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Wike’s PDP Faction Heads to Court to Void Ibadan Convention

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A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory has taken fresh legal action, asking the Federal High Court in Abuja to invalidate the national convention held in Ibadan by the camp aligned with Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde. In the suit marked FHC/ABJ/CS/250/2025, the plaintiffs — the PDP, Acting National Chairman Mohammed Abdulrahman, and National Secretary Samuel Anyanwu — are urging the court to declare the November 15–16 Ibadan convention “null, void and of no effect.” They also want the Independent National Electoral Commission barred from recognising any decisions or officers produced by the exercise. This latest lawsuit follows a series of earlier challenges by aggrieved members who argued that proceeding with the convention violated the PDP constitution, the Electoral Act, and several court rulings. Among those who had previously gone to court were Imo PDP Chairman Austin Nwachukwu, Abia PDP Chairman Amah Abraham Nnanna, and South-South PDP Secretary Turnah Alabh George. Ahead of the event, Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court restrained INEC from recognising the convention, while Justice Peter Lifu ruled that the exercise could not hold until former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido — who was barred from purchasing a nomination form — was allowed to participate. However, the Makinde-led faction secured a counter-order from Justice A. L. Akintola of the Oyo State High Court, Ibadan, permitting the convention to go ahead. Despite the conflicting judicial positions, the Ibadan convention proceeded under tight security. During the event, Anyanwu, Wike, former Ekiti Governor Ayo Fayose, and eight others were expelled from the party. In the new suit dated November 21, the plaintiffs listed 18 defendants, including INEC, the Inspector-General of Police, the FCT Commissioner of Police, the State Security Service, and several PDP officials. They argue the convention was held “in flagrant disregard” of three existing Federal High Court orders and are seeking to stop the recognition of the newly elected officers, regain control of party offices at Wadata Plaza and Legacy House, and compel security agencies to enforce previous judgments. They also want the court to determine whether any authority can legally acknowledge the Ibadan convention given the Constitution, the Electoral Act, and the PDP constitution. The matter is yet to be assigned to a judge, and no date has been fixed for hearing.

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FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Warns Ground Rent Defaulters Of Property Forfeiture

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FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has warned ground rent defaulters in the territory that their properties could be forfeited to the FCT Administration if they fail to meet the payment deadline. Speaking to journalists yesterday after inspecting key infrastructure projects in Wuse and Life Camp, Wike stressed that no further extensions would be granted, noting that the two-week and presidential grace periods given four months ago have long expired. He cautioned that FCTA officials would seal the premises of defaulters, and ownership of such properties would automatically revert to the government. “If you have not paid, we will seal up the premises and the property becomes the property of the FCT Administration. It is unfortunate that many Nigerians who complain are unwilling to follow the rules. When we started enforcement, there was even a presidential intervention giving them extra time. But it has been over four months, and we cannot implement projects without tax compliance. This is the last extension,” Wike said. The minister also provided updates on ongoing projects, including the Transit Way N2 linking the Central Business District to Wuse, and the Arterial Road N5 (Obafemi Awolowo Way) from Life Camp Junction to Karmo, expressing satisfaction with progress and quality of work, and noting contractors’ assurances of timely completion. On the Abuja bus terminals, Wike said the procurement process is expected to conclude before year-end, adding that the administration is reviewing applicants and their fleet sizes to ensure smooth operations.

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FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Announces Crackdown on Ground Rent and Land Use Defaulters

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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has announced that enforcement actions against defaulters of Ground Rent payments and Land Use Change/Conversion fees will begin on November 26. Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the FCT Minister, made the announcement in a statement on Thursday in Abuja. Olayinka recalled that, following President Bola Tinubu’s intervention, Wike had granted defaulters a 14-day grace period to settle outstanding Ground Rent as of May 26. “The 14-day grace expired on June 9, over five months ago,” he said. He also referenced previous publications in national newspapers and online platforms regarding the revised Land Use/Purpose Clause, which gave defaulters 30 days to pay violation fees of N5 million and other applicable charges for land use changes or conversions. A final grace period of 14 days was granted for properties in Asokoro, Maitama, Garki, and Wuse districts, which will expire on Monday, November 24. Olayinka stated that enforcement will commence from Wednesday, November 26, targeting all defaulters, including property owners who purchased land without completing mandatory registration and obtaining Ministerial Consent. He added that the FCT Administration (FCTA) will also act against defaulters of Right of Occupancy (R-of-O) and Certificate of Occupancy (C-of-O) bills, including property purchasers who have not registered their interests or completed their Deeds of Assignment.

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Wike Blasts Turaki for Calling on Trump, Warns Against Threats to Nigeria’s Democracy

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Nigerian politician Nyesom Wike has condemned PDP factional chairman Tanimu Turaki for publicly appealing to former U.S. President Donald Trump to “save” Nigeria’s democracy, describing the move as reckless and a threat to national security. Speaking to journalists, Wike questioned why Turaki would call on a foreign leader when his own party struggles to comply with court rulings. He also slammed Turaki’s claims that the government is committing a “genocide against Christians,” calling the statement misleading and dangerous. “You come out on national television to say it is not only killing — genocide against Christians. Essentially, you are telling the world that the government is committing genocide,” Wike said. “If we invite someone with facts, nobody complains. But if it is Wike, they cry foul. This is a threat to national security.” Wike stressed that political disputes within parties should be handled internally, not through inflammatory statements to the public or foreign powers. He added that Nigeria’s democracy is resilient and that the real danger comes from politicians who exaggerate internal conflicts for personal or factional gain. “He is calling Trump to come and save their democracy when they cannot even obey a simple court judgment,” Wike said, warning against unnecessary foreign involvement. His remarks highlight ongoing tensions within the PDP and serve as a caution against using external actors to influence domestic political matters.

