Nyesom Wike

November 22, 2023

GSK’s Exit From Nigeria Sends The Country Into Disarray | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Kerosene price rises above ₦1,300/litre In an economy where the increasing inflation in the country is stifling people with low incomes, the price of kerosene has risen above ₦1,300 per litre. According to the National... Read More

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November 21, 2023

France Welcomes Nigerian Students to Apply for Scholarships and Travel Without Visas | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Nyesom Wike faces possible job elimination as protesters demand resignation of NWC Supporters of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) have stormed the national secretariat in Abuja, clamouring to remove the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, from... Read More

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November 8, 2023

NLC and TUC Declare Nationwide Strike Starting November 14; Naira (₦) Ranks 96th Strongest Currency in the World | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. NLC and TUC declare a nationwide strike beginning November 14 Following the brutal treatment of the Nigeria Labour Council (NLC) President Joe Ajaero, the NLC and TUC have requested to investigate the Commissioner of Police,... Read More

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Fela Durotoye

October 10, 2023

Fela Durotoye and Four Others Appointed as Presidential Media Aide; Nyesom Wike Rejects EU Election Reports | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. President Tinubu appoints Fela Durotoye and four others as presidential media aide On October 9, the president of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu, announced his appointment of Fela Durotoye and four others as members of the presidential... Read More

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August 31, 2023

If Peter Obi Was Better, Nigerians Would Have Voted Him – Wike; Lagos Blue Rail Line Set to Commence Operations September 4 | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss If Peter Obi Was Better, Nigerians Would Have Voted Him – Wike In an exclusive interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike shared his perspective on the 2023 presidential election. Wike... Read More

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August 23, 2023

‘Corn Sellers are Causing Insecurity in Abuja’ – Wike Cracks Down on Street Vending

The Federal Capital Territory’s Minister, Nyesom Wike, has taken a resolute stance against street vending in Abuja, citing concerns that such activities contribute to crime and instability within the city. Wike, a former governor of Rivers State, conveyed this decision during a meeting with the management of the Federal Capital Territory Administration and Federal Capital... Read More

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August 22, 2023

President Tinubu Swears in 45 Ministers in Abuja Ceremony; Peter Obi Addresses Merger Speculations with Atiku and Kwankwaso | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss President Tinubu Swears in 45 Ministers in Abuja Ceremony In a significant development yesterday, President Bola Tinubu officially welcomed 45 ministers into their roles, following their clearance by the Senate. The grand inauguration ceremony took place... Read More

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August 21, 2023

Nyesom Wike Takes Office as FCT Minister: Will He be Bulldozing Challenges or Building Bridges?

Nigeria’s political landscape is often marked by theatrics and power plays, and the recent remarks of newly-inaugurated Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, come as no surprise. Speaking assertively while taking office in Abuja, Wike issued stern warnings to those who have flouted the FCT master plan with unauthorized constructions. Such an audacious start... Read More

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Akpabio Reveals Why Wike was not Grilled in Ministerial Screening

During the recent ministerial nominees’ screening, the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, shed light on the surprising exemption of the immediate past governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, from thorough grilling by the senators. Akpabio attributed this leniency to Wike’s extensive experience as both a governor and a minister during the tenure of former President Goodluck... Read More

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President Tinubu’s Ministerial List Reportedly Includes Wike, Oyetola, el-Rufai, and Others

According to reports from The Nation, President Bola Tinubu’s ministerial list includes former governors Nyesom Wike (Rivers), Gboyega Oyetola (Osun), and Nasir el-Rufai (Kaduna), among others. The list was purportedly sent to the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, this morning. In addition to the aforementioned former governors, TheCable understands that the list also features David Umahi... Read More

Blogs, The News Blog

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‘He Gave Me N200m’ – Wike Reveals Why He Supported Akpabio’s Senate Presidency Bid

Former Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, has finally opened up about the reasons behind his support for Godswill Akpabio to become the 10th Senate President of the National Assembly. Speaking at a special thanksgiving service organized by his family, Wike declared Akpabio as a long-time loyalist, citing the financial contribution the senator made to... Read More

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Enugu Diocese distances self from Father Mbaka after outburst; ‘Wike’s supporters react to Atiku’s choice of VP | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

SDP asks court to nullify Oni’s candidacy in Ekiti guber poll Enugu Diocese distances self from Father Mbaka Reps want raid on forest reserves after Owo attack Wike’s supporters express displeasure at Atiku’s Okowa choice INEC distributes sensitive materials for Ekiti election Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top... Read More

