9 h. ago Wike Hails Edo Gov Okpebholo’s Supreme Court Victory, Urges Him To Remain Focused

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has hailed the Supreme Court judgement, which affirmied the victory of the Edo State governor, Monday Okpebholo, in the last governorship election in the State. Wike, who urged the governor to remain focused, said he should see the victory as a further call to selfless service to […]

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23 h. ago Wike Orders Operation Sweep Of Miscreants, Street Beggars/Traders, Scavengers, Other Criminal Elements In Abuja

Federal Capital Territory Administration has commenced the evacuation of street beggars/traders, one chance syndicates, miscreants. It was gathered that the directive was given by FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, who ordered that Operation Sweep Abuja of miscreants, street beggars/traders, scavengers and other criminal elements has commenced in Abuja. This was contained in a statement on Wednesday […] The post Wike Orders Operation Sweep Of Miscreants, Street Beggars/Traders, Scavengers, Other Criminal Elements In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago ‘Development Is Minister’s Job, Not Mine’, Senator Ireti Kingibe Speaks On FCT Projects

The Senator representing Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in the National Assembly, Ireti Kingibe, has responded to criticisms regarding the pace of infrastructural development in the nation’s capital, clarifying that her role as a lawmaker does not directly involve execution of projects. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television on Tuesday evening, the lawmaker explained that […]

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30 h. ago FCTA begins clampdown on miscreants, street beggars/traders, others

Tribune Online FCTA begins clampdown on miscreants, street beggars/traders, others ederal Capital Territory (FCT), Minister, Nyesom Wike, has directed that the Federal Capital City (FCC) and the Satellite Towns in the FCT be completely rid of street beggars/traders, “one chance” syndicates, scavengers miscreants and other social nuisances. FCTA begins clampdown on miscreants, street beggars/traders, others Tribune Online

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33 h. ago FCTA Begins To Clear Miscreants, Street Beggars, Traders, Scavengers, Others

The Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has directed that Abuja and the Satellite Towns in the FCT be completely rid of street beggars/traders, ‘one chance’ syndicates, scavengers, miscreants and other social nuisances. Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Minister, Lere Olayinka, said in a statement on Wednesday […]

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61 h. ago Wike resented by FCT residents, LG polls will show he doesn’t control Abuja – Ireti Kingibe

The senator representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ireti Kingibe, has stated that residents resent Nyesom Wike. Kingibe, who spoke on Channels TV’s ‘Political Paradigm’, said the FCT minister is out of touch with the needs of the people. “Most of Abuja is pitch dark. So I go there, put solar lights in between the […] The post Wike resented by FCT residents, LG polls will show he doesn’t control Abuja – Ireti Kingibe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago “You’re Only Planning To Rescue Your Stomach, Not Nigerians” – Wike Tells Coalition Leaders

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has berated organizers of opposition coalition group, planning to unseat President Bola Tinubu in 2027. The FCT Minister noted that the political stakeholders who defected from their various parties to join Africa Democratic Congress, were not interested in rescuing Nigerians from economic hardship and insecurity challenges. Wike […] The post “You’re Only Planning To Rescue Your Stomach, Not Nigerians” – Wike Tells Coalition Leaders appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago We Made N700m In Three Weeks From Newly Renovated Tinubu ICC – Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has revealed that the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre (ICC) generated N700 million within just three weeks of operation. Wike made the disclosure on Sunday during a thanksgiving service held at St. James’ Anglican Church in Asokoro, Abuja, to celebrate the successful completion of […] The post We Made N700m In Three Weeks From Newly Renovated Tinubu ICC – Wike appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago “Tinubu Saw Vision That You’ll Perform As FCT Minister Before Appointing You” – Anglican Cleric Tells Wike

The Vicar of St James Anglican Church, Asokoro, Ben Idume, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing Nyesom Wike as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), describing the move as guided by divine vision. He made the remarks on Sunday during a thanksgiving service held for the successful inauguration of key projects […] The post “Tinubu Saw Vision That You’ll Perform As FCT Minister Before Appointing You” – Anglican Cleric Tells Wike appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago ‘You Want To Rescue Your Stomach, Not Nigeria’, Wike Blasts Opposition Coalition Leaders