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Wike-Backed PDP Faction Expels Makinde, Bala Mohammed, Dauda Lawal And Bode George

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A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party aligned with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and National Secretary Senator Samuel Anyanwu has intensified the party’s internal conflict by announcing the expulsion of several top members, including Governors Seyi Makinde, Bala Mohammed and Dauda Lawal, as well as elder statesman Bode George. The group also listed PDP BoT Chairman Adolphus Wabara, newly inaugurated National Chairman Tanimu Turaki (SAN), Deputy National Chairman (South) Taofeek Arapaja and others among those removed. In the same move, they dissolved the party structures in Bauchi, Oyo, Zamfara, Yobe, Lagos, Edo and Ekiti, ordering fresh caretaker committees and new congresses in all affected states. These actions come in the wake of last weekend’s chaotic national convention in Ibadan, which itself resulted in Wike and his loyalists being expelled by the opposing bloc—further widening the party’s bitter divide. Reading the communiqué, Senator Anyanwu said NEC had reviewed a report accusing several leaders of violating Articles 58(1) and 59(1) through acts considered harmful to the party, including open disobedience to court orders and engaging in activities that undermine the PDP’s image. A long list of members was placed under disciplinary investigation, including Wabara, George, Turaki, Makinde, Bala Mohammed, Dauda Lawal, Arapaja, Udom Emmanuel, Mohammed Kadade and others. The faction also demanded that Chief Ali Odefa refund every salary and allowance he received after his expulsion in December 2024. They confirmed several acting NWC positions and approved the Edo State executive led by Barr. Nosa Ogieva-Okunbor. In a broader directive, the group instructed the party’s legal department to begin constitutional processes aimed at retrieving seats from all elected officials who defected from the PDP, citing the provisions of the 1999 Constitution. They concluded by announcing a major reconciliation drive and a comprehensive membership audit ahead of the 2027 elections—while stressing that any peace efforts must not compromise internal discipline.

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Tension Erupts At PDP Secretariat As Anyanwu, Turaki Factions Plan Rival Meetings

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Tension heightened on Tuesday at the Wadata Plaza National Secretariat of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the factions led by Samuel Anyanwu and Kabiru Taminu Turaki prepared to hold separate meetings at the same venue in a fresh showdown over control of the party. Security was heavily reinforced around Zone 5, with police officers, DSS operatives, and other security personnel stationed across the Secretariat. Supporters of both factions gathered nearby, drumming, singing, and displaying loyalty as they awaited the unfolding power tussle. Members invited by the Anyanwu-led faction for its NEC meeting began arriving early. Anyanwu himself got to the Secretariat around 8:50 a.m. and headed straight to his office. As of 9:27 a.m., loyalists of the Turaki faction had not yet arrived, though there were strong indications they were on their way and preparing to make their presence felt. Speaking to journalists, Anyanwu explained that he requested the deployment of security personnel, noting that it is a routine precaution whenever the party convenes a NEC meeting due to the large turnout and sensitive nature of the gathering. He said: “I wrote to the security agencies and I wrote NEC on the 14th of November informing them of the NEC/BoT meeting scheduled for today. I am the National Secretary of the party and my tenure runs till December 8.” Reacting to reports that the Turaki-led faction planned to hold its own meeting at the Secretariat, he added, “We are going for our meeting and we do not expect any intruder. He is coming to hold a meeting here as what?”

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Wike-Backed PDP Faction Calls Emergency NEC And BoT Meetings In Abuja

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A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party loyal to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has moved to reassert its authority by calling emergency meetings of the party’s National Executive Committee and Board of Trustees for Tuesday. Both sessions will hold at the PDP National Secretariat in Abuja, signaling a rejection of the parallel convention staged in Ibadan over the weekend. The notice, issued by Samuel Anyanwu, a strong Wike ally, directed BoT members to meet at 11 a.m., while the NEC will convene at 2 p.m. Members were told attendance is compulsory as they will be addressing what the faction described as critical party matters. The Abuja meetings come as a counter to the Ibadan convention led by Umar Damagum, where Kabiru Turaki was named national chairman and several prominent figures—including Wike, Anyanwu, and former Ekiti governor Ayo Fayose—were declared expelled. That same convention announced the dissolution of party structures in Imo, Abia, Enugu, Akwa Ibom, and Rivers. However, divisions quickly surfaced. Governors Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa and Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau, who were physically present in Ibadan, later distanced themselves from the move to expel the FCT minister. Wike’s media aide, Lere Olayinka, circulated the invitation for the Abuja meetings on X on Monday. Earlier, he had dismissed the Ibadan gathering entirely, describing it as a political charade rather than a legitimate convention. “They went to Ibadan to start dirty December in November,” he wrote, adding that whatever resolutions came from the meeting were of no consequence and could be ignored.

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FCT Police Deny Alleged Attack on Lt AM Yarima in Kubwa

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The FCT Police Command has dismissed reports that Lieutenant AM Yarima was trailed by unidentified individuals in two unmarked Hilux vans in Kubwa on Sunday evening. Claims had circulated that the officer performed escape maneuvers to evade the pursuers. Military sources had suggested that Yarima was followed from the NIPCO Station along the Kubwa Motorway to Gado Nasco Road and that an investigation was ongoing. However, FCT Police spokesperson SP Josephine Adeh clarified: “The attention of the FCT Police Command has been drawn to publications circulating on social media alleging an attempted assassination on Lt Ahmed Yerima. “The Command categorically states that no such incident has been reported or recorded anywhere within the Federal Capital Territory. “The public is advised to disregard this false information and refrain from spreading unverified claims that could cause unnecessary panic. “For the safety of all residents, the Command urges vigilance and encourages anyone who observes suspicious activity to report it to the nearest Police Division.”

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