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Three Arrested in Rivers for Fatal Attack on Police Officers
Rivers State police have apprehended three men accused of killing two officers during an ambush in Aluu, with one suspect still being pursued.
Nyesom Wike criticizes Chibuike Amaechi and backs Tinubu for 2027
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has dismissed Chibuike Amaechi as a political liability while declaring President Bola Tinubu the only viable candidate for Rivers State in the 2027 elections.
Wike rejects Amaechi’s political value in Rivers, labels Atiku ticket a failure
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has dismissed the political influence of Rotimi Amaechi, labeling his potential alliance with Atiku Abubakar as a guaranteed electoral failure.
Wike claims Tinubu is the only viable candidate in Rivers for 2027
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike asserts that President Tinubu will sweep Rivers State in 2027, backed by a cross-party coalition dedicated to the state's federal interests.
Wike Dismisses Amaechi’s Vice Presidential Prospects Due to 2015 Political Actions
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike argues that Rotimi Amaechi is unsuitable for the vice presidency, citing his past opposition to Goodluck Jonathan's 2015 re-election and a lack of contributions to Rivers State.
Nyesom Wike Defends Aggressive Political Approach, Dismisses Comparisons to Clergy
Minister Nyesom Wike has defended his combative political style, arguing that politics and ministry follow different rules, while addressing tensions in Rivers State.
Wike Claims Fubara Failed by Seeking Independent Political Control
Nyesom Wike identifies Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s attempt to build an independent political structure early in his term as the primary cause of the ongoing rift in Rivers State.
Nyesom Wike and Rainbow Coalition hold private talks on Rivers State gubernatorial succession
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike is meeting with members of the Rainbow Coalition in Port Harcourt to discuss the selection of a consensus candidate for the next Rivers State governor.
Wike Claims Amaechi as Atiku’s Running Mate Would Damage 2027 Prospects
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike warns that picking Rotimi Amaechi as a running mate would weaken Atiku Abubakar's 2027 presidential bid, citing Amaechi's poor political track record in Rivers State.
Nyesom Wike Claims Status as Most Seasoned Politician in Rivers State Since 1999
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike asserts his dominance as the most experienced politician in Rivers State since 1999 while criticizing those he claims misled Governor Siminalayi Fubara.