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Pantami Secures Gombe PDP Governorship Ticket Amid Controversy
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ngvanguard-ng19d ago3 sources

Pantami Secures Gombe PDP Governorship Ticket Amid Controversy

Aliyu Pantami has clinched the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship ticket for Gombe State, a move that has sparked controversy following his defection from the APC. His nomination is particularly noted as coming from a faction of the PDP led by Governor Nyesom Wike.

Wike Mocks Fubara Over Breach of Impeachment and Peace Agreements
Worldpunch-ngvanguard-ng20d ago2 sources

Wike Mocks Fubara Over Breach of Impeachment and Peace Agreements

Nyesom Wike revealed Siminalayi Fubara’s withdrawal from the 2027 Rivers State governorship race was part of a peace agreement, and later mocked Fubara for allegedly breaching an impeachment agreement, highlighting ongoing political tensions.

Rivers APC Rejects Fubara Loyalists, Deepening Wike Rift
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

Rivers APC Rejects Fubara Loyalists, Deepening Wike Rift

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State rejected 32 loyalists of Governor Fubara during a screening process, a decision that further deepens the political rift between Governor Fubara and Nyesom Wike. Wike, however, publicly distanced himself from the screening exercise.

Wike Predicts Atiku Abubakar Will Recontest in 2031
Worldvanguard-ng1mo ago

Wike Predicts Atiku Abubakar Will Recontest in 2031

Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike criticized former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, branding him a habitual election contestant. Wike predicted that Abubakar would recontest in 2031 despite his repeated bids yielding no success.

Nigerian groups petition Tinubu over Wike's 'shoot' remark and threats to journalists
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng2mo ago2 sources

Nigerian groups petition Tinubu over Wike's 'shoot' remark and threats to journalists

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.

PDP National Convention Opens Amid Internal Rift
WorldPremium Timesvanguard-ng2mo ago2 sources

PDP National Convention Opens Amid Internal Rift

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national convention has commenced, but is marked by a significant internal rift. Key figures like Nyesom Wike are asserting control, while other factions, such as the Turaki bloc, are reportedly staying away, highlighting divisions within the party.

FCT Polls: Wike elevates Kwali traditional stool to first-class status
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

FCT Polls: Wike elevates Kwali traditional stool to first-class status

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Impressed by the outcome of the February 21 Area Council election in the nation’s capital, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, has announced the immediate elevation of the Etsu Kwali to a first-class chieftaincy, framing the move as a reward for the community’s unwavering loyalty to the current administration. […] The post FCT Polls: Wike elevates Kwali traditional stool to first-class status appeared first on Vanguard News.

APC Defends Wike's Right to Campaign in FCT Poll
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

APC Defends Wike's Right to Campaign in FCT Poll

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has addressed the controversy surrounding Nyesom Wike's support for APC candidates in the February 21 FCT Area Council elections, stating he has the right to campaign for any candidate he chooses.

FCT Council Polls: APC Victory, Electoral Fraud, and Political Reactions
Politicspunch-ng3mo ago

FCT Council Polls: APC Victory, Electoral Fraud, and Political Reactions

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) council polls saw the All Progressives Congress (APC) secure victory in five of six councils, leading to reactions from FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo. The EFCC also arrested 20 suspects for electoral fraud, including vote buying, recovering over N17 million in cash during the polls.

Wike and Yesufu Clash Over Failed FCT Senate Bid
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ng14d ago2 sources

Wike and Yesufu Clash Over Failed FCT Senate Bid

Nyesom Wike and Aisha Yesufu have engaged in a public dispute regarding Yesufu's unsuccessful bid for the FCT Senate seat. Oby Ezekwesili also commented on Aisha Yesufu's failed political campaign.

Wike Bars Unrecognized Party Factions from Abuja Event Centres
Worldvanguard-ng16d ago

Wike Bars Unrecognized Party Factions from Abuja Event Centres

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has prohibited event centers and hotels in Abuja from hosting political party factions not recognized by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). This directive aims to ensure order and proper record-keeping for political gatherings.