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3 airlines may collapse soon – Operators; Catholic Church comments on Muslim-Muslim ticket | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Three airlines may collapse soon – Operators Inflation rises to 17.71% PDP NWC reportedly endorses Wike to be Atiku’s running mate Catholic Church says a Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket is insensitive Senate seeks trial of prison officials over illegal remand of children Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top... Read More

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“He has no integrity, no character” – Wike talks about Peter Obi; list of winners of APC guber tickets | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Wike says Peter Obi would never have won List of winners of APC guber tickets 2023 elections will be fair, Buhari insists Over half of death row inmates in sub-Sahara Africa are in Nigeria —Report FG charges Osinachi’s husband with homicide Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top... Read More

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#YNaija2023: We profile the biggest players in the presidential race

Having listed Nigerians who are aspirants of the presidential seat in the 2023 general elections, the PDP heavyweights, and the APC candidates, we highlight the four biggest candidates across four political parties. These are men who, for different reasons, have become the most mentioned names in the political sphere and who have the political capacity... Read More

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CBN extends naira-4-dollar deadline to boost remittances, Chinedu Ikedieze, Osita Iheme hint on new project | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: CBN extends naira-4-dollar deadline to boost remittances The Central Bank of Nigeria has extended the ‘Naira 4 dollar scheme’ indefinitely after it was scheduled to end on May 8, 2021 – The Punch reports The CBN disclosed this... Read More

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Lagos approves 21-year jail term for cultists, LGBT: God can’t bless sin – Pope | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across the thirty-six states of Nigeria, these are the five biggest stories you shouldn’t miss out on: Lagos approves 21-year jail term for cultists Lagos Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has approved a bill, Prohibition of Unlawful Societies and Cultism of 2021 into law, signing a 21-year jail term for convicted cultists in the state –... Read More

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October 13, 2020

Rivers gov, Wike, prohibits all proposed protests under #EndSARS, Lagos govt approves full reopening of primary, secondary schools | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike, has prohibited all protests relating to #EndSARS in the state; warning parents to ensure that their children do not violate the law. The development was announced in a statement, published on Wike’s social media platforms on Monday. “The Rivers State Government hereby wish to inform the general public that all... Read More

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September 18, 2020

#EdoDecides2020: 19 odds that would determine the outcome of the September 19 Governorship Poll

The political atmosphere in the country has been largely charged in the build-up to the all-important September 19 gubernatorial election in Edo. Many onlookers have had to wonder why a governorship election in a state with a population of about 5 million people and less economic importance to the country as Lagos, Rivers, Bayelsa or... Read More

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September 1, 2020

Babagana Zulum, Seyi Makinde, Bello Matawalle top YNaija Governors’ Effectiveness Ranking for August

The month of August was another defining month for state governors across the country. From curtailing insecurity within some domains, to the issue of salaries and pensions as well as general provision of governance in their state post-COVID. Providing leadership in these times remains tough but some have been able to rise above the challenges... Read More

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#Edo2020: ‘We’ll ‘chop’ your dollar and send you into coma’ | Wike fires back at Ganduje

What is Nigerian politics without some occasional drama? The war of words between the Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Campaign Council for the Edo State Governorship election, Nyesom Wike, and his counterpart in the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, appears to be spicing up steadily; with constant scathing banter exchanged between the... Read More

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Governor Wike writes Buhari shocking love poem | The YNaijaCover

Nyesom Wike, governor of Rivers, recently invited President Muhammadu Buhari for a state visit. This is coming after the Federal Government approved the disbursement N78.9 billion as reimbursement for the amount spent on executing some federal road projects in the state, including Port Harcourt-Owerri road. The approval for the refund was granted at the virtual... Read More

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Is Governor Wike’s ‘love poem’ to President Buhari, the beginning of a beautiful friendship?

Time and time again, events surrounding Nigerian politics proves to be one of the most entertaining and engaging content for Nigerians. News of what goes on in Aso rock daily rivals what you would find on a TV series network. In fact, you can almost be certain the consistency in drama, the men and women... Read More

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#YNaijaPolitics100: The YNaija 100 Most Influential Voices in Nigerian Politics – Nyesom Wike, Okonjo-Iweala, Sowore, Saraki, Falana makes 2020 list

Every year, YNaija shows commitment to focused debates on national and sub-national politics and its role in progressive development. In this light, we dig deep – through the surface and below water level – to highlight the 100 most influential political players in the country. This year, we are doing the same, and have selected... Read More

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