APC Draws Battle Line with Wike Over Rivers Politics
The All Progressives Congress warns FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to stay out of Rivers State politics, as Deputy Governor and SSG defect to APC. Read the full analysis of the power shift.
The All Progressives Congress warns FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to stay out of Rivers State politics, as Deputy Governor and SSG defect to APC. Read the full analysis of the power shift.
Rivers State Deputy Governor, Prof. Ngozi Odu, has officially defected to the APC, following Governor Fubara. She completed her e-registration and toured six zones to mobilize grassroots support.
A key stakeholder reveals details of the peace agreement between Nyesom Wike and Governor Siminalayi Fubara, which reportedly bars Fubara from re-election in 2027, escalating political tensions in Rivers State.
Rivers State Deputy Governor, Prof. Ngozi Odu, has formally defected from the PDP to the APC. She registered at her ward in ONELGA and called for mass support for Tinubu and Fubara.
Rivers PDP suspends its caretaker chairman for alleged anti-party activities, reaffirms Nyesom Wike's expulsion. Former presidential aide calls for Wike's exit, while APC pledges loyalty to the minister. Get the full details.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike launches a scathing attack on Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara, defending his political legacy. Read the full details of the escalating crisis.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike declares his political career would be ruined if Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara secures a second term in 2027. Read the full details of his explosive statement.
Armed youths stormed a hotel in Rivers State, forcibly ending a live Arise TV interview and stealing broadcast equipment. The former commissioner was discussing state politics. Police intervened.
Suspected political thugs violently disrupted a live Arise TV broadcast in Rivers State, targeting a former commissioner. Police intervened, but equipment was stolen. Read the full report.
A family returning from crossover prayers in Rivers State met a tragic end as their car crashed into a stationary sewage truck on Obiri Ikwerre flyover. Police confirm deaths, family blames illegal parking.
Robinson Ewor, a former ally of Rivers Governor Fubara, claims the governor misled supporters about Wike's intimidation. He has now reconciled and handed over his factional PDP structure. Read the full details of the political shift.
Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara tells supporters to stay calm amid feud with FCT Minister Wike, using dog analogy to mock critics. Read his full New Year's address.
Rivers Governor Sim Fubara urges calm amid political crisis, likening critics to barking dogs who don't understand governance. Read his full New Year address.
Rivers PDP factional chairman Nname Ewor accuses Governor Siminalayi Fubara of misleading the party and failing to disclose peace agreements brokered by President Tinubu. Read the full details.
A PDP faction in Rivers demands Governor Fubara fully disclose the peace deal with Wike brokered by President Tinubu. They cite renewed tension and allege deception.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara appoints five special advisers, including two ex-commissioners. Meanwhile, PDP faction accuses him of hiding details of a peace deal with Wike, fueling political crisis.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike declares a political overhaul in Rivers State ahead of 2027, pledges support for Tinubu, and attributes criticism to his 'sterling performance'. Read the full details.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike announces he will soon make public the terms of the peace agreement with Rivers Governor Fubara, brokered by President Tinubu. He accuses Fubara of reneging on the deal.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike criticizes state governors for financial mismanagement post-subsidy removal. He reveals his own fiscal record and warns against money-driven politics. Read his full analysis.
APC's Victor Giadom declares Rivers' Gokana a 'no-go area' for Governor Fubara without Minister Wike's blessing. Get the full details on the escalating political rift.
Rivers State House of Assembly members have returned N100,000 each sent as a Christmas bonus by Governor Siminalayi Fubara, calling it unconstitutional. Read the full details of the political drama.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike declares Rivers will correct its leadership error in 2027. APC's Giadom advises Governor Fubara to go through Wike for success. Read the full political analysis.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara redeploys Christopher Green as Rivers AG amid political tensions with Wike. The move aims to strengthen governance. Get the full details.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike signals early political mobilization in Rivers, cautioning against repeating past 'mistakes' as 2027 elections loom. Read the full story.
Suspected political thugs violently dispersed women protesting kidnappings at Kwara Government House. PDP condemns the attack. Watch the video and read the full story.
Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, SAN, analyzes the Supreme Court's ruling on Section 305, warning it encourages civilian dictatorship. Read the full critique of the court's 'considered discussions'.
Rivers PDP leadership firmly rejects FCT Minister Nyesom Wike's claim that the party is dead in the state, insisting its structures are intact and vowing to rebuild for future elections.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike declares the Ikwerre ethnic group a pivotal political force in Nigeria. He warns against ignoring their influence and highlights their role in Tinubu's Rivers victory.
A viral video shows supporters of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike marching in Rivers State, chanting 'No Wike, No Rivers State' in solidarity. The demonstration highlights his enduring political influence.
The Supreme Court declines jurisdiction over 11 states' challenge to the Rivers State emergency declaration. Analysts warn of dangers to democracy and federalism. Read the full analysis.