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BREAKING: We Regret Giving Wike Our Platform – Makinde Slams Wike
A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, aligned with Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has criticised the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over what it described as controversial remarks made during a recent media appearance.
In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, the group condemned Wike’s comments, describing them as an “unsolicited display of political recklessness” and accusing him of attacking respected Nigerians without restraint.
The statement further described the minister’s media outing as inappropriate, alleging that it was publicly funded and lacked decorum, adding that it amounted to “a performance full of sound and fury, signifying nothing.”
The PDP faction said its response was not to engage directly with the substance of Wike’s claims, but rather to apologise to Nigerians for previously supporting his rise to positions of authority, including as governor and minister.
“We regret offering a platform to a person whose conduct and utterances have become a national embarrassment,” the statement said.
It also urged individuals allegedly defamed by the minister to seek legal redress, stressing that no one is above the law.
On internal party issues, the group dismissed claims regarding the existence of a “National Leader” position within the PDP, noting that such a role is not recognised in the party’s constitution.
The statement added that ongoing party activities, including the sale of nomination forms and preparations for primaries and a national convention, would proceed as planned.
It further suggested that Wike’s remarks may be linked to dissatisfaction over his perceived inability to influence the party’s direction, particularly regarding the emergence of its presidential candidate.
The PDP faction also addressed legal matters referenced by the minister, stating that it was awaiting Certified True Copies of relevant court judgments and challenged Wike and his associates to clarify the issues publicly.
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Breaking News: Senate Condemns Attacks on Nigerians, Seeks Guarantees From South Africa
The Senate has warned that Nigeria may review its diplomatic relationship with South Africa if renewed xenophobic attacks against Nigerians continue.
The warning followed a motion moved by Senator Asuquo Ekpeyong over an alleged June 30, 2026, ultimatum issued to Nigerians living in South Africa.
Lawmakers described the development as a serious threat to the safety and livelihoods of Nigerians in the country.
During Tuesday’s plenary, senators condemned the reported attacks on Nigerians and their businesses and urged the Federal Government to seek firm guarantees from the South African authorities for the protection of Nigerian citizens.
Senator Salihu Mustapha called for a stronger response, saying Nigeria should no longer remain silent while its citizens were being attacked.
“We cannot continue to fold our arms while Nigerians are being killed and their businesses looted.”
He added: “This is the starting point for a very robust engagement. I suggest we sever all diplomatic relations with South Africa.”
However, former Senate Leader Yahaya Abdullahi advised against taking immediate drastic action. He argued that the attacks could be linked to efforts to destabilise South Africa’s government rather than being isolated incidents.
According to him, “this is a coordinated effort to destabilise the government of South Africa and to remove the ruling party, the ANC, from office.”
He also urged Nigeria to “tread with great caution” while considering the situation.
After deliberations, the Senate directed the Federal Government, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Nigerian High Commission in South Africa, to obtain written assurances from the South African government on the safety of Nigerians. It also demanded the arrest and prosecution of those responsible for the attacks.
Lawmakers further instructed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission and the Nigerian High Commission to document all cases involving Nigerians who were killed, injured, displaced, unlawfully detained or whose properties were destroyed, with the aim of seeking compensation.
The Senate also called on the Federal Government to work with the African Union and other affected African countries to establish an early warning system and accountability mechanism to prevent future xenophobic attacks.
In addition, the Senate directed its Committees on Foreign Affairs and Diaspora Affairs to review the implementation of its earlier resolutions on xenophobic attacks and report back within two legislative weeks.
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