Rivers PDP Rejects Wike’s Expulsion
The Rivers State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed as laughable and illegal the purported expulsion of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Chief (Barr) Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, and other members by a faction claiming to be the party’s national leadership. In a statement issued on Thursday 4 December 2025 by […]
Bandits Strike Again; Kidnaps FCT Residents
A 16-year-old boy and six young girls have been abducted by armed bandits during a late-night attack on Gidan-Bijimi, a community in Kawu Ward of Bwari Area Council, Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The incident occurred around 9:47 p.m. on Wednesday when gunmen wielding AK-47 rifles stormed the settlement, which borders Marke village near the Kaduna […]
PDP Turmoil Deepens as Wike-Backed Faction Expels Three Governors, Top Party Leaders
The leadership crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) escalated sharply on Tuesday after the factional National Executive Committee (NEC) aligned with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, ratified the expulsion of three sitting governors Seyi Makinde (Oyo), Bala Mohammed (Bauchi), and Dauda Lawal (Zamfara). Also expelled were former Board of Trustees […]
When Authority Collides: Why the Wike–Naval Officer Incident Matters
The recent confrontation between FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and a naval officer whatever the precise details may be has once again forced Nigerians to confront an uncomfortable truth: in our country, power is not just exercised, it is often performed. And when power becomes performance, clashes like this are almost inevitable. Even though the full […]
I Have Respect For The Military, Says Wike
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Thursday 13th November 2025, dismissed insinuations of using a disputed land issue in Abuja to fight the Nigerian military, saying he has always supported the armed forces. Speaking with journalists on the clash involving his officials and some military personnel, Barr Wike urged Nigerians to […]
Tonye Cole Urges Wike to Leave PDP, Join APC
Former All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Rivers State, Tonye Cole, has criticized the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over his continued claim of membership in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) despite openly working with the APC. Cole said Wike’s dual role was creating political confusion in Rivers State and across […]
FCT Minister Wike Seeks UK Medical Care Abroad
Nyesom Wike, the current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has today, quietly departed for the United Kingdom to receive specialized medical treatment, according to reliable sources close to his inner circle. This development marks a significant shift for the prominent politician, who once championed the idea of relying on Nigeria’s local healthcare infrastructure […]
Wike Fines Prominent Nigerians N5m for Illegal Land Use in Abuja
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has imposed a N5 million fine on several notable individuals and institutions, including former All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje. The penalty is for unauthorized conversion of properties in Abuja from their designated use. The sanctions apply to both living and deceased persons, as well as […]
2027 Election: PDP Faces Waterloo if Obi Emerges as Flag Bearer – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has cautioned that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) could be heading for collapse if it entertains the idea of making former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, its standard-bearer in 2027. Wike, who spoke during a media chat on Monday, accused the PDP of repeating […]
Wike Dismisses Amaechi’s Presidential Bid as ‘Dead on Arrival’
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has stated that former Transportation Minister Rotimi Amaechi’s aspiration to become president in 2027 is a non-starter. In an interview on Channels Television’s “Politics Today”, Wike stated that Amaechi would not be able to secure the presidential nomination of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and […]
Wike Says PDP Crisis Temporarily Over, Urges Acceptance of South-South Congress Results
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is currently experiencing a period of calm following the departure of what FCT Minister Nyesom Wike described as “buccaneers and vampires.” Speaking during a live media chat in Abuja, Wike declared the party’s internal crisis “temporarily over”, though he warned of a potential new conflict if the outcomes of recent […]
Wike: No Administration Can Fix Everything, But Tinubu Is Making Progress
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, acknowledged on Monday that President Bola Tinubu’s administration cannot resolve every issue plaguing the FCT. However, he maintained that the government is actively working on key projects to improve the lives of residents. During a media briefing in Abuja, Wike addressed questions regarding the government’s development initiatives. He said, “All problems […]