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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...

The Digest: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has declared Abuja "one of the most peaceful places to reside" in Nigeria. While crediting government initiatives and citizen cooperation for the capital's security, the claim has been met with a wave of skepticism and counter-narratives from residents who...

The Digest: In a tragedy that has shaken the media community, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has pledged to ensure justice for Somtochukwu Maduagwu, an Arise TV anchor killed in her Abuja home. The incident has cast a stark light on the pervasive security fears within the nation's capital, prompting...

The Digest: Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has pledged to transform Abuja into a world-class city under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Speaking at the flag-off of road construction in Mabushi District, Wike described himself and his team as “agents” committed to...

The Digest: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has accused PDP National Chairman Umar Damagum of betrayal, claiming he facilitated Damagum’s rise to power only to become his “enemy.” The public outburst, during a Channels TV interview, exposes deepening fractures within the opposition party. Key...

The Digest: Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has declared the political crisis “behind us,” emphasizing reconciliation and development after six months of emergency rule. In a statewide broadcast, he acknowledged public fears but affirmed opportunities for adjustment and unity. Key...

The Digest: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has accused former Transportation Minister Rotimi Amaechi of ordering his assassination during the 2019 elections, claiming a military general directed the plot. The allegation, made during a Channels TV interview, revives longstanding tensions between the...

The Digest: Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has returned to Port Harcourt, arriving at the international airport on Friday afternoon to a crowd of supporters, more than 24 hours after President Tinubu lifted the state’s emergency rule. His delayed return follows a prolonged political...

The Digest: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has launched a sharp rebuke against former Sokoto Governor Aminu Tambuwal and ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar, labeling them “consistent betrayers” of political trust. The attack, during a Channels TV interview, escalates a long-running feud within...

The Digest: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has cautioned former President Goodluck Jonathan against yielding to pressures to contest the 2027 election, labeling such calls a ploy to undermine President Tinubu’s re-election. During a Channels TV interview, Wike asserted Tinubu’s right to two terms...

The Digest: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has defended Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s failure to resume office immediately after the lifting of emergency rule, stating that governance is not confined to physical presence. In a Channels TV interview, Wike emphasized that Fubara remains in...