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Ahead of the 2027 presidential elections, the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has pledged to resign from his position if President Bola Tinubu fails to secure victory in the Federal Capital Territory and Rivers State. This declaration underscores the significance of these regions in the upcoming electoral contest.
In a contentious legal battle, the son of the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, has submitted his American passport as part of a $2.1 million land acquisition case in Abuja. Allegations suggest he received a substantial sum to facilitate the controversial purchase of prime land in the capital.
President Bola Tinubu announced that the Nigeria Credit Guarantee Company (NCGC) has facilitated loans amounting to N46.95 billion, benefiting over 67,000 borrowers across the nation. This initiative has notably enabled approximately one-third of recipients to access formal credit for the first time.
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police are on the lookout for a driver who crashed into a gas plant in Byazhin, causing a significant fire that endangered nearby properties. Authorities have confirmed that the blaze has been contained with the help of the Federal Fire Service.
The Debt Management Office (DMO) reports that Nigeria's total public debt has escalated to N166.79 trillion, marking a N7.44 trillion increase in just three months. This rise underscores the growing fiscal pressures faced by the country, with domestic debt constituting a significant portion of the total.
Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory has called out Minister Wike for allegedly securing loans without the necessary approval from the National Assembly. He demands transparency, urging the minister to provide documentation of any legislative endorsements.
Nyesom Wike, the Federal Capital Territory Minister, has asserted that Senator Ireti Kingibe will not return to the National Assembly in 2027, labeling her as politically irrelevant. This statement comes in response to accusations regarding loan approvals made by the FCT Administration.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has dismissed claims by Minister Nyesom Wike that President Bola Tinubu allocated N50 billion for the upgrade of Ibadan airport. Makinde asserts that the funding for the airport project is entirely sourced from the Oyo State Government.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has firmly stated his refusal to support Governor Hope Uzodimma's bid for the Senate presidency, attributing his stance to political rivalry. Wike believes that Uzodimma perceives his Rainbow Coalition Movement as a threat to his ambitions.
The Attorney General of the Federation has requested the Federal High Court to reject Nasir El-Rufai's suit, which alleges a violation of his rights due to an unlawful raid on his residence. El-Rufai claims the search warrant used by the ICPC was invalid, but the AGF argues that the suit lacks merit.
A coalition of former presiding officers from Nigeria's National Assembly has pledged to mobilize 11 million votes in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election campaign in 2027. The forum announced plans to disseminate their backing across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
The Federal Capital Territory chapter of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) is in mourning once again as Mike Odiakose, a journalist with Daily Asset newspaper, passes away after a brief illness. This loss comes just weeks after the community grieved the death of its former chairman.
Two fatalities have been reported in Abuja following a diphtheria outbreak, raising alarm over public health safety. Authorities urge residents to avoid self-treatment and report suspected cases to health officials promptly.
Former Rivers Governor and current FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has emerged as a dominant figure in Nigerian politics, often overshadowing his cabinet colleagues and asserting his influence over government narratives. His aggressive defense of President Tinubu and controversial political maneuvers have sparked both admiration and resentment among his peers and constituents.
The Federal Capital Territory administration is ramping up its response to diphtheria by focusing on early detection and vaccination of unvaccinated children in Karshi. This initiative aims to curb the spread of the disease and protect the health of vulnerable populations.
