Tag: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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.
“No more faction, there is only one PDP, ” Wike celebrates Supreme Court judgement
Wike also dismissed the relevance of some defectors who exited the party during the crisis, describing them as politically insignificant,…
Wike’s moustache enters the history books!
Wike is in the news again. However, not over his many fights with his political enemies or his confrontation with…
Wike storms PDP National Secretariat, gives order to Mohammed-led NWC members
he Minister dismissed claims by smaller political groups, positioning themselves as leading opposition voices, insisting that performance at the polls…
Wike orders arrest, prosecution of owner of collapsed building
Wike, who gave the order after he inspected the site in Abuja on Monday, also announced the revocation of the…
We ‘ll rebuild PDP to meet yearnings, aspirations of Nigerians – Wike
Speaking on the PDP governors that had left the party, the minister said their actions demonstrated lack of good leadership…
Wike presents land titles to FCT traditional rulers
Presenting the documents in Abuja on Friday, the minister disclosed that President Bola Tinubu had waived all statutory fees for…
Police detain four for allegedly impersonating Wike
He explained that the suspect was detained for allegedly defrauding one retired Maj.-Gen. A. K. Ibrahim and many others of…
Wike my mentor, instrumental to my re-election – AMAC’s Maikalangu
Maikalangu also commended President Bola Tinubu for appointing Wike, stating that the decision had helped to bridge the gap between…
“My face may not be liked by many people, I don’t care,” Wike tells diplomatic community
Wike expressed the FCT administration’s willingness to strengthen partnership with the diplomatic community.
Wike orders demolition of buildings on land allocated to Embassies
Speaking when he visited the site in Abuja on Friday, during his routine inspection of ongoing projects across the territory,…
FCT: Wike upgrades traditional rulers, urges support for Tinubu
Wike explained that the gesture followed a request by the Ona of Abaji and Chairman, FCT Council of Chiefs, Alhaji…
Wike raises hope on take-off of FCT Science and Tech University
Wike urged residents to remain patient, stressing that Tinubu would ensure the university becomes a reality within his tenure.
‘God helped Wike after I prayed for him,’ David Ibiyeomie
Ibiyeomie claimed that Wike had already lost in the High Court and the Court of Appeal, and the Supreme Court…
Wike confirms appointment of 1,659 FCTA workers
A total of 224 officers were absent, fueling suspicion that they could be ghost workers.
FCT election: Wike announces work-free day, restriction of movement
“We must show the world that we are a mature and responsible electorate, capable of conducting ourselves with dignity and…
Wike hails Tinubu over changes in Abuja’s landscape
Wike also lauded the ongoing dualisation of the Outer Southern Expressway from Ring Road I to Ring Road II.
Wike reacts to decision of FCT workers to continue strike despite court order
The Minister argued that the notice of appeal does not automatically mean there is a stay of execution.
Protesters calls for Wike’s dismissal (VIDEO)
The protesters expressed their dissatisfaction with Wike being appointed as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, stating that…
Rivers Crisis: Presidency stands with Fubara, says Wike fully compensated
President Bola Tinubu has affirmed that Governor Siminalayi Fubara remains the leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers…
Wike approves promotion of 2,000 FCTA, FCDA workers
Ezeh explained that the members of staff who cut across 165 cadres, were promoted after a Computer-Based Test held on…
Wike: Tinubu ended decades of risky river, air travel to Bonny
The 37.8 km Bodo-Bonny Road project is the first-ever land connection to Bonny Island, a major oil and gas hub…
Wike responds to critics, says bad people won’t prevail in Rivers
The minister also spoke against generalising, urging the people of Rivers state to not judge people with false narratives...
‘What Wike is doing in Rivers is ridiculous,’ Abati claims
He explained that the party’s present Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, had publicly told Wike not to interfere in the internal affairs…
2027: Rivers Elders Council declares support for Tinubu
Wike explained that the thank you visit was to appreciate the support of the people since 2014 when he declared…