Wike, military officer’s clash national embarrassment — Peter Obi
Former Vice President Peter Obi has described the recent clash between FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and a Nigerian military officer as a national embarrassment. Obi criticized the incident, saying it undermines the dignity of public office and the military. According to Obi, such public confrontations between government officials and uniformed officers are unacceptable in a […]
Wike vs Military Land Dispute: Naval officer was unruly – FCT minister’s Aide
An aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has defended the minister’s actions in a recent confrontation involving a Naval officer over a land dispute in Abuja. According to the aide, the officer acted in an unruly manner during the incident, prompting Wike’s response. The aide stated, “The Naval officer […]
Meet AM Yerima: The Naval Officer Who Challenged Wike Over Abuja Land
AM Yerima, a senior officer in the Nigerian Navy, has recently made headlines for challenging Governor Wike over a land dispute in Abuja. Known for his disciplined military background, Yerima has drawn attention to issues surrounding alleged illegal land development and the enforcement of regulations in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Yerima argued that proper […]
Wike vs military: I can’t be intimidated – FCT minister orders halt to alleged illegal development
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister has directed the immediate halt of an alleged illegal development in the nation’s capital, asserting that no intimidation will deter the enforcement of the law. The minister emphasized that all development projects in the FCT must comply with approved regulations and guidelines, warning that anyone attempting to flout the […]
Isaac Fayose drops lawsuit against Olayinka at FCT High Court
Isaac Fayose, brother to former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose, has withdrawn his legal case against Lere Olayinka at the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court. The case, which had stirred political discussions online, has now been settled without further litigation. Fayose informed the court of his decision to discontinue the matter, leading the judge […]
Vigilantes arrest two suspected burglars in FCT
Two young men have been arrested in Kwaita village, located in the Kwali Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory, after they allegedly attempted to break into a provision shop late Saturday night. The suspects, identified as Isiyaku Musa and Yohana Danjuma, were reportedly caught around 11:12 p.m. while trying to force their way into […]
Abuja resident doctors to join NARD indefinite strike Saturday
Resident doctors working with the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) have announced they will join the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) in an indefinite nationwide strike starting Saturday, November 1, 2025. The decision was confirmed in a letter dated October 30, 2025, and addressed to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. The notice was signed by […]
FG begins disbursement of tertiary institution staff support fund
The Federal Government has begun distributing funds under the Tertiary Institution Staff Support Fund (TISSF), a programme created to improve staff welfare and boost innovation and productivity in Nigerian universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. The announcement was made by Mrs. Folasade Boriowo, spokesperson for the Ministry of Education. The initiative is part of the […]
Terrorism: It’s clear Nnamdi Kanu doesn’t want trial sorted in court – Osinbajo’s ex-aide
Former spokesman to ex-Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Laolu Akande, has said it is now evident that Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), does not want his trial to be resolved in court. Akande made the remarks on Monday via a video shared on his X (formerly Twitter) page, where he called […]
Lawmakers no longer interested in legislation – FCT Rep Chinedu calls for scraping of constituency projects
The Member representing Bwari/AMAC Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Obika Chinedu, has called for the abolition of constituency projects, arguing that they have distracted lawmakers from their main duty — lawmaking. Speaking in an interview with DAILY POST, the Labour Party lawmaker said constituency projects have done “great harm” to the legislative […]