Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barrister Nyesom Wike, has announced his withdrawal from all previously agreed resolutions aimed at resolving the crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), accusing Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State of betrayal and deliberate sabotage.

In a statement personally signed and titled “PDP Crisis: My Position,” Wike expressed disappointment over what he described as serial violations of gentleman’s agreements reached by PDP stakeholders to stabilize the party. He vowed to continue the struggle until justice prevails.

“I have now firmly decided to pull out of all agreements hitherto reached. I have decided to fight on until justice is attained,” Wike said.

The former Rivers State governor recounted a series of high-level meetings, including a G5 Governors’ session in Lagos and a broader reconciliation dialogue at former Senate President Bukola Saraki’s guest house in Abuja. According to Wike, those meetings produced critical resolutions, such as the reaffirmation of Senator Samuel Anyanwu as PDP National Secretary—based on a Supreme Court judgment—and the withdrawal of all legal cases involving Rivers State.

However, Wike said those agreements were disregarded almost immediately. He accused Makinde of colluding with Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah to push for Ude Okoye as a replacement for Senator Anyanwu and of engineering moves to subvert internal party processes.

“To my utter dismay, Governor Makinde teamed up with Peter Mbah to convene a South-East leaders’ meeting that threatened to pull out of the PDP if Ude Okoye was not imposed as Secretary,” Wike stated.

He also alleged that some PDP officials, under the influence of Makinde, tried to legitimize unauthorized party actions, including issuing NEC meeting notices and electoral correspondence through the Deputy National Secretary instead of the legally recognized National Secretary, leading to the collapse of the zonal congress in Jos after INEC refused to participate.

Wike, who has been with the PDP since 1998, said he had contributed significantly to the party’s survival and to the electoral victories of many governors but has never demanded personal rewards.

“What is more painful is that I contributed substantially to most of these governors winning their elections, yet I have not made any personal demands on any of them and I would never do so,” he stressed.

Concluding, Wike warned that the continued violation of internal agreements will only deepen the PDP’s crisis, and he has therefore resolved to distance himself from further negotiations and pursue justice by all means.

The minister’s latest outburst adds fuel to the already raging fire within the PDP, signaling a renewed internal struggle that could reshape the party’s future direction.

…Pledge to Deliver Their States for APC Victory

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has received a major boost ahead of the 2027 general elections as the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) officially endorsed him as the sole presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The endorsement was announced during the APC National Summit currently holding at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

The motion for Tinubu’s endorsement was moved by Imo State Governor and PGF Chairman, Hope Uzodimma, and seconded by Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani—signaling a united front by APC governors in backing the President’s second-term ambition.

Speaking on behalf of the forum, Uzodimma reaffirmed the governors’ unwavering support for Tinubu, commending his leadership and reform agenda. He pledged that APC governors will mobilize political structures in their respective states to secure victory for the party in 2027.

> “We are committed to delivering our states for President Tinubu. His transformative leadership has set a new direction for Nigeria, and we stand fully behind him,” Uzodimma declared.

The endorsement aligns with recent declarations of support from other party blocs, including APC governors from the North Central, who recently passed a vote of confidence on Tinubu’s administration, citing his strides in infrastructure, economic reforms, and inclusive governance.

This strong show of support from the APC governors comes at a time when opposition alliances are beginning to take shape. Notably, former PDP presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, and ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, are reported to be aligning with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in anticipation of the 2027 polls.

Tinubu’s endorsement by the Progressive Governors Forum not only solidifies his hold on the APC structure but also sends a clear signal to opposition blocs as political realignments continue ahead of the next election cycle.

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A high-profile legal challenge against the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State suffered a setback on Thursday after the Federal High Court in Port Harcourt transferred the case to its Abuja Division.

The case, Suit No: FHC/PH/53/2025, filed by Port Harcourt-based legal practitioner Samuel Amatonjie, names President Bola Tinubu, the Attorney General of the Federation, the Senate, the House of Representatives, and the Sole Administrator of Rivers State as respondents.

The suit was slated for hearing before Justice Adamu Mohammed Turaki in Port Harcourt but was abruptly removed from the court’s docket. Upon arrival, Amatonjie was informed that the matter had been transferred to Abuja.

