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Wike-led PDP accuses rival group of twisting court ruling for political gain
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called for an investigation into some lawyers and members of a rival faction led by Tanimu Turaki over alleged…
Wike to celebrate Tinubu’s 3rd anniversary with 31 days of projects’ inauguration
According to Wike, the major infrastructure projects across Abuja city centre and satellite towns are now 100 per cent completed and ready for inauguration.
Emeka Ike’s lawyers threaten legal action against Wike’s aide, fault INEC over data leak
The lawyers also criticised the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), warning that the incident raises serious concerns about data privacy, electoral integrity, and public confidence…
Police grill Wike’s aide Lere Olayinka over leak of Emeka Ike’s INEC data
Apart from the police investigation, the Department of State Services (DSS) is also probing the release of the voter data.
INEC, DSS probe Wike’s aide, Lere Olayinka over ‘unauthorized’ access to CVR database
"The Commission takes this allegation seriously and has immediately commenced a thorough investigation to establish the facts surrounding the incident," Mohammed said while explaining how…
Wike reveals mistake that cost Amaechi ADC ticket
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has claimed that former Rivers State Governor and ex-Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, made a costly political…
Wike mocks opposition, says coast clear for Tinubu’s re-election
Dismissing the existence of any genuine coalition, the minister laughed at rival political groups who had previously positioned themselves as alternatives to the ruling government,…
Wike rejects US property allegation, dares Sowore
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said there is nothing wrong with owning a house in the United States and that…
Rivers people are not political slaves’ — Atiku replies Wike
The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has responded to Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike, saying the people of…
2027: Atiku, ADC won’t get 10% in Rivers – Wike boasts
“ADC and NDC have not run election before. They do not understand election. They only understand defection. This is the time they will see election…
‘If dem born you well’ – Aisha Yesufu fires as Wike mocks failed FCT Senate bid
“There’s one woman who said Wike is an appointee of government and that she has no business with appointees. You speak grammar, speak grammar,” Wike…
Rivers 2027: Wike says coalition yet to reach consensus on governor
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has denied reports that he has already chosen a candidate for the Rivers State governorship…
2027: Wike-backed PDP faults plan to ratify Jonathan as presidential candidate
The faction, in a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Jungudo Mohammed on Friday in Abuja, described the planned convention as false, misleading, and…
2027: Wike moves to stop Jonathan’s ratification for presidency by Turaki-led PDP
The Turaki-led PDP is not recognized by INEC and in its statement on Friday, FCTA warned owners of Event Centres, Hotels and other public buildings…
Wike: Voting pattern in FCT shifting in favour of Tinubu ahead of 2027 elections
According to Wike, the infrastructure revolution currently sweeping through the territory, including rural communities, will guarantee a comfortable electoral victory for Tinubu in the nation’s…
2027: Wike-backed PDP picks Sandy Onor as presidential candidate
Onor also pledged to run an issue-based and grassroots-driven campaign as well as tackle insecurity and poverty, especially at the grassroots, if elected president.
Rivers Guber Race: Wike declares support for Chinda
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has publicly endorsed Kingsley Chinda’s governorship ambition in Rivers State, describing him as an experienced…
Wike: Why Fubara shouldn’t have attempted to run for second term
Fubara, who was Wike's successor as Rivers' governor had obtained forms to run on the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC to contest…
Wike’s ally Kingsley Chinda clinches Rivers APC governorship ticket
The lawmaker was elected unopposed as Gov. Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers, Mr Tonye Cole, and George Kelly who had earlier indicated interest in flying the…
Rivers APC: Coast clear for Wike’s kinsman after Fubara, Cole, Alabo’s withdrawal
This follows the withdrawal of incumbent governor Siminalayi Fubara from the 2027 governorship race. Fubara, in a statement signed on Wednesday, said his decision was…
Wike dismisses PDP-APM alliance, says Makinde’s presidential ambition ‘dead on arrival’
The minister further alleged that the gathering in Ibadan on Thursday was facilitated by Gov. Seyi Makinde to pursue his personal presidential ambition under the…
Wike-backed PDP tackles Makinde, Bala Mohammed over alliance with APM
“Let us state clearly and unequivocally that the PDP is not part of any alliance, coalition, agreement, or political arrangement with the APM or any…
2027: Wike speaks on controversial meeting with APC National Chairman
The Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, has explained why he visited the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Nentawe Yilwatda, saying the meeting…
Wike washes hands off APC Rivers screening: ‘I’m not a prophet’
“I am not a member of the APC, so I don’t know what is happening in their screening. Even if they publish the results, why…
Wike’s loyalists dominates as Rivers APC clears 33 Assembly aspirants, disqualifies 65
The screening exercise for aspirants seeking to contest under the All Progressives Congress in the Rivers State House of Assembly election has ended.
Rivers 2027: Wike’s loyalist, Chinda cleared to battle Fubara in APC governorship primary
Kingsley Chinda, a strong supporter of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has been cleared by the All Progressives Congress (APC)…
Wike defends FCT land allocation policy, accuses critics of hypocrisy
The FCT Minister insisted that land allocation remains a standard government procedure for promoting investment and urban development.
Did You Come Here For Free? — Wike’s Comment Triggers Channels TV’s Response
Channels Television has strongly responded to allegations by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over claims that the broadcaster benefited from controversial…
We hold PDP certificate, not Wike camp — Sani sparks fresh party row
Abuja PDP Crisis Deepens as Sani Alleges Parallel Financial Control, Claims Certificate and Account Confusion
Wike twists court judgments to suit himself – PDP Chieftain hits back
Responding to Wike’s recent statements about the PDP's leadership structure, Abah accused the FCT Minister of selectively interpreting the Supreme Court ruling to suit his…