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Justina Simon is an investigative journalist and fact-checker at The Whistler. With a keen eye for truth and a passion for human-interest reporting, she has covered governance, humanitarian issues, and civil society. Beyond reporting, Justina is committed to fighting misinformation, amplifying underreported voices, and using journalism as a tool for accountability and positive change.

Nigeria Politics

Don’t Drag Me Into APC Screening Controversy, Wike Warns

Justina SIMON May 12, 2026 0

The Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, on Monday distanced himself from controversies surrounding the screening of Rivers State governorship aspirants by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). According to Wike, he had no involvement in the process. Wike spoke while inspecting ongoing infrastructure projects across parts…

Nigeria Records Highest Journalist Death Toll In West Africa — CJID

Justina SIMON May 8, 2026 0

The Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID), alongside media stakeholders, human rights advocates, and civil society organisations, has raised alarm over worsening attacks on journalists and shrinking press freedom…

Nigeria

‘Master Plans Are Not Static’ — Wike Defends Land Reallocations

Justina SIMON May 6, 2026 0

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has defended the reallocation of parcels of land originally designated for public facilities, including hospitals. He said the government retains the authority to review…

Nigeria Politics

Wike Asserts Control Of PDP, Says Rivals Lack Legal Standing

Justina SIMON May 6, 2026 0

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday, said alleged moves by a rival faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to constitute a parallel leadership is “fraudulent” and legally untenable. Speaking…

Nigeria

Fire Service CG Seeks Recognition For Firefighters

Justina SIMON May 4, 2026 0

Firefighters across the nation on Monday were honoured as the Federal Fire Service commemorated the 2026 International Firefighters’ Day, with emphasis on the sacrifices and realities of the profession. The event, held at the FFS…

Nigeria

NDC Gains Momentum As Obi, Kwankwaso Join Party

Justina SIMON May 3, 2026 0

…Dickson Hails Duo As Nigeria’s Biggest Political Brands …Obi Warns Against Political Interference, Litigation …Kwankwaso Calls For Mass Registration Ahead Of Deadline The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) recorded a major…

Nigeria Politics

Breaking: Obi, Kwankwaso Arrive To Join NDC

Justina SIMON May 3, 2026 0

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party Peter Obi and former Presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso L have arrived at the residence of the National Leader of Nigeria Democratic…

Nigeria

Car Theft In Abuja: Victims Tell Their Stories

Justina SIMON Apr 30, 2026 0

For many residents of the Federal Capital Territory, the shock begins the same way. A glance, then a second look, followed by the realisation that the car is gone. Across Abuja, cars are disappearing from homes, court premises, offices…

Opinion & Interviews

INTERVIEW: 2027: Tinubu May Lock Up Opposition Members – Dalung

Justina SIMON Apr 30, 2026 0

Since the emergence of a new leadership bloc in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) led by former Senate President David Mark, the party has been embroiled in a deepening leadership crisis, with multiple factions laying claim to its…

Nigeria Politics

Tension In APC As NWC Dumps Tinubu’s Governors’ Ticket Control

Justina SIMON Apr 30, 2026 0

There is growing tension within the All Progressives Congress (APC) as members of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) move to resist President Bola Tinubu’s directive granting state governors significant control over party tickets…

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