Speaking with journalists outside the courtroom, Amatonjie expressed shock and disappointment over the sudden development.

“I was told the case has been moved to the Abuja Division under Order 49 of the Federal High Court Civil Procedure Rules,” he said. “While I respect the court’s discretion, I have mixed feelings. This is a matter of great public interest and should have been heard here in Rivers, where the issue directly affects the people.”

He noted that other suits challenging the emergency declaration in Rivers State were also reportedly transferred to Abuja.

Amatonjie stressed the need for urgency in the matter, calling on the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court to swiftly assign the case to a judge to avoid unnecessary delays.

“My worry is that matters of this nature deserve expeditious hearing. Having transferred it to the FCT, I urge the judiciary to act quickly. Justice delayed is justice denied,” he added.

Amatonjie’s suit seeks to challenge the legality and constitutionality of the emergency declaration by President Tinubu, which was subsequently ratified by the National Assembly. He argues that such an action, particularly in a democratic setting, must be grounded in verifiable threats and follow due process.

“The declaration of emergency without credible justification is not only dangerous but also undermines the constitutional fabric of our democracy,” he said.

The suit adds a fresh layer to the political tensions gripping Rivers State, and legal experts suggest that its eventual outcome could set a precedent for future emergency declarations in Nigeria.

The Benue State Caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the National Assembly has formally endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as its sole candidate for the 2027 presidential election, citing his administration’s achievements in infrastructure, healthcare, education, and economic empowerment.

The endorsement, announced during a press conference at the National Assembly on Wednesday, makes the Benue APC Caucus the first group in the 10th Assembly to adopt Tinubu for re-election.

Speaking on behalf of the Caucus, Senator Titus Zam (Benue North West) said the decision was a show of appreciation for the President’s “transformative leadership and strategic interventions in Benue State.”

“We, the undersigned Members of the APC National Assembly Caucus from Benue — comprising two of the three Senators and ten of the eleven House of Representatives Members — hereby formally and unequivocally endorse President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office,” Zam said.

The lawmakers highlighted key projects facilitated by the Tinubu-led administration, including the:

465-kilometer Calabar–Ebonyi–Benue–Nasarawa–Abuja Superhighway

Makurdi–Aliade–Otukpo–Enugu Road, including a flyover at Wurukum Roundabout, Makurdi

1.7-kilometer Buruku Bridge over River Katsina-Ala (₦83.8 billion)

Dualization of 9th Mile–Otukpo–Makurdi Road

Rehabilitation of the Oju–Cross River Federal Road

They also commended the establishment and enhanced support for federal institutions in the state, such as:

Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo (FUHSO) – benefiting from improved funding and academic expansion

Federal University Teaching Hospital, Otukpo – equipped with modern facilities and specialist personnel

Infectious Disease Control Centre in Vandeikya

Federal College of Agricultural Technology in Opialu Ojapo

The Caucus praised the Federal Government’s role in housing and social welfare, particularly the construction of 250 housing units under the Renewed Hope Housing Estates, and the approval of 1,000 homes under the Pulaku Initiative.

Additionally, they noted that Benue State received ₦44 billion in federal allocations, including ₦5 billion for post-subsidy palliatives, ₦9 billion Infrastructure Fund, and ₦30 billion from the Subnational Intervention Fund.

On insecurity, the lawmakers acknowledged the President’s efforts in deploying security personnel and resources to Benue but urged Governor Hyacinth Alia to deepen collaboration with federal security agencies.

“We commend President Tinubu’s proactive efforts in combating insecurity across Benue. However, this fight cannot be left to the federal government alone,” Zam stated. “We urge the state government to strengthen its role in intelligence gathering, community policing, and neighborhood watch programs.”

The Caucus reiterated its commitment to support peace-building, reconstruction of conflict-affected communities, and compensation for displaced farmers whose livelihoods have been disrupted.

“We will continue to use our legislative powers to facilitate interventions that promote peace and restore normalcy to our communities,” the lawmakers declared.

As the 2027 political landscape begins to take shape, the Benue APC Caucus’s early endorsement signals both strong party loyalty and recognition of President Tinubu’s influence in the region.