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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 […]

Wike expresses displeasure over slow pace of work at Abuja court complex project

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed disappointment over the slow progress at the Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal building located in Dakibiyu, Jabi District. Wike made this known on Monday after he visited the construction site of the Appeal Court complex as well as the Judges’ Quarters […]

2027: Those Fronting Jonathan Bent On Causing National Crisis, Says Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has warned that those urging former President Goodluck Jonathan to contest in the 2027 presidential election are trying to push Nigeria into crisis. Speaking on Politics Today on Channels Television on Wednesday night in Abuja, Wike said it was ironic that the same people who […]

Nyesom Wike reacts to reports claiming he is ill and suffered a heart attack (video)

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has spoken about the claims making rounds that he suffered a heart attack. Recently, there were strong rumours that the former governor of Rivers State was very sick and battling health issues after allegedly having a heart attack. Speaking during the commissioning of a project […]

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 […]

I won’t allow you, expect my response soon – Wike fires back at Tambuwal

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reacted strongly to comments made by Senator Aminu Tambuwal, representing Sokoto South, during a recent interview. Tambuwal had criticized both Wike and President Bola Tinubu, sparking Wike’s promise of a firm response. Wike insisted that he would not let Tambuwal’s remarks slide. According to him, […]