Segun Sowunmi, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), blames President Bola Tinubu for the crisis in the opposition party due to the unconsulted appointment of Nyesom Wike as the FCT minister. Sowunmi rejects claims of PDP’s collapse and criticizes APC’s undermining tactics.
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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has approved a N70,000 minimum wage for FCTA employees, effective November 2024. This move includes payment of three months' arrears and aims to alleviate financial struggles while boosting staff morale and support for Wike’s leadership...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Abuja, Nigeria, marking his first visit in 17 years. Welcomed by President Tinubu and ministers Nyesom Wike and Bianca Tinubu, this visit aims to strengthen India-Nigeria relations and expand strategic cooperation. The three-nation tour includes Brazil and...
The funeral of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja was held at the National Christian Centre in Abuja. Prominent figures, including First Lady Oluremi Tinubu and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, attended the service. Prayers were offered, and Lagbaja’s contributions to Nigeria’s...
Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), stated in a recent interview that he is not afraid to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) if he chooses. Wike discussed his decision not to support Atiku Abubakar during the 2023 election and his unwavering stance on...
Atiku Abubakar urges President Tinubu's administration to focus on governance instead of early election speculations. His comments follow Minister Nyesom Wike's dismissive remarks about Atiku’s 2027 presidential bid, stressing the need to address urgent issues like Nigeria’s rising cost of...
Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has reaffirmed the government's commitment to demolishing shanties in Abuja, dismissing protests as a “misplaced priority.” Wike emphasized the importance of restoring the city’s master plan and engaging in dialogue with residents to find...
Governor Siminalayi Fubara attributed Rivers State’s political crisis to power struggles over control of its resources, pledging transparent use of funds for residents’ benefit. Speaking at Omega Power Ministries, he urged continued prayers for his administration, commending Apostle Chinyere's...
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara claims he was ambushed into signing a peace deal with Nyesom Wike's camp. During a thanksgiving service, Fubara expressed frustration over ongoing tensions and Wike's camp's non-compliance with the agreement, despite efforts to stabilize governance in...
The Rivers State government anticipated a recent Federal High Court ruling to halt local government allocations. Commissioner Joe Johnson expressed concerns about judicial proceedings affecting governance, attributing the decision to political influences. The government has appealed the ruling...
Atiku Abubakar cautions the Nigerian judiciary, warning of potential unrest in Rivers State after a controversial court ruling halting federal payments. Atiku criticizes alleged political interference and urges judicial independence to preserve democracy, attract investment, and maintain public...
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Central Bank of Nigeria to stop releasing monthly allocations to Rivers State due to constitutional violations by Governor Siminalayi Fubara in presenting the 2024 budget. The ruling affects future access to funds from the Consolidated Revenue and...
Niger Delta activist Asari Dokubo has criticized President Bola Tinubu for allegedly supporting FCT Minister Nyesom Wike in destabilizing Rivers State. Dokubo warned of potential unrest if Governor Siminalayi Fubara is removed and condemned Tinubu’s decision to dissolve the Niger Delta Ministry...
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