The clash, which played out live on Channels TV’s Politics Today, highlights how the PDP remains divided despite the apex court’s decision, with both camps citing the same ruling but reaching…
Channels TV anchor Seun Okinbaloye stated he would not be intimidated by comments made by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and affirmed his commitment to his work.
The Nigerian Union of Journalists and a broadcast association have called on Nyesom Wike to apologize to Channels TV journalist Seun Okinbaloye, whom Wike threatened to 'shoot' for suggesting a one-party state plot.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike is facing intense criticism from media and rights groups after reportedly threatening to 'shoot' a Channels TV anchor during a live broadcast.
The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) and Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) have jointly petitioned President Bola Tinubu, urging an investigation into FCT Minister Nyesom Wike's alleged 'shoot' remark against Channels TV presenter Seun Okinbaloye and broader threats to journalists. They highlight concerns about impunity for human rights violations and disregard for the rule of law.
Nigerian politician Nyesom Wike made controversial remarks, stating he would have 'broken his TV screen to shoot' Channels TV presenter Seun Okinbaloye, following a dispute over the de-recognition of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) executive.