Politicspunch-ng19d ago

Wike Predicts FCT Projects Will Boost APC's 2027 Election Chances

Nyesom Wike stated that the projects in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) will significantly influence votes for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 elections. This comes as President Tinubu hosted various governors and political figures in Lagos following the APC presidential nomination.

Wike Defends Visit to APC National Chairman
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago3 sources

Wike Defends Visit to APC National Chairman

Nyesom Wike, former Rivers State governor, defended his recent visit to the All Progressives Congress (APC) national chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, dismissing political speculations surrounding the meeting. He clarified the reasons for their discussion, stating it was not politically motivated.

Wike Mocks Peter Obi for Dumping Labour Party
Politicsvanguard-ng2mo ago

Wike Mocks Peter Obi for Dumping Labour Party

Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has mocked former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, stating that he lacks the leadership courage to manage internal party crises after Obi's departure from the party.

PDP Factions Explore Lasting Resolution to Internal Crisis
PoliticsPremium Timespunch-ngvanguard-ng2mo ago3 sources

PDP Factions Explore Lasting Resolution to Internal Crisis

Factions within Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are exploring various pathways toward a lasting resolution of their internal crisis, with peace talks initiated among groups including those loyal to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.

Politicspunch-ng2mo ago

Wike Camp Disowns Ekiti PDP Gov Candidate Amid Leadership Crisis

Tensions have escalated within the Ekiti PDP as Nyesom Wike’s camp disowns the governorship candidate, fueling a deep leadership and factional crisis. This follows earlier clashes between factions loyal to Wike and Taminu Turaki over the party's leadership and candidate for the upcoming election.

Wike Camp Affirms PDP Convention Will Proceed Despite Internal Crisis
Politicsyle-uutisetpunch-ngvanguard-ng+1helsinki-times2mo ago4 sources

Wike Camp Affirms PDP Convention Will Proceed Despite Internal Crisis

A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) loyal to Nyesom Wike is consolidating its control by holding state congresses in preparation for a national convention. The Wike-aligned faction has now declared there is 'no going back' on the National Convention, asserting it will proceed despite internal tensions and ongoing reconciliation talks.

Why I clashed with Makinde – Ex-deputy gov Gbolarumi
Politicsvanguard-ng2mo ago

Why I clashed with Makinde – Ex-deputy gov Gbolarumi

The PDP chieftain, who is loyal to the Nyesom Wike faction of the party, said that hitherto his relationship with Gov. Makinde was quite cordial. The post Why I clashed with Makinde – Ex-deputy gov Gbolarumi appeared first on Vanguard News.

Makinde group urges Wike allies to return to ‘PDP mainstream’
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

Makinde group urges Wike allies to return to ‘PDP mainstream’

The Seyi Makinde Disciples, a political support group, has urged members of a factional caretaker committee backed by Minister Nyesom Wike to return to the party’s mainstream leadership. Convener of the group, Mr Laja Adeoye, made the appeal on Thursday in Lagos during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). Adeoye said the […] The post Makinde group urges Wike allies to return to ‘PDP mainstream’ appeared first on Vanguard News.

FCT Polls: Running in PDP was a big risk – Wike
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

FCT Polls: Running in PDP was a big risk – Wike

Federal Capital Territory FCT minister, Nyesom Wike has declared that peace has now returned to his state, Rivers, following President Bola Tinubu's mediating influence on him and Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The post FCT Polls: Running in PDP was a big risk – Wike appeared first on Vanguard News.

Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

Wike Criticizes Obi and Governor Fubara

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, publicly criticized Peter Obi, stating he is "looking for where food is ready," and also slammed Governor Fubara for prioritizing his 2027 ambition over the state's budget presentation.

Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

FCT Teachers Deliberate on Strike After Meeting with Minister Wike

Teachers in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory are continuing their strike and are set to decide on its future after a meeting with Minister Nyesom Wike regarding unpaid allowances and welfare issues. The union is currently deliberating the outcome of the productive discussion.

Wike Urges PDP to Reclaim Defectors, Strengthen Opposition
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago2 sources

Wike Urges PDP to Reclaim Defectors, Strengthen Opposition

Nyesom Wike has urged the National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to focus on reclaiming defecting members and strengthening its role as an opposition party. He emphasized the importance of rebuilding the party ahead of the 2027 elections.

