damage the Yakubu Gowon Stadium in Port Harcourt if the Rivers State Government continues to deny him access to hold political rallies. Issuing the warning during an event to...
  10. Court Rules PDP Convention Unlawful, Orders Caretaker Committee and Bars Kabiru Turaki-Led NWC

    Nigeria Court Rules PDP Convention Unlawful, Orders Caretaker Committee and Bars Kabiru Turaki-Led NWC

    The Digest: The Federal High Court in Ibadan has nullified the national convention of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) held on November 15, 2025. Presiding Judge Uche Agomoh ruled the convention was organised in flagrant disregard of multiple court orders and barred the elected National...
  11. ‘We Can’t Pay All’ - Wike Tells Striking FCTA Workers Full Salaries Would Stop Roads, Ambulances

    Nigeria ‘We Can’t Pay All’ - Wike Tells Striking FCTA Workers Full Salaries Would Stop Roads, Ambulances

    The Digest: The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has stated that fully meeting the financial demands of striking FCT Administration workers would prevent the government from funding critical infrastructure. Addressing the impasse during the launch of new ambulances, Wike...
  12. APC Confirms 'Back-Channel' Talks to Mediate Rivers Crisis Between Wike and Fubara

    Nigeria APC Confirms 'Back-Channel' Talks to Mediate Rivers Crisis Between Wike and Fubara

    The Digest: The All Progressives Congress (APC) has confirmed it is engaged in high-level, behind-the-scenes negotiations to resolve the protracted political crisis in Rivers State between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. APC National...
  13. FCT Primary Schools, Health Centres Shut for 9th Day as Workers' Strike Defies Court Order

    Nigeria FCT Primary Schools, Health Centres Shut for 9th Day as Workers' Strike Defies Court Order

    The Digest: Public primary schools and local health centres across the Federal Capital Territory remain closed for the ninth consecutive day as the strike by FCT Administration workers continues, despite a National Industrial Court order to suspend the action. The Joint Unions Action Committee...
  14. Minister Nyesom Wike Seeks to Jail Striking FCTA Workers for Defying Court Order

    Nigeria Minister Nyesom Wike Seeks to Jail Striking FCTA Workers for Defying Court Order

    The Digest: The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Barrister Nyesom Wike, has initiated contempt proceedings against striking workers of the FCT Administration (FCTA). The move follows the workers' refusal to comply with a January 27 order from the National Industrial Court, which...
  15. FCT Workers Defy Court Order, Continue Strike Despite Wike's Directive to Resume

    Nigeria FCT Workers Defy Court Order, Continue Strike Despite Wike's Directive to Resume

    The Digest: Striking workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration have continued their industrial action despite a National Industrial Court order to suspend the strike. The unions, including the Joint Union Action Committee, Nigeria Union of Teachers, and Nigeria Union of Local...
  16. NLC Defies Court, Directs Unions to Continue FCTA Strike Over Unpaid Wages

    Nigeria NLC Defies Court, Directs Unions to Continue FCTA Strike Over Unpaid Wages

    The Digest: The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has instructed affiliate unions in the Federal Capital Territory to continue their strike against the FCT Administration, despite a National Industrial Court order to suspend the action. In a circular, NLC acting general secretary Benson Upah cited...
  17. Wike Vows Severe Action Against FCTA Workers Who Fail to Resume Work

    Nigeria Wike Vows Severe Action Against FCTA Workers Who Fail to Resume Work

    The Digest: Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has issued a stern warning to striking workers, threatening to make a "scapegoat" of anyone who blocks office gates and to apply the "big stick" against those who fail to resume work. Speaking to the media on Tuesday, Wike...
  18. FCTA Directs Striking Workers to Resume Duty Immediately, Citing Court Order

    Nigeria FCTA Directs Striking Workers to Resume Duty Immediately, Citing Court Order

    The Digest: The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has directed all its striking workers to resume duties immediately on Wednesday. According to a circular signed by the Acting Head of Service, Nancy Sebati Nathan, the directive follows a court order from the National Industrial...
  19. National Industrial Court Orders FCTA Workers to Suspend Indefinite Strike

    Nigeria National Industrial Court Orders FCTA Workers to Suspend Indefinite Strike

    The Digest: The National Industrial Court (NIC) in Abuja has issued an order compelling workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) to suspend their ongoing indefinite strike. According to a ruling, Justice E.D. Subilim granted an interlocutory injunction following a suit...
  20. Capital City Paralysis: FCT Workers' Strike Enters Sixth Day, Grounding Abuja

    Nigeria Capital City Paralysis: FCT Workers' Strike Enters Sixth Day, Grounding Abuja

    The Digest: Official and academic activities across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) remain completely grounded as the indefinite strike by the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC) enters its sixth day. The strike, over unpaid wage awards and a litany of grievances, has expanded with the...
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