Wike-backed PDP NWC inaugurates LG caretaker committees in Lagos
The factional Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Working Committee (NWC) loyal to Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Mr. Nyesom Wike, has inaugurated Local Government Area (LGA) Caretaker Committees across all 20 council areas in Lagos State. The inauguration, which took place on Wednesday, highlights the ongoing national leadership crisis within the party. The Wike-aligned […]
Nobody in FCTA is owed salary, I’ve been paid for December – Wike’s aide
An aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims that staff of the FCTA are being owed salaries. According to the aide, there are no outstanding salary payments within the administration, contrary to rumours circulating in some quarters. Speaking on the issue, the aide stated clearly that he had […]
You can’t sack me, Wike from politics – Fayose to critics
Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has responded to growing calls for him to step away from active politics, saying no individual or group has the power to remove him from the political space. Fayose made the statement while reacting to comments from critics and political rivals who suggested he should withdraw from public affairs. […]
Wike returns to FCT after 17 days in Rivers
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has returned to Abuja after spending 17 days in Rivers State on a political thank-you tour across several local government areas. The visit allowed him to reconnect with supporters and strengthen his political base in the state. During the tour, Wike openly spoke about national politics […]
Former SSG to Rivers govt denies alleged involvement in assassination plot
Former Secretary to the Rivers State Government, Dr Tammy Danagogo, has dismissed claims linking him to an alleged plot to assassinate the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. He described the reports circulating online as completely false and said they were created to damage his name and mislead the public. In a statement […]
Turaki-led PDP collapses structure into Wike’s faction in Rivers
The Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State has officially merged with the camp loyal to Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. The move marks a significant realignment in the state’s political landscape ahead of upcoming elections. Leaders of the Turaki faction confirmed the integration during a meeting held […]
Uche Secondus, Austin Opara, two other Rivers leaders back Fubara
Several political leaders in Rivers State have publicly shown their support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara amid his ongoing disagreement with Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike. The backing comes from influential figures, including Prince Uche Secondus, Rt. Hon. Austin Opara, Alabo Abiye Sekibo, and former Governor Sir Celestine Omehia. Governor Fubara announced their support during […]
Abati Slams Lere Olayinka For Kneeling For Wike
Veteran journalist and Arise Television presenter, Reuben Abati, has criticised Lere Olayinka, a media aide to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, over a video showing him kneeling before his boss. Abati described the act as an unhealthy example of political loyalty taken too far, saying it sends the wrong message about leadership and public service. […]
Wike’s PDP faction appoints Caretaker Committee in Oyo
A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) linked to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has announced the appointment of a Caretaker Committee to oversee party affairs in Oyo State. The move is part of ongoing disagreements within the party over leadership and control of party structures at the state level. […]
Makinde worked against Adeleke, will dump PDP after 2027 – Wike’s aide, Olayinka
Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, has described Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde as a serial defector who is likely to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) after the 2027 elections. Olayinka made the claim on social media, citing Makinde’s history of switching parties over the years. According […]