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Illegal Construction: Wike orders takeover of collapsed building site in Abuja

Peter AnayoApril 8, 2026April 8, 2026

by Peter AnayoApril 8, 2026April 8, 20260283

FAVOUR ISHEMBER, Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has ordered the immediate takeover of a plot of land where a building collapsed in the Jikoyi axis of Abuja, citing lack of approval and blatant disregard for development regulations. Speaking shortly after inspecting the site,......

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Wike denies PDP factional crisis, insists party remains united

Peter AnayoMarch 26, 2026

by Peter AnayoMarch 26, 20260509

FAVOUR ISHEMBER, Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has rejected suggestions of entrenched divisions within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stressing that the party remains intact despite dissatisfaction among some members. Speaking on Wednesday after conducting a comprehensive inspection of ongoing infrastructure projects across the......

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Massive Development in FCT strengthens President’s re-election chances — Wike

Peter AnayoMarch 19, 2026

by Peter AnayoMarch 19, 20260324

FAVOUR ISHEMBER, Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has stated that it would be “extremely difficult” for any opposition candidate to defeat the President in elections within the FCT, attributing this to the scale of infrastructure development and its tangible benefits on residents. Wike made......

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Wike inspects major FCT road projects, reiterates resolve to enforce Abuja master plan

Peter AnayoMarch 17, 2026

by Peter AnayoMarch 17, 20260263

…dismissed claims of banditry in Abuja FAVOUR ISHEMBER, Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to enforce the city’s master plan and tackle illegal developments. Barr Wike assured this while speaking to journalists after inspecting multiple projects across......

FCT Minister reinstates sacked officials

Peter AnayoDecember 17, 2025

by Peter AnayoDecember 17, 20250330

FAVOUR ISHEMBER, Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reinstated Dr Danlami Hayyo, Mandate Secretary for Education, and Mr Michael Ango, Acting Executive Chairman of the FCT Internal Revenue Service (FCT-IRS). According to a statement by Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant to the Minister......

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Wike-led faction takes over PDP national secretariat

Peter AnayoNovember 18, 2025

by Peter AnayoNovember 18, 20250658

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) faction loyal to the Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has taken over the party’s national secretariat, Wadata Plaza, Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the take-over of the party’s secretariat was ahead of the parallel meeting reportedly scheduled for......

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PDP crisis deepens: Wike’s faction insists Ibadan convention is illegal

Peter AnayoNovember 14, 2025

by Peter AnayoNovember 14, 20250524

FAVOUR ISHEMBER, Abuja A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike, has insisted that the party’s national convention scheduled for Ibadan is not recognised by the law. Chairman of the Board of Trustees (BoT), Senator Mao Ohuabunwa, disclosed this after the national working......

Abuja face off: Wike reaffirms commitment to uphold rule of law in FCT

Peter AnayoNovember 13, 2025November 14, 2025

by Peter AnayoNovember 13, 2025November 14, 20250428

FAVOUR ISHEMBER, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has reiterated his dedication to enforcing the law in Abuja, warning that he will not tolerate the use of armed forces to intimidate government officials or shield illegal activities. Speaking to journalists, Wike emphasized that governance must be......

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Wike warns against arbitrary street naming in Abuja

Peter AnayoOctober 9, 2025

by Peter AnayoOctober 9, 20250402

…Flags off road projects FAVOUR ISHEMBER, Abuja FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has warned against arbitrarily naming streets in Abuja after individuals, emphasizing that such actions should be reserved for those who have genuinely contributed to the city’s development. The Minister made this statement during the flag-off ceremony for road projects......

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Light Up Abuja: Wike flags off streetlight installation to boost security

Peter AnayoOctober 3, 2025

by Peter AnayoOctober 3, 20250402

FAVOUR ISHEMBER, Abuja FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has flagged off the installation of streetlights in Abuja, emphasizing that the project will enhance security and reduce crime in the city. Wike noted that the absence of streetlights has made Abuja vulnerable to insecurity, with almost 80% of the city in......