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Wike Left Huge Debts for Rivers State – Fubara

15May

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Economy, Finance, News, Niger Delta, Nigeria

Wike Left Huge Debts for Rivers State – Fubara

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, revealed that his administration inherited substantial debt from the previous government led by Nyesom Wike. The disclosure, made on Tuesday, highlighted the challenges faced by Fubara’s administration in settling outstanding payments to contractors who executed projects under Wike’s tenure. According to Governor Fubara, numerous contractors engaged by the previous administration have been demanding their balance payments, amounting to billions of naira. This revelation has intensified the ongoing feud between Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, adding another layer to their already strained relationship. During his tenure, Nyesom Wike, often referred to as "Mr. Projects," undertook a plethora of developmental initiatives, including the...

Rivers Assembly Relocated to Government House Amidst Political Turmoil

11May

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Elections, Legislature, News, Nigeria

Rivers Assembly Relocated to Government House Amidst Political Turmoil

In a move that has further intensified the political crisis in Rivers State, Governor Siminalayi Fubara has issued Executive Order 001, dated October 30, 2023, mandating the temporary relocation of the state House of Assembly's proceedings to the Government House Auditorium. The decision comes in the wake of a fire incident on October 29, 2023, which severely damaged the hallowed chambers of the Assembly, rendering it unsafe for legislative activities. The governor's gazette cited the need for urgent repairs, renovations, and reconstruction of the damaged chambers as the primary reason for the relocation. The relocation order has sparked controversy, especially considering the ongoing political rift between Governor Fubara and Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territo...

APC Calls for Impeachment of Rivers Governor Amid Political Turmoil

8May

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Elections, News, Niger Delta, Nigeria

APC Calls for Impeachment of Rivers Governor Amid Political Turmoil

The caretaker committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has urged the state's House of Assembly to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara. This call comes after a previous notice of impeachment was withdrawn in December following intervention by President Bola Tinubu in a dispute between Fubara and Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The ongoing feud between Fubara and Wike revolves around control of Rivers' political structure. Speaking at a press conference in Port Harcourt, Tony Okocha, the APC state chairman, accused Governor Fubara of disrespecting President Tinubu. Okocha emphasized the party's refusal to tolerate such behavior, stating that it would be "foolhardy" to allow someone to insult the President in their presence. S...

Wike: I Didn’t Buy Any New Car as FCT Minister

23Aug

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Economy, News, Nigeria, Press Statement

Wike: I Didn’t Buy Any New Car as FCT Minister

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) issued a statement to address news articles and broadcasts involving the new FCT Minister, Barr. Ezenwo Nyesom Wike. Amidst sensationalist headlines, the FCTA aimed to set the record straight and provide accurate information to the public. The statement addresses recent claims that Minister Wike is initiating a large-scale demolition operation targeting 6000 houses across 30 settlements in Abuja, including Wadata Plaza. The FCTA refutes these allegations, stating that they lack any factual basis. The FCTA criticized mainstream newspaper headlines that attributed quotes and claims to the Minister that he did not make. It emphasizes that the Minister did not publicly mention specific areas or numbers of structures to be removed. His ...

Tinubu Gets the Backing of Ibori, Wike, Makinde on Subsidy Removal

3Jun

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Economy, News, Nigeria, Petroleum

Tinubu Gets the Backing of Ibori, Wike, Makinde on Subsidy Removal

In a surprising move, three members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have thrown their support behind President Bola Tinubu on the removal of petroleum subsidy. The Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, immediate past governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, and former governor of Delta State, James Ibori, made this known during their visit to the Presidential Villa, Abuja on Friday. During the visit, Makinde stated that they were there to let the president know that he has the support of the generality of the people. On the subsidy issue, Makinde said, “We discussed it. It’s something that is on top of public discussion right now. We know it’s a tough decision for the people and he needs the support of everybody to see this through.” The PDP chieftain, Ibori, and Tinubu served as go...

PDP Crisis: Ayu Won’t Resign, Atiku Tells Wike

22Sep

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News

PDP Crisis: Ayu Won’t Resign, Atiku Tells Wike

The Presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, says the PDP National Chairman, Dr. Iyorchia Ayu would not step down as requested by Rivers Governor, Nyesom Wike. The Rivers Governor and other PDP Governors belonging to his camp demanded that Ayu resigned and stepped down from his position as the PDP National Chairman. See Also: Atiku Urges INEC to Conduct Credible Elections in 2023 The demand from Wike had resulted in a conflict within the party with Atiku now advising the party chieftains to reconsider their decisions. In a statement on Wednesday, Atiku said: “On the calls for the resignation or removal from office of our national chairman, however, I must reiterate what I have said severally in public and in private; the decision for D...

Breaking News: Atiku Picks Okowa Over Wike for VP

16Jun

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Breaking News: Atiku Picks Okowa Over Wike for VP

It's now official and all speculations have ended as Atiku picks Okowa as his running mate. For days, there have been rumours and counter rumours about who will emerge as the running mate for PDP's presidential candidate. See Also: Okowa Likely to be Announced Atiku’s Running Mate Commenting on his choice, he noted that the candidate had to meet certain requirements which include, ability to complement him as the President while also having what it takes to be the President. Atiku's Tweet As the speculations are now laid to rest with the choice of Ifeanyi Okowa, governor of Delta state over Nyesom Wike, governor of Rivers State. Nigerians will now be paying close attention to how Wike will respond to this. It's no secret that this is something he wants so much. Sourc...

Presidency: Consensus Candidate Is Rubbish, Deceptive – Wike

14Apr

By Chinedu IbeakanmaNo Comments

Elections, News, Nigeria

Presidency: Consensus Candidate Is Rubbish, Deceptive – Wike

Nyesom Wike Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State has faulted the arrangement for a consensus Presidential candidate in the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. Wike described the consensus arrangement as rubbish and fake news used in deceiving PDP members. Speaking with PDP delegates and members in Calabar, the Cross River State capital, on Wednesday, the Presidential aspirant said consensus could only happen through equity, justice, and fairness. He recalled telling a former Senate President that he would not support a consensus arraignment in PDP. According to Wike: “I am not here for any consensus rubbish. I have told people not to deceive our party members with fake news about consensus. We all believe in consensus, but it must come with equity, justice, and fairness. Read...

PDP Ready To Approach Supreme Court To Reclaim Mandate – Wike Warns Umahi

13Mar

By Obiajulu Joel NwoluNo Comments

Judiciary, News, Nigeria

PDP Ready To Approach Supreme Court To Reclaim Mandate – Wike Warns Umahi

Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State, on Saturday, said the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, is ready to reclaim its mandate from Governor Dave Umahi of Ebonyi State. Wike said the PDP was ready to approach the Supreme Court to reclaim its mandate from Umahi. He spoke during the inauguration of the Eastern Bypass Road in Port Harcourt, the state capital. According to Wike, “If our party has done this earlier when people were leaving in the National Assembly, we won’t have had the problem we are having today. “That is one of the problems of party leadership. People cannot come out and take the bull by the horns. So, Governor Umahi, be rest assured that PDP will continue this matter down to Supreme Court. We will continue with the matter. “You carry the votes of another par...