Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara returned to Port Harcourt on Friday, welcomed by political allies after President Bola Tinubu lifted the state of emergency and ordered his reinstatement.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has alleged that former Transportation Minister Rotimi Amaechi instructed a military general to assassinate him during the 2019 elections.
Wike said President Tinubu ended Rivers State’s emergency rule to prioritise peace, despite the government’s ability to prolong it.
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo denied ever seeking a third term, insisting no Nigerian can prove such a claim and cautioning leaders who see themselves as irreplaceable
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara delayed his expected return to Government House on Thursday despite the lifting of emergency rule, as the House of Assembly resumed plenary and vowed to review the past six months’ finances.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike defended President Tinubu’s tolerance of criticism, dismissed health rumours, and pledged N25bn for the FCT health sector while urging due process.
Supporters expecting Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s return after emergency rule ended went home disappointed as he failed to appear, with aides citing his stay in Abuja amid political negotiations.
Russia, China, and Iran amplified false claims about Charlie Kirk’s assassination to exploit U.S. divisions and undermine American democracy, a NewsGuard report shows.
Nyesom Wike has rubbished rumours of a heart attack, calling them politically motivated.
A diaspora coalition has purchased the PDP governorship form for Prince Dr. Funso Ayeni, citing his credibility and leadership qualities.