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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has addressed the recent prediction made by the former governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, who stated that President Bola Tinubu would be defeated in the 2027 presidential election.
El-Rufai, during an interview on national TV, had stated that Tinubu would come third in the 2027 presidential election.
“Tinubu will be third in the 2027 election. I have done my maths, and I can tell you Tinubu has no pathway to win. The worst-case scenario is that there will not be any winner in the first ballot,” the former governor had said.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has stated that the same political figures advocating for former President Goodluck Jonathan’s 2027 candidacy are those who betrayed him in the 2015 elections.
There have been speculations that Jonathan may contest the presidency for a second time on the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) platform.
However, the ex-president has been mum on the speculation.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared that he will not challenge President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. This decision comes despite the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) having zoned its presidential ticket to the South.
The former Governor of Rivers State stated this on Monday during his monthly media chat in Abuja.
Wike stated that his decision was rooted in loyalty and integrity, rather than political gain.
The federal government has applauded the conviction of Biafra agitator, Simon Ekpa, on terrorism charges by a Finnish court.
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated this on 𝕏 formerly Twitter on Monday.
He stated that the development is a major victory for the people of Nigeria and the collective fight against terror.
The Office of the National Security Adviser (NSA) has refuted claims made by former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, alleging that the security apparatus provides payments and other incentives to bandits.
El-Rufai had earlier, while appearing on a programme on Channels Television, claimed that the Federal Government was sponsoring bandits.
He alleged that the government was using a national policy of negotiating with and compensating armed groups rather than confronting them.
A pro-Biafran agitator, Simon Ekpa, has received a six-year prison sentence from a Finnish district court for terrorism-related offenses.
The Finnish government announced the arrest of Ekpa along with four other individuals on allegations of engaging in terror-related activities, which include incitement to violence and financing terrorism.
Finnish law enforcement has confirmed that Ekpa, who is referred to as the self-declared Prime Minister of the Biafra Republic Government-in-Exile, purportedly utilised social media platforms to incite violence in the South-East region, specifically targeting both civilians and governmental authorities.
In a surprising turn of events, Bayer Leverkusen has officially parted ways with manager Erik ten Hag. The decision, which came directly from the club’s hierarchy, was made earlier this morning, and the Dutch tactician was formally informed just moments ago.
Sports analyst Fabrizio Romano exclusively reported on Monday on his X formerly Twitter account.
The announcement has sent shockwaves through the football community, as Ten Hag’s tenure at Leverkusen was closely watched following his managerial stint at Manchester United. While the club has yet to release an official statement detailing the reasons behind his dismissal, reports suggest that internal disagreements and unsatisfactory performances may have contributed to the board’s swift action.
A former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has revealed that his backing of the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s Muslim-Muslim ticket in the 2023 presidential election was a strategic political decision.
Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television, he asserted that it was not a move motivated by religion, but rather a deliberate plan to secure electoral victory.
The former Kaduna governor argued that fears over religious exclusion were unfounded, citing his experience in Kaduna, where he also ran on a Muslim-Muslim ticket.
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has predicted that President Bola Tinubu will not only lose the 2027 presidential election but also come in a distant third.
The former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has forecasted that President Bola Tinubu will not only be defeated in the 2027 presidential election but will secure a distant third place.
El-Rufai said he has done the calculations and is sure about the predicted outcome.
Newcastle United are on the verge of completing another major signing this summer, with reports confirming that a deal has been verbally agreed with Brentford for forward Yoane Wissa. The package is believed to be worth around £55 million, marking one of the most significant moves in the ongoing transfer window.
According to reliable sources, Brentford have formally accepted Newcastle’s proposal, clearing the way for Wissa to undergo his medical examinations later today. Once completed, he is expected to sign a long-term contract that will see him join Eddie Howe’s project at St. James’ Park.
Why Wissa to Newcastle Makes Sense
Yoane Wissa has been a consistent performer for Brentford in the Premier League, admired for his pace, direct attacking style, and ability to score crucial goals. With Alexander Isak now gone, Newcastle needed a proven forward to bolster their attack, and Wissa’s versatility makes him an ideal replacement.
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