WATCH: How FCT Minister Wike Condemned Nigerians Seeking Foreign Degrees, Now Celebrates Son For Bagging Master's In UK

Protesters Storm APC HQ, Demand Wike’s Ouster as FCT Minister…..


Protesters on Thursday stormed the APC national headquarters in Abuja, calling for the immediate removal of Nyesom Wike from his position as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Demonstrators, carrying placards and chanting slogans, accused Wike of political overreach and escalating tensions across party lines. The protest highlights growing friction between the ruling APC and the opposition PDP, with Wike at the center of recent political controversies.

NLC Shuts Down Abuja, Backs Indefinite FCTA Workers’ Strike……


Abuja was largely paralysed as the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) backed the indefinite strike by Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) workers, accusing the administration of withholding wages, pension and housing funds and intimidating staff. The NLC ordered a citywide shutdown and mass mobilisation ahead of a court hearing amid rising tensions. 

EXCLUSIVE: How 26 Pro-Wike Rivers Lawmakers Collected ₦350m Each For Projects Never Done

At least 26 Rivers State lawmakers loyal to former governor and current FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, reportedly received ₦350 million each for constituency projects that were never executed.

Documents obtained by SaharaReporters show that the funds — totaling about ₦10.5 billion — were approved and released on September 12, 2025, during the period of emergency rule in Rivers State.

Sources within the Rivers State Government House revealed that none of the projects were carried out in the affected constituencies. Investigations also found that many of the companies nominated to handle the projects were inactive, dormant, or suspected to be shell companies.

The revelations have raised serious concerns over accountability and misuse of public funds in the state.

#RiversPolitics #CorruptionAllegations #NigeriaNews #PublicFunds

FCTA Workers Shut Down Abuja Government Offices, Begin Indefinite Strike Over Unpaid Wages, Welfare Disputes

Government offices across Abuja were deserted on Monday as workers under the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) commenced an indefinite strike, demanding resolution of long-standing labour and welfare issues. Declared by the Joint Union Action Congress (JUAC), the strike follows the expiration of a seven-day ultimatum to FCTA management. Key grievances include unpaid wage awards, promotion arrears, delayed promotions, retention of retired officials, unpaid pension contributions, and worsening working conditions. JUAC has vowed to maintain the strike until all demands are met, warning of continued paralysis of administrative activities across the territory.
#fcta #Abuja

ICPC Files Evidence, Lists Witnesses as Mike Ozekhome Faces Fraud, Forgery Charges Over Late Gen. Useni’s London Property

The ICPC has filed proof of evidence and listed key witnesses as the Federal Government moves ahead with fraud and forgery charges against senior lawyer Mike Ozekhome, SAN, over a disputed London property linked to late General Jeremiah Useni. Prosecutors say the case stems from a UK tribunal judgment that ruled the house belongs to Useni’s estate, dismissing claims tied to a false identity, “Tali Shani.” Investigators plan to present documents, statements, and passport verification evidence, alleging Ozekhome used forged records to assert ownership. The FCT High Court is yet to fix a trial date as the high-profile legal battle deepens.

#OzekhomeTrial #ICPC #NigeriaLegalNews

FCT Police Nab Six Armed Robbery Suspects Targeting Abuja Nightclubs, Recover Weapons, Drugs

The FCT Police Command has arrested six suspected armed robbers linked to a series of violent attacks on nightclubs and recreational centres across Abuja. Acting on intelligence, officers raided the gang’s hideout in Dakwa, Dei-Dei, where the suspects were allegedly planning another attack. Police said the gang was responsible for multiple robberies, including an incident at Crystal Lounge, Wuse II, where jewellery worth ₦15 million was stolen and sold for ₦1.2 million. Recovered items include a toy gun, knives, charms and 42 bags of suspected cannabis. The suspects remain in custody and will be charged after investigations.

