3 h. ago BREAKING: We never took Tinubu to court, PANDEF replies Wike

Accuses minister of blocking peace efforts in Rivers crisis From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has debunked claims by Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike, in a recent media chat, alleging that the organisation took President Bola Tinubu to court  over his position on the Rivers State […] The post BREAKING: We never took Tinubu to court, PANDEF replies Wike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Rivers Crisis: Fubara, Wike Should Accommodate One Another – Prof Ikechukwu

A Strategic Management and Human Capital Development expert, Prof. Okey Ikechukwu, has called on the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike and Governor Siminalayi Fubara to sheathe their swords. Ikechukwu, who was a guest on Channels Television’s Politics Today asked the duo to accommodate one another in resolving the crisis plaguing the oil-rich state. “Both parties should […]

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19 h. ago Wike condemns sabotage of FCT development efforts over compensation

Assures legacy projects ready for Tinubu’s commissioning soon From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed deep concern over attempts by indigenous inhabitants to sabotage government development efforts in Abuja due to compensation and relocation issues. According to a statement issued by the Director of Press, Anthony […] The post Wike condemns sabotage of FCT development efforts over compensation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Wike accuses PDP governors of plot to destroy party, calls NWC ‘stupid’

Says he won’t defect to APC: ‘I’ll stay and fight’ From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) were accused on Wednesday by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, of trying to dismantle the party, calling their actions self-serving and harmful to the opposition’s ability to survive. Wike also attacked […] The post Wike accuses PDP governors of plot to destroy party, calls NWC ‘stupid’ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 h. ago Wike slams Fubara over Tinubu’s peace efforts, says PANDEF unreliable

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja During a media chat on Wednesday in Abuja, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, criticised the Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, for disrespecting President Bola Tinubu’s intervention to bring peace to the state. He addressed the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State, emphasising the importance of […] The post Wike slams Fubara over Tinubu’s peace efforts, says PANDEF unreliable appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago Wike backs impeachment for Fubara, accuses PANDEF of meddling

Nyesom Wike, the minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has weighed in on the ongoing political tension in Rivers read more Wike backs impeachment for Fubara, accuses PANDEF of meddling

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51 h. ago 2023 Polls: We Planned Against Atiku With Bauchi Gov But He Betrayed Us, Wike Alleges

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has opened up about the internal crises within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) prior 2023 general election and currently, accusing Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed, of betrayal. He also claimed that some governors elected on the platform of the PDP were working against the party. During […]

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52 h. ago ‘Let Them Impeach Him’, Wike Reacts To Supreme Court Ruling Against Fubara

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has reacted to the political unrest in Rivers State, saying Governor Siminalayi Fubara should be impeached if he has done something to be impeached. Wike, during a media live chat on Wednesday, expressed frustration over the situation, emphasising the importance of upholding the rule of law […]

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52 h. ago FCT Road Project: We’ll Only Pay Residents Whose Houses Were Affected — Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has defended the ongoing road development project, stating that compensation will only be paid to those whose houses were directly affected by the construction. Speaking during a media live chat on Tuesday, March 12, 2025, Wike clarified that the project aims to enhance community development […]

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3 d. ago Wike Orders Demolition Of Structures Obstructing Road Project In FCT Community

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr Nyesom Wike has ordered the demolition of buildings obstructing the construction of Arterial Road N16 in Gishiri Village of Katampe District in the Federal Capital City (FCC). During a site visit to the community on Tuesday, Wike explained the government’s previous efforts to collaborate with community leaders, […]

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4 d. ago Lombardy Agreement Will Enhance Youth Employment, FCT Economic Growth — Wike

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike has announced that recent agreements reached during his visit to Lombardy, Italy, will lead to increased youth employment and stimulate the economy of the FCT. Wike stated this on Monday while addressing journalists upon his return to Abuja at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, highlighting the […]

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4 d. ago UBEC, Nasarawa govt strengthen collaboration on improved access to basic education

Tribune Online UBEC, Nasarawa govt strengthen collaboration on improved access to basic education At least 15 people have reportedly been killed in a renewed attack on several communities by suspected Fulani herdsmen in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State. UBEC, Nasarawa govt strengthen collaboration on improved access to basic education Tribune Online

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5 d. ago IWD 2025: Women Are Pillars Of Our Homes, We Must Keep Celebrating Them — Wike

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has hailed women for their invaluable contributions to the society, saying that “as pillars of our homes and considering their roles in our society, they are worthy to be celebrated.” The Minister, in his goodwill message on this year’s International Women’s Day (IWD 2025), expressed appreciation to […]

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6 d. ago Natasha woes: Why Sen Ireti can’t fight in the senate – Shehu Sani

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Senator Shehu Sani, who represented Kaduna Central in the 8th Senate, has said that Senator Ireti Kingibe is already facing challenges at home from the FCT Minister, Nyewom Wike, hence picking another battle in the Senate would make her political voyage muddy. The activist-turned-politician position appeared to be in support of […] The post Natasha woes: Why Sen Ireti can’t fight in the senate – Shehu Sani appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Kamrum Farms To Partner Polytechnic For Agricultural Advancement

To enhance agricultural education and production, Kamrum Integrated Farms has announced plans to collaborate with the School of Agricultural Technology, Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic, Samaru Kataf. The Chief Executive Officer of Kamrum Farms, Mr Rijo Shekari, disclosed this on Thursday during a courtesy visit to the school’s management in Samaru Kataf, Zango Kataf Local Government Area […]

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7 d. ago FCT secures Italy’s partnership on vocational training, agriculture

The Federal Capital Territory Administration and the Lombardy Regional Government of Italy have agreed to collaborate on vocational education and agriculture to boost youth empowerment and agricultural development in Abuja. The partnership was disclosed in a statement on Thursday by the Senior Special Assistant to the FCT Minister on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Read More

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7 d. ago Wike in Italy, secures vocational training institute for FCT

Tribune Online Wike in Italy, secures vocational training institute for FCT The President of Lombardy Regional Government in Italy, Attilio Fontana, has promised that his government will collaborate with the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) to strengthen vocational education by establishing a training centre in Abuja and also facilitate training of youths from Abuja in Lombardy. President Fontana, who was speaking during a meeting in Milan, […] Wike in Italy, secures vocational training institute for FCT Tribune Online

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8 d. ago TETFund, British Council collaborate on transnational education

Tribune Online TETFund, British Council collaborate on transnational education THE Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) says it is taking steps to boost transnational education in Nigeria by partnering with British institutions.  This is even as it announced that it would reallocate the savings from its suspended overseas scholarship programme to fund in-house training and capacity-building initiatives for Nigerian institutions, aiming to enhance their educational […] TETFund, British Council collaborate on transnational education Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Poor coordination, weak partnership bane of basic education — UBEC boss

Tribune Online Poor coordination, weak partnership bane of basic education — UBEC boss THE Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Aisha Garba, has attributed the lack of significant development of basic education in Nigeria, to poor coordination and weak partnerships between critical stakeholders in the sector. She particularly lamented what she described as “inconsistent” collaboration among UBEC, States Universal Basic Education Boards (SUBEBs), and State […] Poor coordination, weak partnership bane of basic education — UBEC boss Tribune Online

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8 d. ago FCT minister seeks Italy’s collaboration on education, agric

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has arrived in Milan, Italy, ahead of a series of official engagements, including a meeting with the President of the Lombardy Region, Attilio Fontana, on Thursday. Wike, who departed Abuja on Tuesday night, landed in Milan at about 4:30 a.m. on Wednesday, where he was received Read More

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