Wike: I’m Still In Charge Of Rivers, FCT Politics
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has declared that he remains in control of the political structure in Rivers State and the Federal Capital Territory, describing himself as the “General Commander of the Political Infantry.” Wike made the declaration while speaking with journalists in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Wednesday. The former […]
Fubara’s Ally Sobomabo Jackrich Meets Wike Amid Rivers Reconciliation Efforts
High Chief Sobomabo Jackrich, popularly known as Egberipapa, has met with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, amid ongoing efforts to reconcile political differences in Rivers State. Jackrich, a prominent ally of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, was the founder of the Simplicity Movement, a political group that backed the governor during […]
2027: Wike Welcomes Fubara in Port Harcourt as Rivers Peace Moves Advance
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Sunday hosted Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, at his Port Harcourt dwelling, marking a new push to solidify the truce between the former political partners. The gathering marks their initial encounter since the governor revealed he would not pursue a second term in the 2027 […]
Rivers People Must Defend Their State Against Oppression
When, on October 30, 2023, Rivers people trooped out in their numbers to defend Governor Siminialayi Fubara following an unpopular and illegal impeachment attempt, they did so not because they loved Siminialayi Fubara so much. They did so because of their love for Rivers State. They trooped out in defence against oppression. They trooped out […]
Dalung Tackles Wike Over Osun Election Claim, Says Nigerians’ Votes Not in His Pocket
Former Minister of Sports, Solomon Dalung, has criticised Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, over his claim that he would have secured victory for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Osun State governorship election “at all costs” if he had been engaged. Dalung said Wike should understand that political power ultimately […]
Fubara, Rivers Lawmakers at Odds Over ₦1.854tn 2026 Budget
Fresh tension has emerged in Rivers State over the delay in passing Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s proposed N1.854 trillion 2026 budget, weeks after the governor and the Martin Amaewhule-led House of Assembly reconciled following years of political crisis. Fubara presented the “Budget of Resilience for Growth and Development” on July 10, with N413.1 billion earmarked for […]
“I Have No Regrets Blocking Bode George’s PDP Chairmanship Bid- Wike
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Mr. Nyesom Wike, says he has no regret over his role in preventing former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bode George, from becoming the party’s national chairman. Mr. Wike made this known in a statement issued on Saturday August 8 by his Senior […]
‘You Worked Against Your Brother’ – Wike on Why Amaechi Can’t be VP
The Vice Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Mr. Rotimi Amaechi has been criticized for allegedly working against the re-election of former President Goodluck Jonathan in 2015. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike stated this on Tuesday during a media chat in Abuja, stressing that the South South people […]
Wike States Fubara’s Top Error as Governor
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has stated that the biggest blunders committed by his successor, Siminalayi Fubara, were attempting to handle matters single-handedly and trying to establish his own political network too soon after taking office as governor. Wike remarked that it was astounding that Fubara began moves to create his […]
2027: Fubara Backs Kingsley Chinda, Pledges Full Support for Wike-Led Rainbow Coalition
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has formally endorsed the Rainbow Coalition, a multi-party political movement spearheaded by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. He declared his alignment with Kingsley Chinda as his preferred governorship candidate for the forthcoming state governorship election. Fubara made this known during the groundbreaking ceremony for the reconstruction […]
Wike Stakes Cabinet Seat on FCT Projects, Nigerians Divided
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Friday raised the political stakes over the performance of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, declaring that he would resign from the Federal Executive Council if anyone could prove within 48 hours that his claims on road construction across Abuja’s satellite towns were false. The bold declaration […]
Court Rejects Bid to Unseat Wike-backed PDP Leadership
The Federal High Court in Abuja decided on Friday. It said no to a lawsuit that wanted the Independent National Electoral Commission to stop recognizing the National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party that’s currently in charge. This committee is led by National Chairman Abdulrahman Mohammed and National Secretary Senator Samuel Anyanwu. The lawsuit […]