#fct #police

Nigerian Govt Charges Senior Advocate Mike Ozekhome With Fraud, Forgery Over Late Gen. Useni’s London Property

The Federal Government of Nigeria has filed a criminal case against Chief Mike Ozekhome, SAN, over alleged fraud, forgery, and use of a falsified Nigerian passport to claim ownership of a London property linked to the late General Jeremiah Useni. The High Court of FCT, Abuja, cited three counts, including receiving the property under false pretenses, creating a fake passport, and using it to substantiate the claim. UK tribunals previously ruled the property belonged to General Useni’s estate, dismissing Ozekhome’s claim and exposing fabricated identities and fraudulent documents in the process.

#MikeOzekhome #FraudCase #GeneralUseni #LondonProperty #NigeriaLaw

SERAP Sues Nigerian Governors, Wike Over Billions in Unaccounted Security Votes

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against Nigeria’s state governors and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike for failing to account for billions of naira spent as “security votes” since May 29, 2023. SERAP highlighted that despite over ₦400 billion allocated annually, insecurity persists, with some governors earmarking ₦140 billion in 2026 alone. The group seeks detailed disclosures on spending, project status, and plans to improve security infrastructure, warning that secrecy in security votes risks embezzlement and violates constitutional and human rights obligations.

#SERAP #SecurityVotes #NigeriaCorruption #Accountability #NigerianGovernors

Nigerians have started talking as ADC candidate snubbed ex-VP Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, and sought the support of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike as the major election approaches. Details in the comment.

Insecurity Don Scatter Teaching Practice: Niger College Relocates Students From Hot Zones

Niger State College of Education, Minna has ordered the immediate relocation of students on teaching practice from Zone C and other unsafe parts of Zones A and B following worsening insecurity. The directive, based on state government security assessments, affects the 2025/2026 exercise. Only schools in Bida, Bosso, Chanchaga, Suleja LGAs and the FCT have been approved. Students posted to high-risk areas have been instructed to report for reposting, with management stressing that compliance is compulsory as safety remains the top priority.

#NigerState #EducationCrisis #Insecurity

Omo, gbe body oo! Former Rivers SSG, Tammy Danagogo, don ask police make dem shift him invitation. Na over alleged assassination plot against FCT Minister Nyesom Wike police wan question am. Letter from him lawyers talk say Danagogo dey out of town, so him no fit appear for January 15, dem beg make dem move am go January 26. Police dey investigate leaked audio wey dey link am with plan to hire Israeli people to kill Wike, plus approach Governor Fubara for funding. Meanwhile, Port Harcourt pastor, Dr. Tombari Gbeneol, don dey two weeks detention as police continue investigation. Police confirm say suspect dey custody, matter still dey under investigation.

N11.9 Million Disappear, Mawogi Health Centre Na Ghost Town – Residents Shout “Wahala oo!”, Call EFCC, ICPC Make Dem Enter Matter

Residents of Mawogi community for Abaji Area Council, FCT, don dey shout tori as N11.9 million wey suppose build Primary Health Care Centre vanish. Civic tech organisation, MonITNG, report say facility dey overgrow with weeds and total neglect, even as community don provide sand, wood, labour and open special account to make project transparent. According to the report, after fund release, Head of Department of Health, Dr. Mansur Ashafa, allegedly tell project committee make dem transfer all money go private company, Shamgaj Integrated Service Limited. People talk say dem pressure dem to sign documents, but construction stop sharply, leaving health centre incomplete. MonITNG dey call ICPC and EFCC make dem investigate, warn say na human right matter be this as Mawogi residents dey suffer despite all their sacrifice. Wahala oo, who go answer this one?

Wahala Don Set Oo! PANDEF Steps In As Wike, Fubara Political Fight Rock Rivers State

Wahala don happen for Rivers State as the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has set up a seven-man peace committee to resolve the deepening political crisis between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike. The group has given the committee two weeks to restore calm and stability in the state. Chaired by former Attorney-General of the Federation, Kanu Agabi (SAN), the panel is tasked with de-escalating tensions between the executive and the Rivers State House of Assembly and encouraging dialogue among key stakeholders. PANDEF Chairman, Godknows Igali, urged both Fubara and Wike to respect the outcome of the reconciliation process. The committee will engage political leaders, traditional rulers and former governors before submitting a report within 14 days. Meanwhile, two lawmakers have withdrawn support for the impeachment move against the governor, calling for a political solution instead of removal from office.

