Politics
Wike Says PDP Can Still Stand Strong if Greed and Pride Don’t Tear It Apart
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has made it clear that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will survive, despite the internal issues rocking it. Wike gave this assurance on Monday evening while hosting a meeting with key party members under the banner of “Concerned Stakeholders of the PDP.”
In attendance were former governors like Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu, Samuel Ortom of Benue, and Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia. Also present were the PDP National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, ex-Senate Minority Leader Philip Aduda, current and former lawmakers, as well as zonal and state executives.
Wike praised the group, saying they’re not just people who make noise in the media but real members who have shown genuine commitment to the party’s progress. He highlighted the role of the G5 Governors, saying their decisions helped stabilize the country. According to him, if not for the steps taken by the G5, Nigeria would have been in deeper crisis.
He insisted that the PDP’s current problems stem from its failure to listen to warnings in the past. Wike emphasized that the party must respect both its internal rules and the country’s constitution. He added that as an opposition, the PDP cannot afford to act with arrogance or impunity. Instead of pushing people away, he said, the focus should be on unity and reconciliation. “Let’s not let greed and pride destroy our party,” he warned.
Politician and former President Olusegun Obasanjo speaks on Nigeria and shares that the possibility of Nigeria surviving another civil war is quite low.
He revealed that the issues that led to the Biafra War have not been resolved and that if another war breaks out, it will be much harder to resolve.
Reflecting on the civil war, he shared “The conditions that led to the Nigerian civil war years ago still remain unresolved.”
“I was involved in the civil war, but whenever people ask me about the Asaba massacre, I always tell them I cannot give details because Murtala Muhammed was responsible for operations in that area.”
Nigerian businessman Isaac Fayose pleads with the government and President Tinubu that the minimum wage needs to be increased.
He shared that the current minimum wage of ₦70,000 is not enough considering the current state of the country and urged the government to increase it to ₦200,000.
“President Tinubu, have mercy on our people and increase the minimum wage to ₦200,000 now. I don’t think anyone can survive on the current ₦70,000 minimum wage. ₦70,000 is nothing. If we don’t solve the minimum wage problem, we can’t solve crime.”
Human rights activist and lawyer Deji Adeyanju has faced backlash after suggesting that opposition figures, including Peter Obi, could contribute to President Tinubu’s chances of re-election if opposition votes remain divided.
He stated “If Tinubu gets re-elected in 2027, blame Peter Obi and the other contractor-general. With all the insecurity and kidnapping in the country, they are the ones aggressively working for his second term by ensuring opposition votes are divided like they did in 2023.”
His comments sparked criticism from many Nigerians, who argued that Peter Obi is not the only opposition figure and should not be solely blamed for political divisions.
The Hottest Songs on the Billboard Hot 100 Today
‘Dating Doesn’t Mean I’ll Cook for You’ — Simi Sanya
‘Abeg Nah Old Video’ — 2Baba Addresses Viral Rumours With Annie
-
Entertainment3 hours ago‘Dating Doesn’t Mean I’ll Cook for You’ — Simi Sanya
-
Entertainment5 hours ago‘Don’t Let Anyone Pressure You’ — Sharon Adeleke on Outfit Repeats
-
Entertainment4 hours ago‘Abeg Nah Old Video’ — 2Baba Addresses Viral Rumours With Annie
-
Entertainment5 hours ago‘People Talk About Everything I Do’ — Cardi B Speaks Amid Dating Rumours
-
Entertainment3 hours agoThe Hottest Songs on the Billboard Hot 100 Today
-
Entertainment5 hours agoGodzilla x Kong Actress Kaylee Hottle Passes Away