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The APC endorses Nyesom Wike's right to support candidates from any political party in the forthcoming FCT elections, emphasizing his constitutional freedoms.

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, praised President Bola Tinubu for the successful conduct of the Area Council elections in Abuja, which showcased the political landscape of Nigeria.

President Bola Tinubu congratulated the winners of recent elections in the Federal Capital Territory, Kano, and Rivers, highlighting the leadership of Governor Nyesom Wike.

Femi Falana criticizes Minister Nyesom Wike's declaration of a public holiday ahead of local elections, arguing that he lacks the authority to do so.

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, commended the peaceful conduct of the Area Council elections in Abuja but expressed concern over low voter turnout, particularly in the city center.

Minister Nyesom Wike visited various polling units in Abuja during the Area Council elections, where voters participated in electing their representatives.

Senator Ireti Kingibe has criticized Minister Nyesom Wike's curfew imposed before local elections in the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria.

Nyesom Wike commends President Tinubu for quickly signing the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026 into law, which aims to enhance the credibility of elections in Nigeria.

Julius Adamu, the PDP candidate for Bwari Area Council, has withdrawn his candidacy in favor of APC's Joshua Musa after intervention from FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.

Nyesom Wike criticizes Rotimi Amaechi for his participation in a protest, mocking his claim of bringing a medical doctor son to provide emergency care.

The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to release the January 2026 salary allocations for the Kuje Area Council, threatening a shutdown if their demands are not met.

Nyesom Wike praises President Bola Tinubu for setting a new standard in delivering democratic dividends during a lecture at the University of Abuja.

Minister Nyesom Wike has declared his intention to support candidates aligned with President Bola Tinubu in the upcoming FCT area councils’ election.

The FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, announced that bus terminals in Abuja will begin operations following approval from the Federal Executive Council.

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, anticipates the completion of key road projects connecting Abuja Airport to Kuje and Gwagwalada by June 2026, highlighting their impact on local travel efficiency.

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has pledged to complete the Port Harcourt Ring Road project by October, emphasizing its importance for reducing traffic congestion in the area.

Nyesom Wike stated that President Bola Tinubu's recent intervention in the Rivers State political crisis will be the last of its kind.

The Nyesom Wike-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party has delayed its planned takeover of the party's national secretariat, citing administrative and security processes.

President Bola Tinubu facilitated a meeting that led to Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Minister Nyesom Wike leaving the Presidential Villa together, marking a possibly significant reconciliation between the two political rivals.

The political tensions in Rivers State may be dwindling after President Bola Tinubu's intervention in a meeting with key state leaders, including Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Minister Nyesom Wike.

A power struggle within Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is anticipated to escalate as factions led by Governor Seyi Makinde and Minister Nyesom Wike prepare for potential confrontations over control of the party's national secretariat.

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has launched a new radio station, Majority FM 89.5, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, as part of political mobilization efforts ahead of the 2027 elections.

Nyesom Wike claims he can secure victory for President Bola Tinubu in 2027 without the support of any governor in Rivers State.

Nyesom Wike cautions political leaders against supporting disloyal individuals, warning that they too will face betrayal as a consequence.

Nyesom Wike asserts that supporters of President Tinubu in Rivers State can effectively mobilise for his re-election bid without the necessity of a governor's endorsement.

Minister Nyesom Wike has promised that ongoing road development in satellite towns of Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory will be completed, highlighting a directive from President Bola Tinubu.

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has refuted allegations that government housing projects for judges were intended to sway their decisions.

The crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party intensifies as the Independent National Electoral Commission acknowledges a caretaker committee supported by Nyesom Wike, provoking anger from the opposing faction led by Tanimu Turaki.

Minister Nyesom Wike dismissed allegations that housing projects for judges are aimed at influencing them, emphasizing the initiative's role in enhancing judicial welfare under President Bola Tinubu's administration.

The Nyesom Wike-backed Peoples Democratic Party Caretaker Committee participated in a quarterly consultative meeting with the Independent National Electoral Commission in Abuja.

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, announced plans to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the FCT during President Bola Tinubu's third anniversary, with a committee to be formed for planning the event.

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, assured that political activities will not hinder ongoing development projects amidst the upcoming Area Council Elections in Abuja.

Political scientist Akinwunmi Akinfenwa claims that while Nyesom Wike is a significant figure in Nigerian politics, Governor Seyi Makinde has a strong hold over Oyo State's political landscape.

The organized labor has agreed to withdraw all legal actions and cease industrial action in the Federal Capital Territory after Minister Nyesom Wike assured there would be no worker victimization following the recent strike.

The crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party escalated as governors from the party rejected attempts by a Wike-backed committee to dissolve key zonal structures and reschedule the national convention, claiming the bloc lacked constitutional authority.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has postponed its national convention to March 29 and 30, supported by Minister Nyesom Wike, while disbanding certain zonal committees.

Minister Nyesom Wike expressed satisfaction with the progress of infrastructure projects in Abuja after inspecting key sites including a strategic road project in Gishiri village.

Labour unions in Nigeria have called off protests in Abuja after a successful meeting with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, instructing their members to return to work immediately.

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, expressed his commitment to safeguarding the Peoples Democratic Party in Oyo State during a recent meeting of the party's National Executive Committee in Abuja.