Wahala Don Burst for Abuja Oo! Police Arrest ‘One-Chance’ Gang Over Brutal Killing Of Lawyer Princess Chigbo

Wahala don sup for Abuja oo! The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has finally arrested three notorious “one-chance” armed robbery suspects linked to the gruesome killing of legal practitioner Barrister Chigbo Princess Nwamaka Mediatrix, a tragedy that shook the entire nation.

The suspects—described by police as members of a violent criminal syndicate—were picked up in Dei-Dei, Dakwa, and Dan-Tata communities in Kubwa, Abuja, following an intensive manhunt ordered by the FCT Commissioner of Police, CP Miller Dantawaye.

According to a statement released on Sunday, January 11, 2026, by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, the arrests were carried out as part of a renewed crackdown on “one-chance” operations that have returned to terrorise residents of the nation’s capital.

Who Are The Suspects?

Police identified the suspects as:

Saifullahi Yusuf (22) – from Kaduna State

Ishau Yusuf (24) – also from Kaduna State and biological brother to Saifullahi

Minka’ilu Jibril (a.k.a Dan-Hajia) – also from Kaduna State


Investigations revealed that the trio are members of a well-known “one-chance” robbery network that has reportedly operated in the FCT for years, especially during festive periods when unsuspecting commuters are most vulnerable.

How The Lawyer Was Killed

SP Adeh explained that the tragic incident occurred on January 5, 2026, at about 5:50 p.m., when Barrister Chigbo boarded a black Volkswagen Golf 3 along the Kubwa Expressway, believing it to be a normal commercial vehicle.

“Upon entry into the vehicle, the suspects wound up the tinted windows and threatened the victim with weapons in an attempt to force her to pay ransom for her own release,” the police said.

When the lawyer allegedly resisted, she was physically assaulted and pushed out of the moving vehicle, leading to her death.

Na so life just end like that oo.

The suspects also reportedly stole her Android phone and later sold it in Dei-Dei for ₦120,000. According to police:

Minka’ilu Jibril received ₦30,000,

Saifullahi Yusuf got ₦15,000,

While Ishau Yusuf shared the balance with another accomplice who is still on the run.


Dangerous Weapons Recovered

During the arrests, police recovered several weapons allegedly used by the gang, including:

Five pairs of scissors

Two sharp dagger knives

Two other knives

A long chain used to restrain victims

A plier


Police said investigations are ongoing and efforts are being intensified to arrest the remaining suspect and dismantle other criminal networks linked to the syndicate.

NBA Reacts: “Abuja Is No Longer Safe”

The killing of Princess Chigbo sparked outrage across the country, with the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) raising alarm over what it described as the dangerous return of “one-chance” crimes in Abuja.

In a statement signed by its President, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, the NBA lamented that the capital city had once again been plunged into fear and mourning.

According to the association, Princess Chigbo was not the only victim. Another professional, Ms. Chinemerem Pascalina Chuwumeziem, a nurse, was also killed in a similar “one-chance” attack.

“What appears to be the disturbing return of ‘one-chance’ criminal operations in the Federal Capital Territory has once again plunged Abuja into grief,” the NBA said.

Family’s Painful Account

The late lawyer’s family revealed heartbreaking details of her final moments. Before her abduction, Princess Chigbo was reportedly on a phone call with her sister, Anthonia, when she suddenly cried out in distress and the call cut off.

The family later received a ransom demand of ₦3 million, but before any arrangement could be concluded, subsequent calls captured her screaming in pain.

On January 6, the family was informed that a badly injured woman had been taken to a specialist hospital. When her sister arrived, she found Princess Chigbo’s lifeless body in the mortuary, bearing signs of severe torture, including swollen eyes, bruises, and a cracked skull.

