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The Digest: A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party loyal to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has postponed its Ekiti State governorship primary, revealing how logistical challenges can reshape political timelines and internal dynamics. According to a letter to INEC, the exercise was stalled by...

The Digest: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has dismissed an Oyo State High Court order permitting the PDP's national convention, creating a direct clash with a prior Federal High Court injunction from Abuja that restrained it, plunging the opposition party deeper into a crisis of authority and...

The Digest: The Association of Resident Doctors in the Federal Capital Territory Administration (ARD-FCTA) has confirmed the partial payment of salary arrears and allowances but insists its indefinite strike will continue until all outstanding demands are fully met, refusing to settle for a...

The Digest: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has publicly addressed allegations of Christian genocide in Nigeria, dismissing the claims as "politics taken too far" and stating that, as a devout Christian serving in government, he finds the accusation a personal indictment. Key Points: Wike broke...

The Digest: A pointed critique from Isaac Fayose has highlighted the conspicuous silence of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike following former U.S. President Donald Trump's military threat against Nigeria, questioning the minister's famed assertive persona. Key Points: Isaac Fayose questioned why...

The Digest: The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, is facing intense public backlash for attending the 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Summit in Dubai with his two sons as part of the official delegation. According to the Daily Trust, images of his sons wearing delegate tags...

The Digest: Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has dismissed speculation about former President Goodluck Jonathan's potential 2027 presidential bid, stating that Jonathan has never discussed such ambitions with him. The minister also rejected the upcoming PDP national convention as...

The Digest: Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has asserted that crime in Abuja has "drastically reduced," despite recent high-profile incidents including the killing of Arise TV anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu. During a press briefing, Wike challenged journalists to provide statistics...

The Digest: Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has declared he will only appear as a witness in the trial of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu if formally compelled by a court order. This statement comes after Kanu, now representing himself, listed Wike among 23 "vital and compellable"...

The Digest: Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will continue to suffer electoral defeats unless it resolves its internal conflicts. Speaking during his monthly media briefing in Abuja, Wike described the ongoing defections as...

The Digest: Fresh details have outlined the specific testimonies Nnamdi Kanu expects from high-profile witnesses. The IPOB leader’s defense will compel testimonies on events like the 2017 military raid, the Obigbo incident, and the Lekki Toll Gate shooting, aiming to establish a "pattern of...

The Digest: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has pledged a 20-day project showcase to highlight President Tinubu's achievements. Wike vowed to "shock" critics he termed "social media presidents" with tangible results, particularly in Abuja's education sector, moving beyond infrastructure to...

The Digest: The media aide to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has firmly denied viral reports that the former Rivers governor is being pushed to contest the presidency in 2027. In a statement, Lere Olayinka described the speculation as “another lie from idle minds” and affirmed Wike’s unwavering...

The Digest: Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has criticized former presidential candidate Peter Obi for what he termed “political showmanship,” asserting that celebrating birthdays in IDP camps does not qualify one for the presidency. The remarks were made during the inauguration...

The Digest: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike criticized former Governor Peter Obi over his comments on the state of public schools in Abuja, countering that Obi "did nothing to uplift the education sector" during his own tenure in Anambra. Through his aide, Wike dismissed Obi as an "Internally...

The Digest: The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has declared that the recent wave of PDP governors defecting to the ruling APC justifies his earlier support for President Bola Tinubu. He mocked former critics, stating they should now commend him for "doing a good job"...

The Digest: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has announced transformative interventions for the judiciary, pledging to end the era of judges living in rented accommodations while digitizing court operations to enhance justice delivery. Key Points: Wike vowed that no FCT High Court judge will live...

The Digest: In the heart of a state already familiar with political heat, a literal fire now burns. A section of the Rivers State Government Secretariat in Port Harcourt has been gutted by fire, with the office of the Rivers State Pension Board reportedly affected, according to The Cable...

The Digest: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara have held a joint meeting with the Rivers State Elders Council in Port Harcourt, signaling a potential de-escalation of political tensions in the state. The gathering, attended by key figures including House...

The Digest: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has declared that his political detractors and critics are ironically using the infrastructure projects his administration has delivered in Abuja. Speaking at the flag-off of a new transit way, Wike dismissed his opponents as blackmailers who benefit from...