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Defected Rivers Lawmakers Free to Leave PDP, Says Wike

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said that the defected Rivers State House of Assembly lawmakers are free to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), insisting their decision was within their rights.

95News•12/5/2025

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FCT Doctors Suspend Indefinite Strike After 30 Days

Doctors under the Association of Resident Doctors, Federal Capital Territory Administration (ARD-FCTA) have suspended their indefinite strike after 30 days, following the approval of their demands by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. The suspension will last four weeks, during which the union expects the government to implement the agreed measures.

95News•12/1/2025

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Wike Warns Contractors Against Unauthorized Road Project Variations, Vows Strict Sanctions

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has issued a strong warning to contractors in Abuja, threatening severe sanctions for any unauthorized variations or alterations to ongoing road projects. He emphasized strict adherence to contract terms and specifications to prevent inflated costs and delays, with penalties ranging from contract suspension to outright termination and blacklisting.

Oluwabunmi Ayeni•11/29/2025

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Wike Condemns Unauthorized FCT School Closure Directive, Orders Sanctions on Officials

Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has denounced an unauthorized directive ordering schools in Abuja to shut down, calling it embarrassing and misleading, and has vowed to sanction officials responsible for issuing the false security alert.

95News•11/26/2025

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Lamido Misunderstood PDP’s Nomination Process, Says Bode George

Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bode George, has said that ex-Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido misunderstood the party’s nomination process for the national convention. George clarified that Lamido’s grievances over being denied a nomination form were misplaced, stressing that the PDP followed its internal procedures and guidelines.

95News•11/15/2025

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Four PDP Governors Storm Ibadan as INEC Signals Boycott of Convention

Four governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) arrived in Ibadan for the party’s national convention despite a Federal High Court order halting the exercise. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has signaled it will boycott the event, citing the court ruling, deepening the crisis within the opposition party.

95News•11/15/2025

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Naval Officer A.M. Yerima Thanks Nigerians for Support After Clash with FCT Minister Wike

Naval officer A.M. Yerima has expressed heartfelt appreciation to Nigerians for their support following his reported clash with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, reaffirming his dedication to discipline, duty, and the ideals of the Nigerian Navy.

95News•11/13/2025

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FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Faces Setback in Attempt to Influence Military Order

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike’s reported attempt to influence a military officer through the Chief of Defence Staff was unsuccessful, reinforcing the separation between political offices and military operations in Nigeria.

Oluwabunmi Ayeni•11/13/2025

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FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says he won’t be intimidated after clash with military officer over Abuja land

Following a heated confrontation with a military officer over a disputed land parcel in Abuja’s Gaduwa District, Minister Nyesom Wike declared he cannot be intimidated or blackmailed, reaffirming his stance against illegal land occupation.

95News•11/11/2025

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Wike clashes with military officer over alleged land grabbing in Abuja’s Gaduwa District

A heated confrontation erupted between FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and a military officer during an inspection of a disputed land parcel in Abuja, with Wike accusing the officer of illegal occupation linked to a former naval chief.

95News•11/11/2025

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Ex-Senator Mao Ohuabunwa Named Factional PDP BoT Chairman Amid Deepening Party Crisis

Senator Mao Ohuabunwa has been appointed factional PDP BoT Chairman, replacing Adolphus Wabara amid escalating internal party divisions.

95News•11/7/2025

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Wike-Backed Faction Storms PDP Headquarters, Declares Leadership Takeover

A faction loyal to Nyesom Wike has seized the PDP national secretariat in Abuja, suspending key officials and installing a new acting chairman. The move has triggered protests and intensified the party’s internal crisis.

95News•11/3/2025