Police Issue Warning To Residents

Commending his officers, CP Miller Dantawaye reassured residents that the FCT Police Command remains committed to flushing out criminal elements from Abuja.

SP Adeh urged members of the public to:

Avoid boarding unregistered or suspicious vehicles

Remain vigilant at all times

Report suspicious activity using police emergency numbers: 08032003913, 07057337653



Wahala don really burst for Abuja oo!
From lawyer to nurse, innocent lives are being cut short by “one-chance” criminals. Nigerians are now asking: how many more must die before this menace finally ends?

Wahala Don Happen: Abuja Lawyer Abducted, Brutally Killed by ‘One-Chance’ Criminals – Ejiofor Raises Alarm!

Abuja wahala don reach another level! Human rights lawyer Ifeanyi Ejiofor has cried out over the shocking abduction and brutal murder of Abuja-based lawyer, Princess Nwamaka Mediatrix Chigbo, allegedly carried out by notorious “one-chance” criminals hiding under the guise of commercial taxis.

In a statement shared with journalists, Ejiofor described the killing as a tragic reflection of the worsening insecurity in the nation’s capital and a failure of leadership and proper intelligence-led policing.

According to the rights lawyer, urgent, discreet, and intelligence-driven action is needed to dismantle these “one-chance” syndicates. He suggested measures like vehicle profiling, mandatory registration, digital tagging, and biometric capture of all commercial transport operators in the FCT, while eliminating unregistered taxis through continuous enforcement and undercover operations.

Ejiofor lamented that Abuja, once meant to be the secure heart of Nigeria, is increasingly becoming a city of fear where criminals attack unsuspecting citizens in broad daylight.

He described the late Princess Chigbo, an active Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) member, as a brilliant lawyer whose death marks the alarming rise of insecurity in the capital. The lawyer was reportedly abducted on January 5, 2026, after boarding what seemed like a normal commercial taxi—what Ejiofor called a “moving death chamber.” She was allegedly tortured and killed by her abductors.

Ejiofor also called out leadership failure in the FCT, accusing the Minister of neglecting his constitutional duty as Chief Security Officer of Abuja, allegedly being more focused on political activities outside the capital.

With insecurity on the rise, Nigerians are now left wondering: is Abuja still safe for everyday citizens trying to go about their business?

Can Anyone Really Push Wike Out of Rivers Politics? FCT Minister Boasts of Unshakable Control, Defies Rivals, and Says Only His Camp Truly Delivered Tinubu’s 2023 Victory

Is Nyesom Wike still the most powerful political force in Rivers State, and can any group truly challenge his grip on the state’s politics? The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister has answered that question with confidence, declaring that no political camp can push him or his loyalists out of Rivers State, despite threats, attacks, and growing opposition since the 2023 general elections.

Speaking during a visit to the Port Harcourt City Local Government Area Secretariat, where he met party leaders, traditional rulers, women, and youth groups, Wike insisted that his political structure remains intact and battle-tested. “Nobody in this state can push us out. We have led this war since 2023 and we have never reneged,” he said, adding that his supporters had stood firm in the face of intense pressure.

The former Rivers governor explained that his ongoing tour of the state’s 23 local government areas was both a show of appreciation to his supporters and a rallying call to maintain backing for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections. According to Wike, Rivers State remains one of the President’s most dependable strongholds.

“If there is one state the President knows he can go home and sleep with his two eyes closed, it is Rivers State,” he declared, arguing that his political camp paid the price for its early and unwavering commitment to Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda.

Wike also fired back at politicians he accused of opportunism, claiming that those who failed to support Tinubu in 2023 are now attempting to take over the Renewed Hope movement. He dismissed such efforts as dishonest and bound to fail. Using a vivid metaphor, he said they were like people who contributed nothing to a meal but suddenly wanted to eat first once the food was ready.

Describing Port Harcourt as a politically complex, cosmopolitan city, Wike said electoral victories there are particularly difficult, making any success significant. He further claimed that Rivers State is unique in its ability to bring leaders of the two major political parties together to work as a team—a strategy he said was central to Tinubu’s victory.

