“Your Campaign Promotes APC” – Wike Pulls The Plug On Stadium For Atiku’s Rally

Wike and Atiku are members of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). Both men have been at loggerheads for several months over alleged injustice in the party leadership. Their relationship hit a new low on Tuesday as the Rivers government informed the Atiku campaign that it was withdrawing the approval of the campaign’s rally venue. Eko … Read more

‘Our Democratic System Is Compromised’ – Wike Blows Hot

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Wike has stated that no election in Nigeria has been conducted freely and fairly. Wike spoke on Thursday during the 2023 Port Harcourt City International Conference in Port Harcourt. According to Wike, the success or failure of good governance would decide the faith in democracy in the country. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor … Read more

PDP: Why Wike, G-5 Governors Escaped Suspension

G-5 Governors

Wike and the G-5 Governors were not among the members recently suspended. Former Governor of Enugu, ex-Governor, Ayodele Fayose’s son and some PDP candidates in Imo, Enugu and Ekiti State were suspended. The G-5 governors have expressed their displeasure with northern dominance in key positions in the party. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the crisis … Read more

APC Responsible For Port Harcourt Explosion – Wike

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Wike has blamed the ruling party for Port Harcourt Explosion. He accused the APC of renting the venue from one faction of the community, prompting a clash with another interest group. At least three people were reportedly injured when an explosion occurred during the APC governorship campaign. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor, Nyesom … Read more

Wike Threatens To Stop Atiku’s Campaign At Rivers Stadium

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Wike has threatened to stop Atiku’s campaign in Rivers. The Governor on Friday stated that he gave the stadium to the PDP Council at no cost but would withdraw his approval. Governor Wike warned the Director-General of the PCC in Rivers State, Dr. Abiye Sekibo, against any attempt to forcefully take possession of the stadium. … Read more

Why Wike, Other G-5 Governors May Pitch Their Tent With Tinubu

By Praise Ben Like a chorus of discontent, Governor Nyesom Wike and the other G-5 Governors – Seyi Makinde, Okezie Ikpeazu, Samuel Ortom, and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi – have all united in their fervent rejection of Atiku’s presidential aspirations. It is beyond dispute that these leaders of the People’s Democratic Party have made their opposition to … Read more

Get Some Medical Help ASAP, You’re Skin and Bones – PDP Slams Wike

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PDP has described the Rivers state governor as weak and emaciated. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Presidential Campaign has asked the Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, to seek medical attention. The Special Assistant, Public Communication to Atiku Abubakar, Phrank Shaibu, said this in a statement in Abuja. EDITOR’S PICKS  … Read more

‘We are Unanimously Endorsing A Presidential Candidate’ – G-5 Governors Dispell Confusion

G-5 Governors

The G-5 Governors have stated that they are united in selecting a presidential candidate. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the five aggrieved Governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), known as the G-5, on Thursday said they are united. This online media platform gathered that the governors stated this at the Mapo Hall in Ibadan, … Read more

2023: G-5 Governors May Not All Be On The Same Page In Their Choices of Presidential Candidates

G-5 Governors

It has been reported that the G-5 governors may pick individual candidates to support. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the strategies of the five aggrieved governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), better known as the G-5, to unveil their preferred presidential candidate have been revealed. Following their decision to abandon the presidential candidate of … Read more

‘G5 Governors Have No Misgivings Towards Atiku, Wike and Ayu Are At Odds’ – Akinjide Reveals

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Akinjinde has stated that the G-5 Governors have no problem with Atiku. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a former Minister of State for FCT, Olajumoke Akinjide, has said that the G-5 governors do not have any issues with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar. She, however, stated that the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, … Read more

‘I Prayed For Obasanjo To Stay Mute’ – Wike Expresses Concern Over Atiku’s Candidacy

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Wike has expressed concerns over Atiku’s candidacy after Obi’s endorsement. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, said that his statement over Olusegun Obasanjo’s endorsement of Labour Party’s Peter Obi was not made to mock the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar. He insisted that he made the … Read more

‘There Will Be A Crack’ – Powerful Prophecies Emerge About Wike, G-5 Governors

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Powerful prophecies have emerged about Wike and G-5 governors. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the founder and senior pastor of the Champions Royal Assembly, Prophet Joshua Iginla, has released a powerful prophecy about aggrieved governors on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), popularly known as the G-5. The G-5 consists of Rivers State … Read more

‘He Is Not Fighting For South’ – Reno Omokri Unveils Reason For Wike’s Hostility Towards Atiku

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Reno Omokri has alleged that Wike is not fighting for Southern Presidency. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has opined that Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, is not fighting the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, on the ground of 2023 presidential zoning. Reno made the revelation on … Read more

Peter Obi: Wike Speaks Up On Obasanjo’s Endorsement

Peter Obi's endorsement

Wike has reacted to Peter Obi’s endorsement by Obasanjo. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has reacted to former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s endorsement of former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, to succeed President Muhammadu Buhari come 2023. This online media platform gathered that Obasanjo made a public declaration of … Read more

Wike To Okowa: God Will Never Give Power To Those Who Betray Their Brothers

Wike has replied Okowa, saying God will never give power to those who betray their brothers. Eko Hot Blog reports that Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has responded to a comment by Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State on the crisis plaguing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). EDITOR’S PICKS  Bolanle Raheem: Killer Cop ASP Vandi … Read more

PDP: Wike Will Become The Hero Of Democracy – Former Presidential Candidate

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A former Presidential candidate has stated that Wike will end up as a hero of democracy.  EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Former presidential candidate and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Adamu Garba says the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike is on course to become a hero of democracy in Nigeria. Garba in … Read more

2023: What Would Happen To G-5 Governors If They Get Expelled By PDP – INEC

G-5 Governors

INEC has opened up on fate of the G-5 Governors, if they get expelled by PDP.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said that the candidacy of the G-5 governors will still remain intact even if they are expelled from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

The electoral body stated this in an interview while speaking with the People’s Gazette.

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The spokesman of the commission, Festus Okoye explained that the candidacy of the aggrieved governors will not have an adverse effect in the 2023 election if they lose their place in the PDP.

“All the candidates that their names have been submitted will remain candidates until elections are over,” Okoye explained.

The INEC spokesperson also said that a political party lacks the power to replace any candidate, considering that the 2023 Elections are barely weeks away.

No political party can substitute any candidate,” Okoye stressed, adding that “they will remain the candidates of the political party that nominated them.”

The G-5 governors are Governors Nyesom Wike, Seyi Makinde, Samuel Ortom, Okezie Ikpeazu and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi.

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The governors revolted against the leadership of Iyorchia Ayu, the PDP national chairman. They asked him to resign over allegations of corruption and failure to honour his own words, where he reportedly promised to resign if the PDP’s presidential candidate emerged from the North.

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Wike, Other G-5 Governors To Return To Nigeria On Friday – Reports

G-5 Governors

Wike and other G-5 governors will return to Nigeria on Friday.  EKO HOT BLOG reports that the aggrieved Governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), popularly known as G5 Governors, are set to return to Nigeria on Friday. A source familiar with happenings around them gave the information, saying barring any last-minute change, the Governors … Read more

2023: Details Of Tinubu’s Meeting With Wike, G-5 Governors Emerge

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Details of Tinubu’s meeting G-5 Governors have emerged. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu, has reportedly met with the five aggrieved governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), popularly called G5, in London, the United Kingdom. Governors Nyesom Wike (Rivers), Seyi Makinde (Oyo), Okezie Ikpeazu … Read more