Politics
‘Rivers no go area, your hand will burn’ — Wike warns Senator Basiru over Fubara
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike, has issued a stern warning to Senator Ajibola Basiru, cautioning him against interfering in Rivers State politics following his public comments in support of Governor Siminalayi Fubara.
Wike delivered the warning while addressing supporters in Oyigbo Local Government Area of Rivers State, declaring the state off-limits to political actors he described as outsiders.
Reacting to Basiru’s remarks, the former Rivers governor warned against taking the support of Rivers leaders for President Bola Tinubu for granted.
“Don’t take our support for Mr President for granted. You have to be very careful with the statements you make,” Wike said.
In a strongly worded statement, the minister declared Rivers a political “no-go area,” warning that anyone who attempts to interfere should be prepared for the consequences.
“When Mr President comes back, when I see the Minister of Blue Economy, I will tell them to tell him – if carry your hand to Rivers State, if your hand burns, don’t say na me burn am,” he said.
Wike added, “I can challenge anybody. This state is a no-go area whether you like it or not. Go and ask those who have tried it before. You open your mouth to talk about Rivers State, anything you see, take it.”
The minister accused unnamed political figures of making “unnecessary noise” about Rivers politics and warned them to focus on their own affairs.
“So take the one you have taken. Stop making unnecessary noise,” he stated.
Senator Basiru had earlier made comments backing Governor Fubara amid the ongoing political tensions in Rivers State.
Politics
Atiku, Tambuwal destroyed PDP – Fayose
Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has said that ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal destroyed the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.
Fayose made this allegation on Friday while fielding questions in an interview on ‘Politics Today’, a programme on Channels Television monitored by Ekwutosblog.
Atiku and Tambuwal destroyed PDP. Politics is not fair. Life itself is s not balanced.
“Everybody stands where they will be able to say the truth to Nigerians. I’m not contesting any election and I’m not asking anybody for favour.
“Let me quickly say this. I never knew this thing will ever happen between Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara and the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike.
“I was sitting on the high table the day governor Fubara was sworn in and we were on the high table in Rivers. And I told Wike that I want to say one or two things to Fubara not to betray you.”
Politics
“I am not ready to join any political party now, I am still consulting, and once I am done with my consultation I will make a statement.”~~ George Moghalu
Labour Party chieftain and former Anambra State governorship candidate, George Moghalu, has said he is not ready to join any political party for now, stressing that he is still consulting widely before taking any decision.
Moghalu made this known during a media session with political correspondents at his residence, where he disclosed that discussions are ongoing ahead of a possible defection to another political party. The former APC member emphasized that any decision he eventually makes will be reached collectively, noting that he must also consult with those who left the APC alongside him.
“I am not ready to join any political party now. I am still consulting, and once I am done with my consultation, I will make a statement,” Moghalu said.
He also called on opposition leaders to be guided by principles and ideology, deepen internal democracy, uphold the rule of law, and place national interest above personal ambition as the country moves toward the 2027 general elections.
Politics
PRESIDENT TINUBU HAILS NRS CHAIRMAN, ZACCH ADEDEJI, ON HIS BIRTHDAY
President Bola Tinubu congratulates Dr Zacch Adedeji, the Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service, on his birthday.
President Tinubu commends Adedeji’s sterling leadership of the 83-year-old revenue agency, the introduction of fresh ideas, the adoption of global best practices, the automation of systems, and the upskilling of staff members for the greater good of the nation.
“I salute the NRS Chairman for his visionary and charismatic dedication in restructuring, aligning and managing the revenue profile of the country.
“He recorded a historic achievement, meeting the budget targets in the Third Quarter of 2025, and stimulating the economy for prosperity.
“Zacch has also been instrumental in the adoption of the National Single Window, a transformative federal digital platform to streamline import and export processes, enhance transparency and reduce cargo clearance from 21 days to one week,” the President remarks.
Dr Adedeji previously served as a senior member of Procter & Gamble’s management team, as Commissioner of Finance for Oyo State, and as Executive Secretary of the National Sugar Development Council, where he established the National Sugar Institute.
He also served as Special Adviser to the President on Revenue before being appointed as FIRS chairman in September 2023.
The President prays that the Almighty God will grant the NRS Chairman more years of good health, wisdom and strength to keep serving the nation.
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information & Strategy)
January 8, 2026
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