“This is the only state where you can see the leadership of two major political parties working as a team,” he said, urging other states to emulate Rivers rather than resent it.

While projecting strength, Wike also called for unity, humility, and responsive leadership within the state. “Leadership is not a birthright,” he warned, adding that good leaders must listen to the people and be willing to change when advised. He concluded by praising the Port Harcourt City council leadership for its cooperation and urged sustained unity to drive development.

His bold remarks raise key political questions: Is Wike’s dominance in Rivers truly unbreakable? Are his rivals capable of mounting a serious challenge? And will Rivers remain a decisive power base for Tinubu as the 2027 elections approach?

Is Democracy Under Threat in Rivers State? Pro-Democracy Group NDF Demands Recall of Lawmakers Over Impeachment Move Against Governor Fubara

Is the impeachment attempt against Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara a genuine constitutional process—or a politically driven effort that could destabilize the state? The Nigeria Democratic Front (NDF) has strongly condemned the move by some members of the Rivers State House of Assembly to impeach the governor and his deputy, describing it as anti-democratic, self-serving, and dangerous to political stability.

In a statement signed by its National Coordinator, Ikenna Ellis-Ezenekwe, the pro-democracy group accused the lawmakers behind the impeachment proceedings of abandoning the interests of their constituents in favour of what it called personal political loyalty to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. According to the NDF, the action represents a “shameful display of political thuggery” rather than a lawful attempt to uphold accountability.

The group went further to call on political stakeholders within Rivers State and the All Progressives Congress (APC) to initiate a recall process against the lawmakers involved, arguing that their conduct shows they no longer represent the will of the people. “Their action clearly shows that they no longer represent their constituents but their political paymaster,” the statement declared.

The NDF also alleged that the impeachment move is part of a broader attempt to plunge the oil-rich state into prolonged political instability for personal and factional gain. It urged residents of Rivers State to resist what it described as the politics of godfatherism, greed, and elite control, insisting that such practices undermine democratic governance and development.

Expressing firm support for Governor Fubara, the group called on him to remain resolute and unyielding in the face of political pressure, asserting that the governor enjoys widespread public backing. “Rivers State is ready for people-oriented development, not Wike-oriented destruction,” the NDF said, maintaining that the current administration should not be intimidated by forces seeking to derail governance through legislative conflict.

In a direct appeal to the federal government, the group urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene by calling the FCT minister to order, warning that failure to do so could deepen political tensions and erode democratic stability in the state.

As of the time of reporting, neither the Rivers State House of Assembly nor the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, had responded to the allegations.

The unfolding crisis raises pressing questions: Is the impeachment move truly about accountability or about political control? Will Rivers lawmakers face recall from their constituents? And can democratic institutions withstand the growing influence of political godfatherism in Nigeria’s state politics?

Is Abuja Safe Anymore? NBA Raises Alarm Over Return of ‘One-Chance’ Killings After Murder of Nurse and Lawyer

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has raised a grave alarm over what it described as the disturbing return of “one-chance” criminal operations in Abuja following the brutal killing of two professionals in separate incidents across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). In a statement signed by its President, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, the association warned that insecurity is once again tightening its grip on Nigeria’s seat of power.

According to the NBA, the victims were Ms. Chinemerem Pascalina Chuwumeziem, a nurse, and Princess Chigbo Mediatrix, a lawyer and former Treasurer of the NBA Abuja Branch. Both women were allegedly murdered after falling prey to criminals posing as commercial transport operators—an infamous tactic known locally as “one-chance.” Their bodies were later discovered in different parts of the city, sparking widespread fear among residents.

The association described the killings as a chilling reminder of the growing vulnerability of Abuja residents, stressing that the victims were not faceless individuals but professionals who simply intended to return home safely from their daily engagements. The NBA said the incidents had plunged the capital into grief and exposed a dangerous deterioration in public safety.

Condemning the attacks in the strongest terms, the NBA warned that the pattern of “one-chance” crimes could no longer be ignored. It stated that criminal gangs masquerading as transport operators have turned routine commuting into a life-threatening gamble, making ordinary citizens, workers, and professionals targets on the city’s roads.

