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2023: If I was playing anti party PDP wouldn’t have won Governorship – Wike
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has reiterated his stance that he did not participate in anti-party activities during the last general elections. He argued that the Peoples Democratic Party PDP would not have secured the governorship and National Assembly seats in Rivers State if he had truly worked against the party, despite his support for President Bola Tinubu. During his monthly press briefing in Abuja on Monday, Wike explained that…
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2027: It’s not going to be about your defections but your scorecards- PDP spokesman warns Tinubu
Debo Ologunagba, the National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party PDP has issued a caution to the President Bola Tinubu-led All Progressives Congress APC, stating that the 2027 elections will not be primarily about political defections. Ologunagba emphasized that the 2027 elections will instead focus on “Tinubu’s scorecards and policies against Nigerians.” Speaking on AIT Focus Nigeria, the PDP spokesman noted that Tinubu’s administration and the APC appear to celebrate recent defections. He highlighted…
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Amaechi joins Atiku, EL-Rufai because he is Hungry for Power- Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has criticized former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi concerning his recent remarks about President Bola Tinubu’s administration. According to Wike, Amaechi is simply “hungry for power.” Wike insisted that Amaechi “just can’t stay out of power,” He stated : “I don’t know how a man will choose his 60th birthday to tell lies. It’s unfortunate that in your 60th birthday that people are celebrating you,…
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2027: I will lead his campaign in Rivers state- Wike assures Tinubu
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), announced that he intends to spearhead President Bola Tinubu’s campaign in 2027. Speaking in Abuja on Monday, Wike implied that he would be leading the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign for the upcoming election.When directly questioned about leading the APC campaign in 2027, Wike responded, “I have told you this before, is it because I am in Asiwaju’s presidency? Are you not aware I…
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I used to be a womanizer before I got married – Actor, Daniel Etim Effiong
Popular Nollywood actor, Daniel Etim-Effiong, shared that he was a womanizer at one point in his life, though he noted it was a brief phase. In an interview with Chude Jideonwo, the actor, who was formerly an engineer, recalled “exploring” relationships with multiple women simultaneously. He characterized this period as a learning process. Etim-Effiong stated that he frequently advises young people to avoid womanizing, emphasizing that it can negatively impact their future relationships and marriages…
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The president declared the state of Emergency, I don’t have any crisis with Fubara – Wike claims
Wike Denies Rift with Gov. Fubara, Slams State of Emergency TalkNyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), stated on Monday in Abuja that he has no conflict with Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara. Wike also denied supporting any declaration of a State of Emergency in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu. Addressing journalists, Wike claimed that Governor Fubara has allowed himself to be manipulated by his enemies to be used as a…
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I am still in PDP, I take joy when stepping on the toes of big men – Wike
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), affirmed his continued membership in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Monday. Wike stated that he derives satisfaction from challenging affluent individuals rather than the less privileged. He elaborated, “Look at what we are doing differently. I have found out that most of them didn’t have the courage to annoy people, to step on toes. ” I take joy when stepping on the toes of…
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It’s not a sin to borrow, even the United States of America borrowed – Onanuga
The Nigerian government has articulated that its approach to borrowing serves as a crucial mechanism for stimulating economic advancement. Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, elaborated on this perspective during a media engagement held in Lagos. At this event, where senior presidential aides discussed the administration’s economic accomplishments and forthcoming strategies, Onanuga underscored that borrowing should not be regarded unfavorably when the acquired funds are deployed responsibly. He asserted:…
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Nigeria experiencing state weaponisation of poverty – Atiku
Former Vice President and 2023 PDP presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has accused the federal government of deliberately weaponising poverty to suppress Nigerians. Speaking at the 60th birthday lecture of former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi in Abuja, themed “Weaponising Poverty in Nigeria,” Atiku claimed that the current administration is using economic hardship as a means of control. Reflecting on the decline in living conditions, Atiku lamented that cities like Kano, once thriving, now grapple with…
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Many Nigerians exhibit lack of memory. We forget where we started and blame Tinubu for Nigeria’s problems – Bayo Onanuga
President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has said that many citizens appear to have short memories, often blaming the president for all of the country’s challenges. He stressed that Nigerians should also acknowledge and give credit to President Tinubu for some of the key decisions he has made that are aimed at benefiting the nation as a whole. ”Many of us in this country, many Nigerians, we sometimes exhibit the…
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I did not know poverty until I became Emir – Sanusi
Former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor and Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, has revealed that his experience as a traditional ruler exposed him to the harsh realities of poverty in Nigeria. Speaking in Abuja at a public lecture marking the 60th birthday of former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, Sanusi admitted that while he understood economic data during his time in government, he didn’t fully grasp the severity of poverty until he became Emir.…
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Super Eagles winger, Ahmed Musa marries fourth wife, Moriki
Super Eagles winger Ahmed Musa has reportedly married his fourth wife, Asmau Moriki, in a private ceremony held in Kano The 31-year-old footballer first tied the knot with Jamila in 2013, and they had two children before divorcing in 2017. Shortly after, he married Juliet Ejue from Ogoja, Cross River State, but that union also ended after a few years. Musa married his third wife, Mariam, three years ago, and has now welcomed Asmau as…
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