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‘Listening government’ — Wike hails Tinubu as work begins on Abuja access road

Ukpono Ukpong 30 September 2025 0

Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), has said President Bola Tinubu approved the construction of a seven-kilometre access road to Tunga Madaki after residents complained of neglect despite ceding their land for the second runway of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International

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Fubara addresses state residents, pledges cooperation with Rivers assembly

Awwal Owolabi 19 September 2025 0

Siminalayi Fubara, Rivers State Governor, has pledged to work harmoniously with the State House of Assembly in order to recover lost ground and accelerate the state’s social and economic development. In a statewide broadcast on Friday, Fubara described the last six months of emergency rule as one of the most difficult periods in Rivers’ history. […]

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Wike says he has forgiven Fubara, declares peace restoration in Rivers

Awwal Owolabi 19 September 2025 0

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, confirmed that peace has returned to Rivers State following the lifting of emergency rule by President Bola Tinubu. Speaking on Channels TV’s Politics Today, on Thursday, Wike disclosed that he spoke with Governor Siminalayi Fubara on Wednesday, hours before the president’s announcement. “As I speak to you, […]

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Fubara Returns As Tinubu Suspends Emergency Rule In Rivers 

Tunde Opalana 18 September 2025 0

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday suspended the six months emergency rule in Rivers State, thereby restoring democratic governance. In a personally signed statement,  the President hinged his lifting of ban on  intelligence available to him, indicating “a robust readiness, and potent enthusiasm on the part of all the stakeholders in Rivers State for an immediate […]

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FCT Minister praises Tinubu for lifting emergency rule in Rivers

Ukpono Ukpong 18 September 2025 0

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has hailed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for restoring democratic governance to Rivers State by lifting the emergency rule imposed on the State. The Minister, who said the President has once again demonstrated his total commitment to peace and sustenance of democracy in the country, said his proactive action […]

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Wike appoints Nancy Nathan as acting FCTA head of service

Ukpono Ukpong 9 September 2025 0

Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), has appointed Nancy Sabanti Nathan as the acting head of service of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). The appointment follows the death of Grace Adayilo, the former head of service, last week. The announcement was contained in a statement issued by Lere Olayinka, Senior Special […]

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Makinde on Wike: Politics shouldn’t be about going Into the gutters

Awwal Owolabi 22 August 2025 0

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has its leaders at loggerheads over the planned national convention as Governor Seyi Makinde aims a dig at Nyesom Wike. Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo state, made a snide remark at the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, after the party’s southern consultative zoning meeting in Lagos on Thursday. On Wednesday, Wike […]

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Nyesome Wike: Amaechi has no respect for the rule of law

Awwal Owolabi 20 August 2025 0

Nyesome Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), has criticized Rotimi Amaechi’s moral and political values, claiming that he has no respect for the judiciary or rule of law. Wike made the statement on Tuesday during his appearance on ‘Politics Today’, as he verbally attacks the personality of the man whom he succeeded as […]

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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 Monday, Wike said the party’s refusal to recognise Dan Orbih […]

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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 […]