Osigwe described the killing of Princess Chigbo Mediatrix as particularly painful for the legal community, noting that she was a committed member of the Bar whom he knew personally. He said her death was not only a professional loss but a deeply personal blow, underscoring that lawyers—like all Nigerians—remain dangerously exposed in an environment where criminals operate with impunity.

The NBA warned that the murders represent more than individual tragedies, arguing that they signal a broader erosion of security in the FCT. It stressed that when citizens cannot commute safely, when professionals are attacked in plain sight, and when criminal networks act unchecked in the nation’s capital, the foundations of social order are severely threatened.

Calling for urgent action, the association urged the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, the Nigeria Police Force, and other security agencies to treat the situation as a full-scale security emergency. It demanded immediate, visible, and coordinated measures to dismantle “one-chance” syndicates, including intensified intelligence gathering, surveillance, policing of transport corridors, and targeted operations against known criminal networks.

The NBA also insisted on thorough, transparent, and time-bound investigations into the killings, warning that failure to deliver justice would deepen public fear and embolden criminal elements. It emphasized that justice must not only be promised but must be seen to be done, with perpetrators, collaborators, and enablers identified, arrested, and prosecuted.

Reaffirming the state’s duty to protect lives, the association said citizens should not have to choose between earning a living and staying alive. It warned that Abuja must not become a hunting ground where criminals prey on the vulnerable while law enforcement appears distant or reactive.

The NBA extended condolences to the families of the victims, the healthcare community, the NBA Abuja Branch, and residents of the FCT. The killings have reignited public debate over safety in Nigeria’s capital, raising urgent questions about urban security, policing, public transport safety, and government accountability in protecting citizens from organized street crime.

Is the Okada Ban Being Enforced Again in Abuja? Police Impound 21 Motorcycles, Arrest Riders as Security Agencies Crack Down on Restricted Roads

Is the long-standing ban on commercial motorcycles finally being enforced with renewed force in Abuja—and what does it mean for commuters, riders, and public safety in the nation’s capital?

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command, working with other security agencies, has impounded 21 commercial motorcycles and arrested their riders for violating restrictions on motorcycle operations along major roads and highways in Abuja. The enforcement, carried out on Thursday under the Operation Sweep initiative alongside officials of the Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO), targeted key corridors where commercial motorcyclists—popularly known as okada riders—were found flouting existing traffic and security laws.

According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, Josephine Adeh, the arrested riders and seized motorcycles were apprehended strictly in line with “extant laws guiding traffic and security operations” in the FCT. The police described the action as part of a sustained inter-agency strategy aimed at curbing traffic-related crimes, preventing the use of commercial motorcycles for criminal activities, and strengthening public safety across Abuja.

But is this operation merely routine traffic enforcement—or a signal of a broader security clampdown? Authorities say the ban on commercial motorcycles along major highways remains in force, citing persistent concerns over accidents, robbery, and the ease with which criminals can use motorcycles to evade arrest. By focusing on major roads and restricted routes, the agencies involved insist they are prioritizing both road safety and crime prevention.

Reacting to the operation, the Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, Miller Dantawaye, reaffirmed the command’s commitment to strict enforcement of all traffic and security regulations designed to protect lives and property. He warned that continued defiance of the motorcycle ban would attract “decisive enforcement actions”, adding that similar operations would be intensified across the six Area Councils of the FCT.

The police also urged residents to cooperate with security agencies, comply with traffic directives, and promptly report suspicious activities through official emergency lines. Yet, questions remain: Will sustained enforcement reduce crime and accidents, or will it deepen the economic hardship of riders who rely on commercial motorcycles for survival? How will commuters in underserved areas cope with limited transport options if restrictions tighten further?

As Abuja grapples with balancing security, mobility, and livelihoods, the latest crackdown has reignited debate over the future of commercial motorcycles in the capital—testing whether enforcement alone can deliver safer roads without leaving thousands of riders stranded.