Nyesom Wike, the minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), says Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and members of the State House of Assembly will comply fully with President Bola Tinubu’s directives following his latest intervention in the state’s political crisis. Wike spoke to journalists in Abuja on Tuesday after inspecting ongoing projects in the…
The Rivers Ijaw People’s Congress declared its support for Nyesom Wike. They abandoned Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Chairman Senator George Sekibo made this statement during Wike’s thank-you visit to Okrika Local Government Area. This move highlights the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State. The congress pledged full allegiance to Wike, the Federal Capital Territory Minister. Sekibo…
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, recently issued a strong warning about Rivers State politics. He declared that residents will avoid past mistakes in the 2027 elections. This statement highlights the ongoing tensions in the state. Wike spoke during a thank-you visit to the Khana people in Bori, Khana Local Government Area….
Hon Stephen Abraham Ajiya, a senior member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has called for restraint regarding calls to remove the FCT Minister, Barrister Nyesom Wike, following a reported clash with a military officer in Abuja. He noted that the dispute can be resolved without asking the Defence Ministry to dismiss the minister. Proper…
The PDP expulsion crisis intensified on Saturday. The Umar Damagun–led faction removed FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, ex-Ekiti Governor Ayodele Fayose, and eight other senior figures for alleged anti-party activities.The announcement came during the party’s Elective National Convention in Ibadan. It immediately sparked debates within the political community. Wike Among 10 Leaders Affected The PDP expulsion…
The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has demanded that the Nigerian Navy issue an immediate, unreserved apology to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. This follows his public confrontation with junior naval officer Lieutenant AM Yerima at a Wike land site in Abuja. Additionally, PANDEF emphasized that such incidents undermine civil-military respect. Igali condemns officer’s conduct Speaking…
Minister of State for Defence Bello Matawalle criticised FCT Minister Nyesom Wike over a confrontation with a naval officer at a disputed Wike land site in Abuja. Minister warned Wike before land visit Matawalle said Wike ignored clear advice from the Chief of Defence Staff and the Chief of Naval Staff. Both service chiefs told…
The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, assured that the Federal Government will protect every soldier carrying out lawful duties. He spoke on Wednesday during a ministerial press briefing in Abuja, part of preparations for the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Celebration and Remembrance Day. Minister Responds to Wike–Navy Officer Clash Badaru addressed Tuesday’s clash between FCT…
