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Wike warns PDP: Resolve south-south crisis or forget national convention

Ukpono Ukpong 5 August 2025 0

Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory, has issued a strong warning to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), insisting that the party must resolve the leadership dispute in the south-south before planning any national convention. Speaking during his monthly media chat in Abuja on

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Wike vows to reclaim undeveloped mass housing lands in Abuja

Ukpono Ukpong 5 August 2025 0

Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), says the administration will revoke undeveloped plots allocated for mass housing across Abuja. Speaking during a media chat in Abuja on Monday, Wike described the situation as a blatant abuse of public assets, accusing developers of converting land meant for mass housing into private business ventures. […]

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FCTA to begin mandatory hepatitis tests for all food vendors in Abuja

Ukpono Ukpong 31 July 2025 0

Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has announced plans to commence mandatory hepatitis screening for food vendors operating in the nation’s capital. The screening exercise, which will target food handlers in restaurants, markets, bakeries, and canteens, is aimed at curbing the spread of hepatitis and reinforcing food safety in Abuja. This was disclosed in a

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Wike approves panels to audit dubious land deals in Abuja

Ukpono Ukpong 28 July 2025 0

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has approved the formation of vetting committees to sanitise land administration in Abuja. The committees will focus on the sale of federal government houses, titling of designated park plots, and the management of related land parcels. Chijioke Nwankwoeze, FCT director of land administration, inaugurated the panels in

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UNIPORT names convocation arena after Wike, honours him with doctorate degree

Ukpono Ukpong 26 July 2025 0

The University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT), Rivers State, has named its newly constructed convocation arena after Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT) and former governor of the state. The ultra-modern arena, built under Wike’s administration as governor, was officially inaugurated on Saturday by Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, retired vice admiral and sole

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Supreme Court victory: Wike congratulates Okpebholo, seeks inclusive governance

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 11 July 2025 0

By Ukpono Ukpong The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has hailed the Supreme Court judgment, affirming the victory of the Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, in the September last year’s governorship election in the State. Wike, who urged the Governor to remain focused, said he should see the victory as a further call […]

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We won’t hand power to liars with hidden luxuries — Wike fires ‘Obi’, ‘Amaechi’

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 June 2025 0

By Ukpono Ukpong The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has issued a scathing rebuke against unnamed political figures, accusing them of hypocrisy and deception in their quest for power. Speaking during the commissioning of the Kugbo Bus Terminal in Abuja, Wike declared that Nigerians would not entrust power to those who […]

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Projects, not propaganda will win votes in Abuja — Wike

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 25 June 2025 0

By Ukpono Ukpong The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared that the numerous infrastructural projects being delivered in Abuja under the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu are enough to speak for the administration, warning political opponents not to waste funds on campaigns ahead of the area council elections. […]

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Tinubu’s performance kills coalition, raises public confidence – Wike

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 12 June 2025 0

By Ukpono Ukpong The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s achievements in office have effectively dismantled opposition alliances and rekindled public trust in governance. Speaking during the commissioning of Arterial Road N16 (Shehu Shagari Way) from Ring Road 1 (Nnamdi Azikiwe Way) to Arterial Road

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Wike, PDP Stakeholders Insist on Anyanwu, Southern Presidency in 2027

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 10 June 2025 0

By Ukpono Ukpong Prominent leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), including the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, have reaffirmed their support for Senator Samuel Anyanwu as the National Secretary of the party and demanded that the party’s 2027 presidential ticket be zoned to the South. This resolution formed part of […]

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Tinubu remains only leader that’ll drive Nigeria to progress, prosperity – Wike

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 6 June 2025 0

By Ukpono Ukpong The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared that President Bola Tinubu remains the only leader capable of driving Nigeria towards genuine progress and lasting prosperity. Wike made this assertion yesterday while delivering the 2025 Distinguished Personality Lecture titled “The Nigeria of Our Dreams” at Obafemi Awolowo

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Wike meets Kpaduma, Guzape Chiefs, promises fair compensation for evacuees

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 4 June 2025 0

By Ukpono Ukpong The FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, yesterday met with the traditional chiefs and representatives of the Kpaduma and Guzape communities over the ongoing road construction project and the concerns raised regarding the evacuation of affected villagers. The meeting, which took place at the FCT Minister’s conference room in Lifecamp, was convened at the […]

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Wike meets Kpaduma, Guzape Chiefs, promises fair compensation for evacuees

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 3 June 2025 0

By Ukpono Ukpong The FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, yesterday met with the traditional chiefs and representatives of the Kpaduma and Guzape communities over the ongoing road construction project and the concerns raised regarding the evacuation of affected villagers. The meeting, which took place at the FCT Minister’s conference room in Lifecamp, was convened at the […]

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Wike to George: If idle, stay at home and read The Dailies

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 3 June 2025 0

By Agency Report The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Monday, took a swipe at a member of the Peoples Democratic Party’s Board of Trustees, Bode George, over his comment on the ground rent the PDP owes the Federal Capital Territory Administration. The BoT member had last Tuesday said Wike should have […]

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I’m an asset to Tinubu’s victory, will lead APC campaign in Rivers

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 3 June 2025 0

By Ukpono Ukpong The FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has declared himself a critical factor in President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, asserting that he is “an asset” to the President’s political future. Speaking during a media chat in Abuja, Wike emphasized his value and dismissed detractors questioning his loyalty to the Peoples Democratic Party […]

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Nwuche hails Tinubu, Wike for transformational projects across FCT

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 31 May 2025 0

…says Abuja has come back to life By Ukpono Ukpong Former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Prince Chibudom Nwuche, has praised the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, for the unprecedented scale and speed of infrastructural development across Abuja, describing the city as “coming back to life” under the current administration. Speaking on Saturday

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Wike urges residents to protect infrastructure, support government efforts

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 31 May 2025 0

…says roads key to food security, development By Ukpono Ukpong The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has called on residents to take ownership of public infrastructure in their communities and support government efforts by safeguarding these facilities for sustainability. Wike gave the charge yesterday while inspecting key road projects in

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Wike credits Tinubu’s leadership for unprecedented FCT development

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 30 May 2025 0

By Ukpono Ukpong Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has attributed the ongoing wave of infrastructural transformation in the FCT to the leadership style and commitment of President Bola Tinubu. He said the president’s Renewed Hope Agenda is yielding visible results in Abuja, describing the scale and quality of ongoing projects as

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Ground Rent: Wike vows tough action, says blackmail won’t stop crackdown

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 29 May 2025 0

By Ukpono Ukpong As Nigeria marks the second anniversary of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed his commitment to holding ground rent defaulters accountable, warning that no form of blackmail will deter his resolve to ensure compliance. Speaking during an inspection tour of key

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Wike dismisses suicide bomber claim, assures Abuja’s residents of safety

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 29 May 2025 0

By Ukpono Ukpong Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has debunked reports linking a recent explosion in Abuja to a suicide bombing, urging the public to avoid spreading false narratives that could spark panic among residents. Speaking during a tour of ongoing projects in the FCT, Wike warned against misrepresenting security reports […]