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has taken a swipe at the leaders of the Opposition Coalition, accusing them of pursuing personal gain under the guise of rescuing Nigeria. Speaking at a thanksgiving service on Sunday to mark the completion of projects by the FCT Administration to mark President Bola Tinubu’s two […]

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4 d. ago Wike urges Nigerians to pray for Tinubu’s success amid challenges, glorifies God for enabling FCT projects commissioning 

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has called on all Nigerians to fervently pray for President Bola Tinubu’s success, acknowledging the difficult but necessary steps the president is taking to steer the nation toward recovery and progress.  Speaking during a heartfelt thanksgiving service at Saint James Anglican Church […] The post Wike urges Nigerians to pray for Tinubu’s success amid challenges, glorifies God for enabling FCT projects commissioning  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago 2027: Wike Cautions Nigerians Against Propaganda Of Opposition

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has warned Nigerians against falling for opposition propaganda ahead of the 2027 elections, while highlighting the transformative achievements of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Speaking during a thanksgiving service at Saint James Anglican Church in Asokoro, Abuja, the minister cautioned religious leaders against repeating what he called […]

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4 d. ago Completed bus terminals: Wike’s move to reposition public transportation in FCT

Tribune Online Completed bus terminals: Wike’s move to reposition public transportation in FCT The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), under the watch of Nyesom Wike as FCT Minister, in May 2024 awarded the contract for the construction of three modern bus terminals in Mabushi, Kugbo and Central Area. The construction of the bus terminals in Mabushi and Kugbo commenced in July 2024, while that of Central Area commenced […] Completed bus terminals: Wike’s move to reposition public transportation in FCT Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Rivers: “You Have Spiritual Problem” – Wike Attacks Rotimi Amaechi

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has slammed his predecessor, Rotimi Amaechi, suggesting he has a “spiritual problem” for claiming he owns no property. Wike, speaking during an appearance on Politics Today on Channels Television on Fridy, questioned Amaechi’s integrity after the ex-minister claimed he has no houses because he is not corrupt. Wike challenged this, accusing […] The post Rivers: “You Have Spiritual Problem” – Wike Attacks Rotimi Amaechi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Wike says Amaechi’s wife’s company got ‘N4bn’ monthly, demands NDDC report

Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has fired back at his former Rivers State colleague, Rotimi Amaechi, with explosive read more Wike says Amaechi’s wife’s company got ‘N4bn’ monthly, demands NDDC report

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6 d. ago Release NDDC Forensic Audit Report Or I Resign As FCT Minister, Wike Tells Federal Gov’t

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has called on the Federal Government to make public the findings of the forensic audit conducted on the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), daring authorities to release the report or risk his resignation from cabinet. Wike made the bold declaration during an interview on Channels Television’s […]

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6 d. ago Ameachi didn’t make me politically, I risked my life for him — Wike

Tribune Online Ameachi didn’t make me politically, I risked my life for him — Wike Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Barr. Nyesom Wike, has dismissed as false the claim by former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, that he (Amaechi) made him politically. Ameachi didn’t make me politically, I risked my life for him — Wike Tribune Online

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6 d. ago ‘Amaechi Has Spiritual Problem, I Risked My Life To Make Him Gov’, Wike Alleges

Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has claimed that he risked his life and spent all he had to make his predecessor, Rotimi Amaechi, the governor of Rivers State in 2007. During an appearance on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Friday night, Wike made the revelations where he accused Amaechi of deceit, hypocrisy, and […]

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6 d. ago Wike Accuses Amaechi’s Wife Of Misappropriating N4bn NDDC Funds

Former Rivers State governor and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has launched a scathing attack on his predecessor and political rival, Rotimi Amaechi, accusing Amaechi’s wife of misappropriating N4 billion meant for the training of Niger Delta women. Wike made the allegation during an interview on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’, where […]

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6 d. ago Wike’s Unprecedented Transformation Of FCT Deserves Applause – APC Chieftain

A prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Dr Dennis Osahon Aikoriogie, has decried the recent protests against the minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief (Barr.) Nyesom Wike, describing them as unfair and ethnically motivated. He disclosed this in a  statement released on Tuesday.Dr Aikoriogie lauded Wike’s leadership, noting […]

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