Politicspunch-ng2mo ago

FCT Minister Wike Warns Contractors Over Project Deadlines

Nigeria's Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has issued a stern warning to contractors handling major infrastructure projects in Abuja, insisting on a June deadline for completion ahead of President Bola Tinubu’s third anniversary.

Police Unseal PDP Headquarters in Nigeria
Politicsvanguard-ng2mo ago

Police Unseal PDP Headquarters in Nigeria

Nigerian police have unsealed the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) headquarters, enforcing a court order. This action signals the Nyesom Wike-aligned leadership has regained control after days of internal tension.

INEC Recognizes Wike-backed PDP Faction Amid Condemnation and Deepening Crisis
Politicsguardian-ngvanguard-ng2mo ago2 sources

INEC Recognizes Wike-backed PDP Faction Amid Condemnation and Deepening Crisis

Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has formally recognized the faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Working Committee (NWC) backed by Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), as the party's factional crisis deepens, a move condemned by former Deputy National Chairman Chief Olabode George as deceitful and dishonest.

PDP Faction Re-elects Mohammed, Anyanwu as Leaders at National Convention
PoliticsPremium Timesvanguard-ng2mo ago2 sources

PDP Faction Re-elects Mohammed, Anyanwu as Leaders at National Convention

A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) aligned with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has re-elected Abdulrahman Mohammed and Samuel Anyanwu as national chairman and secretary, respectively, at the party’s national convention in Abuja, with over 2,000 delegates endorsing the 22-member National Working Committee.

PDP convention will hold as scheduled – Wike
Politicsvanguard-ng2mo ago

PDP convention will hold as scheduled – Wike

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims of deep-seated factionalism within the Peoples Democratic Party PDP, asserting that the party…

APC Chieftain Urges Tinubu to Appoint Wike as 2027 Campaign DG
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng2mo ago2 sources

APC Chieftain Urges Tinubu to Appoint Wike as 2027 Campaign DG

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, Princewill Dike, has called on President Bola Tinubu to appoint the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, as the Director-General for his 2027 presidential campaign, stating Wike is the most qualified.

Wike’s ally, Abuja strongman, Philip Aduda quits PDP
Politicsvanguard-ng2mo ago

Wike’s ally, Abuja strongman, Philip Aduda quits PDP

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The Peoples Democratic Party PDP suffered a major blow in the Federal Capital Territory FCT on Tuesday as former Senate Minority Leader, Senator Philip Tanimu Aduda, formally resigned his membership in the party. Aduda, an ally of the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, represented the FCT in the National Assembly for several […] The post Wike’s ally, Abuja strongman, Philip Aduda quits PDP appeared first on Vanguard News.

Osun PDP group seeks Wike’s intervention
Politicspunch-ng3mo ago

Osun PDP group seeks Wike’s intervention

A PDP group in Osun State urges Nyesom Wike and the national leadership to intervene in the party crisis and dissolve the state’s leadership committee. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-pdp-group-seeks-wikes-intervention/

Wike demands PDP unity after Appellate Court win
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

Wike demands PDP unity after Appellate Court win

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike, has described Monday's Court of Appeal judgment regarding the Peoples Democratic Party PDP Ibadan convention as a victory for the rule of…

Wike Confirms Appointment of 1,659 FCTA Workers
PoliticsPremium Timesguardian-ng3mo ago2 sources

Wike Confirms Appointment of 1,659 FCTA Workers

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), has confirmed the appointment of 1,659 workers, some of whom were employed as far back as 2016 and 2019.

Bode George to Tinubu: Stop Wike before it’s too late
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

Bode George to Tinubu: Stop Wike before it’s too late

FORMER Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Chief Olabode George, Tuesday, urged President Bola Tinubu to call the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Mr Nyesom Wike, to order, saying his (Wike’s) conduct during Saturday's election in Abuja was a complete embarrassment to Nigerians. The post Bode George to Tinubu: Stop Wike before it’s too late appeared first on Vanguard News.

Wike Nullifies 485 FCT Land Titles
Politicsvanguard-ng3mo ago

Wike Nullifies 485 FCT Land Titles

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, has approved the nullification and cancellation of 485 land title applications after they failed integrity checks.