Wike undermining, exposing Tinubu to ridicule – Abati

Former presidential aide and media commentator, Reuben Abati, has accused the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, of acting in ways that undermine President Bola Tinubu and expose the presidency to public embarrassment. Abati made the remarks during a media discussion where he analysed recent political developments and public reactions to Wike’s statements […]
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. […]
Christian genocide: ‘Focus on your anaconda music, stop chasing clout’ – Abati slams Nicki Minaj over UN speech

Media personality Reuben Abati has sharply criticized American rapper Nicki Minaj following news of her planned speech at the United Nations on alleged Christian genocide in Nigeria. Abati argued that Minaj has no real understanding of the country’s complex issues and accused her of using the topic to gain attention rather than contribute meaningfully. He […]
‘My political journey miracle’ – Jonathan

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has described his political career as a miracle, saying only God could have made his rise possible. Jonathan made the statement on Friday while speaking at the 60th birthday book launch of his former aide, Dr. Reuben Abati. Jonathan explained that his journey into power was beyond ordinary, noting that he […]
Wike is not in the position to question anyone’s character – Media personality, Reuben Abati, slams FCT Minister over his attack on Peter Obi

Media personality and former presidential aide, Reuben Abati, has criticized FCT Minister Nyesom Wike after the minister said that former PDP member Peter Obi “lacks character” and should not return to the party. Wike claimed Obi coming back to PDP would only harm the party. Wike argued that the PDP is the same party Peter […]
Why Nigerians Shouldn’t Expect Okonjo-Iweala to Tell Tinubu Truth About Economy – Abati

Veteran journalist and former presidential media adviser, Reuben Abati, has criticized Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala after she told President Bola Tinubu that Nigeria’s economy is bouncing back. Abati argued that Nigerians should not expect the Director-General of the World Trade Organization to openly state the harsh realities of the economy to the president. According to him, […]
Aisha Yesufu links Reuben Abati to Goodluck Jonathan’s defeat in 2015 election

Nigerian activist Aisha Yesufu has stirred political conversation online after claiming that Reuben Abati, a former aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, contributed significantly to Jonathan’s defeat in the 2015 presidential election. In a post shared on her X account on Friday, Aisha alleged that Abati was one of the top figures whose actions negatively affected […]
‘You’re hypocrite, leave bad Nigeria alone’ – Reuben Abati slams Kemi Badenoch

Reuben Abati, a popular Nigerian media personality and former aide to the president, has strongly criticized Kemi Badenoch, calling her a hypocrite. According to Abati, Badenoch was only trying to sound politically correct when she complained about not being able to pass her Nigerian citizenship to her children. Badenoch, who is the leader of the […]
President Goodluck Jonathan was demonized successfully because of his weak media led by that garulous and arrogant Reuben Abati – Wike’s media aide, Lere Olayinka

Reuben Abati, a well-known media figure and former presidential aide, has been strongly criticized by Lere Olayinka, who works as the media aide to the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike. Olayinka shared his thoughts on social media, saying that Abati didn’t do a good job when he was in charge of media and publicity […]
I never begged Wike for money — Abati responds to Olayinka’s claims

Reuben Abati, who used to be the presidential spokesperson and now co-hosts The Morning Show on Arise TV, has denied claims made by Lere Olayinka. Olayinka, a media aide to the FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, said Abati and his wife once asked the minister for money. Abati also denied other similar stories that have been […]