Nyesom Wike
Governor Wike: Nigeria can’t afford to drift to one party state
Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike has stated that being members of different political parties should not deny the country the much needed development.
Governor Wike: Party rivalry shouldn’t deny Nigeria development
Wike played host in Port Harcourt Tuesday to KAGOTE, an elite forum of Ogoni ethnic nationality in Rivers state, stressed that no circumstances should force the nation into a one-party state as a multiple setting allows the people to explore alternatives.
Peter Obi urges PDP leaders to remain united
Mr Peter Obi, the Vice Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2019 elections on Monday urged leaders of the party to be united in defending democracy in the country.
Six governors, others for NEXIM South-South enlightenment campaign
The Nigerian Export-Import Bank (NEXIM) will hold a three-day enlightenment and engagement programme in Asaba, the Delta State capital, for the six states in Nigeria’s South-South.
Governor Wike lobbying to join APC – party leaders
The major stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 20 wards of Port Harcourt City council area (PHALGA) of Rivers State have accused Governor Nyesom Wike of desperately lobbying to join the APC, since the former Vice-President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar is not allowing him (Wike) to take over the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).
Governor Wike: My plans for Real Madrid Academy
Rivers State Governor Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has explained that his administration has put in place an organisation that will independently run Real Madrid Academy in order to achieve the objectives of establishing the institution.
Governor Wike: Real Madrid Academy‘ll run independently
Rivers State Governor Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has explained that his administration has put in place, an organisation that will independently run Real Madrid Academy to achieve the objectives of establishing the institution.
Governor Wike: Real Madrid Academy will empower new stars with formal education
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has declared that the Real Madrid Academy will empower upcoming football stars with the requisite formal education to effectively rule the sporting world.
Governor Wike, Dakuku Peterside clash over address to Rivers traditional rulers
Dr. Dakuku Peterside has alleged that the recent address by Governor Nyesom Wike to traditional rulers in Rivers State is “demeaning, unbecoming, irresponsible and unbefitting” from someone who occupies such a dignified office.
Governor Wike: I won’t impose anyone on Rivers in 2023
Barrister Nyesom Wike, governor of Rivers, says he will not impose a candidate on the people of the state at the end of his second term.
Rivers governor calls for reward system for soldiers to put in their best
Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers has called for the institution of a reward system to encourage soldiers to put in their best for Nigeria.
2023: Labaran Maku says report on meeting with Asiwaju Tinubu, Atiku Abubakar is fake
Mr Labaran Maku, the National Secretary, All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), has described as fake news reports that he has met with Asiwaju Bola Tinubu and Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, among others, to float a new political platform ahead of 2023.
Rivers governor meets traders, residents over proposed bridges
Rivers governor Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has called on traders and residents to cooperate with the Rivers State Government to deliver the Rebisi, Rumuogba and Okoro-Nu-Odo flyover bridges on schedule.
Oba of Benin to embark on historic visit to Obong of Calabar
The Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, will pay a historic visit to the Obong of Calabar, Natural Ruler and Treaty King, His Eminence, Edidem Ekpo Okon Abasi Otu V, on Saturday, January 11, 2020.
Rivers governor swears in four new judges
Gov. Nyesom Wike of Rivers has sworn in four new judges into the state’s judiciary and charged them to show more commitment in the administration of justice.
Labour Party asks Rivers commissioners to resign
The Labour Party (LP) in Rivers State has advised the 13 newly sworn in Commissioners to resign their appointments if Governor Nyesom Wike refused to fund their ministries.
Governor Wike: Rivers won’t support evil forces against Nigeria’s unity
Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike, has declared that the state will continue to work for the unity of this country.
Rivers governor appoints new tourism agency chief
Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State has approved the appointment of Mr. Yibo Koko as the Director-General of the State Tourism Development Agency.
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Senator Abe: Leadership without sacrifice is meaningless
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PDP wins Imo rerun
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Gani Adams: President Buhari’s government tainted with nepotism
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