Wike Hails President Tinubu Over Improved Funding To States
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his bold leadership and the improved financial state of Nigeria’s federating units. Speaking in Abuja during the flag-off of the Outer Southern Expressway (OSEX) main carriageways project, Wike credited the President’s decision to remove fuel subsidy for giving […]
FCT projects: Expect what you have not seen during Tinubu’s third anniversary – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has promised that Nigerians will witness unprecedented development projects in Abuja by the time President Bola Tinubu marks his third year in office. Speaking at the commissioning of access roads in Sector Centre B, Dakibiyu District, Wike expressed confidence that President Tinubu’s leadership will deliver […]
The Declining Influence Of Wike As Tinubu Secures Defections From PDP Governors
Nyesom Wike, once a dominant force in Nigeria’s political scene, is witnessing a steady decline in his influence. The former Rivers State Governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), who was once seen as a master strategist and kingmaker within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), is gradually losing his political relevance. For […]
FCT: I’ll write your condolence letter – Wike reacts to rumours of heart attack
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed rumours circulating on social media that he suffered a heart attack while in London. Speaking at the flag-off of the Arterial Road N1 construction from Wuye District to Ring Road II in Abuja on Thursday, Wike clarified that he only traveled abroad to […]
We will welcome you to APC whenever you decide – President Tinubu tells Wike
President Bola Tinubu said on Wednesday, June 11, that he would gladly accept Nyesom Wike into the All Progressives Congress (APC) whenever he decides to join. Wike is currently the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Tinubu made this comment while launching the Arterial Road N16 and other completed projects in the Katampe area […]
Wike Defends FCT’s ₦1.78 Trillion 2025 Statutory Budget Before National Assembly
On May 21, 2025, Barrister Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), went to the National Assembly to explain and defend the FCT’s 2025 budget of ₦1.78 trillion. He said most of the money—about 72%—will be used for building and improving projects around the FCT. The rest, about 28%, will cover […]
Only the blind will accuse Tinubu of non-performance – Wike
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has stated that it would take willful ignorance to claim that President Bola Tinubu has not significantly improved the FCT. During an inspection of various projects in Abuja, Wike expressed his satisfaction with the ongoing transformation under President Tinubu’s administration. He pointed out that the […]
Wike Promises Better 2025 For FCT Residents
As 2024 came to an end, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, reflected on the progress made throughout the year and shared plans for a brighter 2025. His focus remains on improving infrastructure, enforcing compliance, and ensuring development benefits all residents of the FCT. On December 31, 2024, Wike inspected major […]
Wike Approves N1.1 Billion Compensation for Property Owners Affected by Kuje-Airport Road Project
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has approved N1.1 billion in compensation for property owners whose buildings are being affected by the ongoing Kuje Airport Road construction. The road project, which will be a six-lane dual carriageway, aims to improve transportation from Airport Road to Kuje. Wike made this announcement on Tuesday in […]