EkoHotBlog reports that the immediate past Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, reportedly had a lengthy meeting lasting over six hours with Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Thursday. The meeting, held in anticipation of the Senate resumption on July 4, 2023, aimed to thwart the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) hierarchy’s influence over the selection of … Read more
Nyesom Wike claimed he was poisoned in 2018. Atiku’s aide says his health problems are due to alcohol abuse. Wike has not responded to the allegations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Phrank Shaibu, the Special Assistant on Public Communication to Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 PDP presidential candidate, has disputed the claim by Nyesom Wike, … Read more
Former PDP presidential aspirant Oliver Diana reveals that the party has not taken action against Wike due to a desire for peace and avoiding further obstacles. While the PDP has the power to sanction Wike, the focus is on building the party and preparing for future challenges. However, NEC member Timothy Osadolor suggests that Wike … Read more
Former Senator Shehu Sani has responded to former Governor Nyesom Wike’s comments about potential appointments from President Bola Tinubu. He noted that Wike is more focused on appointments than members of the ruling party. Wike expressed that if offered an appointment by Tinubu, he would consult his wife and friends. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has been meeting with former governors Nyesom Wike, David Umahi, and Godswill Akpabio at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Security clearance caused a delay for the former governors. Wike and Umahi previously visited the State House separately, while Akpabio is the preferred candidate of the APC for the Senate President position. EKO … Read more
Former Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, leaves his appointment decision to God, amidst Tinubu speculation. Wike prioritizes rest after eight years in government, refraining from accepting any immediate appointments. If approached by Tinubu, Wike will consult his wife and friends before making a decision. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the former governor of Rivers State, … Read more
Says the action shows Tinubu came prepared Wike speaks on plans to dump PDP Calls on Nigerians to support the subsidy removal policy Eko Hot Blog reports that Nyesom Wike, former governor of Rivers state has defended President Bola Tinubu’s decision on subsidy removal, saying it is he is he’s prepared for the job. Wike … Read more
A member of the PDP’s National Executive Committee claimed that Wike is no longer a member of the party due to his conduct before, during, and after the 2023 general elections. The PDP leadership has decided to isolate Wike and make him inconsequential in the party’s affairs. However, a chieftain of the PDP stated that … Read more
Members of the APC in Rivers State has express concern over Governor Wike’s friendly relationship with the party’s leadership, especially President-elect Bola Tinubu. Wike’s rumored support for the national ruling party during the 2023 presidential election has led to speculation that he may join the APC. Despite Governor Wike’s previous criticisms of the APC and … Read more
Tinubu has rejected Wike’s demand to reimburse Rivers for Flyovers erected on Federal Highways. During commissioning, Wike pleaded with the President-elect to refund the state for the expenses incurred on the projects. Responding, Tinubu stated that he did not owe the governor anything. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President-elect, Bola Tinubu has declined a … Read more
Wike has ordered the immediate issuance of promotion letters to 4000 civil servants. During the commemoration of Workers Day in Port Harcourt, Wike issued the directive to the State Civil Service Commission. The government commended workers for their hard work in the state. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, … Read more
Governor Nyesom Wike met with President-elect Bola Tinubu in Abuja. Wike has endorsed Tinubu and urged Nigerians to support the incoming administration. The details of their conversation behind closed doors have been revealed. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the details of what the Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike said about the President-elect Bola Tinubu when … Read more
Dele Momodu has criticised Wike saying he is possessed by the demon of anger and urging Nigerians to pray for him. Momodu acknowledged Wike as a hardworking man but notes his glee at the loss of the PDP Presidential candidate and his attacks on opponents. Momodu has offered prayers for Wike’s deliverance from the demon … Read more
Rivals on the pitch, allies on the inside, Nasir El-Rufai pays a visit to Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike at his residence in Port Harcourt. The visit was to commission a project that was carried out by the Rivers State governor under Wike’s administration. The project that El-Rufai was invited to commission is aimed at … Read more
The Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike has positively impacted the 23 local government areas of the state. He charges the incoming administration on stewardship and insists on a full report card to be presented to the people by 2027. The Governor urges the Governor-elect, Siminialayi Fubara and his team not to be distracted by … Read more
Wike has reacted after Ayu stepped down for Damagum. Wike expressed satisfaction over the replacement Ayu. This comes two days after Ayu was suspended by his ward in Benue State. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike has ridiculed the embattled former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Iyiorchia Ayu, … Read more
Despite the absence of a political structure, Peter Obi secured over 6 million votes, and Wike has outlined two factors that contributed to his success. In the build-up to the 2023 presidential election, Peter Obi was mocked as not having a “structure” to compete with political heavyweights such as Bola Tinubu and Atiku Abubakar. Surprisingly, … Read more
The Rivers State government has issued an evacuation notice to Daar Communications to leave the land housing its Port Harcourt station or risk its demolition. According to the government, the AIT structure impacts on its intended project in the Port Harcourt area. The evacuation notice was first issued on 20th March. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
Wike has denied allegations of seeking a third term through Fubara. Fubara is a top ally of Wike and a former Accountant-General of Rivers State. During a media chat, Wike maintained that Fubara is an independent person capable of exercising his own judgment and choices. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Rivers State, … Read more
The Rivers State government has responded to the attacks by spokespersons alleged to be representing PDP presidential candidate, Abubakar Atiku on its governor, Nyesom Wike. In response, the State has called on the former Vice President’s attention to bringing the spokespersons to order. This comes from a statement issued on Tuesday in Port Harcourt through … Read more