Tinubu calls for orderly conduct as FCT, Rivers, Kano vote Saturday
President Bola Tinubu has appealed to voters, officials, and security agencies to remain calm and responsible during Saturday’s elections in the Federal Capital Territory, Rivers State, and Kano State. He stressed that peaceful participation is vital for credible polls and strong democracy. In a statement issued by his adviser Bayo Onanuga, the president encouraged eligible […]
Gov Fubara dissolves State Executive Council in Rivers
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has officially dissolved the State Executive Council with immediate effect. The announcement was made on Thursday, bringing the tenure of commissioners and special advisers to an abrupt end. Following the decision, all affected officials have been instructed to hand over their responsibilities to the permanent secretaries or the most senior […]
You’ll reap what you sow – Wike warns betrayers
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has issued a strong warning to politicians and individuals he believes are supporting acts of betrayal, saying such actions will eventually return to haunt them. He made the remarks during a public event where he addressed political loyalty and personal responsibility. Wike stressed that betrayal is not […]
Wike Threatens To Take Over Stadium If Rivers Govt Denies Them Access
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has warned that he may take over a stadium in Rivers State if the state government refuses to grant access for its use. He made the statement while reacting to reports that certain groups aligned with him were being denied entry to the facility for planned activities. […]
Wike not APC leader in Rivers – APC Chieftain, Eze replies Abe
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has rejected claims by former Rivers South-East Senator, Magnus Abe, that Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, is the leader of the APC in Rivers State. Eze described the claim as irrelevant and misleading, insisting that party leadership can only be determined by […]
Fubara: Wike’s candidates win two APC bye-election primaries in Rivers
Ahead of the Ahoada East Constituency II and Khana Constituency II bye-elections in Rivers State, aspirants linked to the camp of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, have emerged as winners of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary elections. The primaries were held on Monday as part of preparations to fill vacant […]
Rivers crisis: Governance reduced to childish politics – Aisha Yesufu
Popular activist, Aisha Yesufu, has criticised the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State, describing it as “childish politics” that has reduced governance to unnecessary drama. She said the situation reflects poor leadership and misplaced priorities among political actors. According to Yesufu, leaders elected to serve the people are instead focused on personal battles and power […]
Fubara’s impeachment plot: Labour Party calls for calm
The Labour Party in Rivers State has appealed for calm and political maturity following the impeachment notice issued against Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The state chairman of the party, Mrs Hilda Dokubo, urged political actors to prioritise peace and the overall interest of Rivers people above personal or partisan ambitions. Speaking after an INEC stakeholders’ meeting […]
INEC opens media accreditation portal for Rivers bye-elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has opened its online portal for media accreditation ahead of the Rivers State bye-elections in the Ahoada East II and Khana II constituencies. The elections are scheduled to hold on February 21, 2026, and the Commission says only accredited media organisations will be allowed to cover the exercise officially. […]
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 […]