The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed willingness to reconcile with the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Sim Fubara—provided Fubara offers a sincere apology for the ongoing political turmoil in the state. Tensions between Wike and Fubara have persisted since Fubara assumed office in 2023, resulting …
Wike Slams Pdp Governors Forum, Predicts Another 2023-Style Defeat
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has criticized the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, accusing them of insincerity in their recent political strategies. Speaking at a media briefing in Abuja, Wike took aim at Atiku’s call for a coalition of opposition parties to …
Falana Urges Tinubu To Sack Rivers Administrator Over Rule Breach
Prominent human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), has called on President Bola Tinubu to immediately remove Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd.) as the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, accusing him of violating the terms of his appointment and breaching presidential directives. In a statement issued on Thursday, April 17, Falana pointed to …
Wike: I Preferred Fubara’s Removal Over Emergency Rule
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has expressed support for President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, while stating he would have preferred the outright removal of Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Wike made the remarks during a media chat in Abuja on Friday, April 18. President Tinubu …
Akpabio Endorses Governor Eno For Second Term
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has publicly endorsed Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State for a second term in 2027, marking a notable bipartisan gesture in the state’s political scene. Akpabio, a leading figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC), conveyed his support through his wife, Mrs. Ekaette Unoma Akpabio, during a …
Wike: PDP Not Ready For 2027 Elections
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is not adequately prepared for the 2027 general elections. According to him, the party lacks the solid structure needed to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) effectively. Wike made this statement during …
Rivers: Tinubu’s Actions, Threat To Nigeria’s Democracy, Says CUPP
The Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP), has described the emergency rule in Rivers State, as well as the appointment of a retired military chief as sole administrator as a threat to democracy in the country. National Secretary of the CUPP, Chief Peter Ameh, Monday in Abuja, expressed concern at “the slow and steady dismantling …
President Trump plans to close some US embassies in Africa to reduce the country’s diplomatic presence abroad
The Trump administration is reportedly considering shutting down nearly 30 embassies and consulates worldwide, including several in Africa, as part of a sweeping plan to reduce the country’s diplomatic presence abroad. This was disclosed in an internal document from the US State Department, obtained by CNN. The document states that the embassies in the Republic …
US Supreme Court to hear challenge to Trump’s plan to end Birthright Citizenship
The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear oral arguments on May 15 in a case challenging US President Donald Trump’s plan to end birthright citizenship for most individuals born in the United States. While the Court declined the Trump administration’s request to immediately implement the policy, its decision to take up the case marks …
PDP Confirms Aziegbemi As Edo Leader
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has reaffirmed that Tony Aziegbemi is the recognized head of its Caretaker Committee in Edo State. This clarification follows growing internal disagreements, with some party members opposing the Aziegbemi-led committee. In a statement released on Thursday by PDP National Publicity …