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Early FCT results show APC stronghold in presidential villa
The FCT Area Council elections are being closely monitored by political observers, party agents, and residents, as they determine leadership…
Building homes for Judges Is welfare support, not bribery – Wike
He blamed earlier delays on heavy rainfall last year but assured that the projects are now near completion and will…
Wike plans big celebration as FCT marks 50 years
He expressed confidence that up to 50 projects may be inaugurated by the time Tinubu marks his third anniversary in…
Troops nab 27 illegal miners in FCT, neutralises terrorists nationwide
Under Operation Enduring Peace, he said troops responded to a kidnapping incident at Rantya in Jos South Local Government Area…
Guards Brigade Commander fires strong warning to bandits, other criminals
On key achievements recorded in the year under review, Onasanya disclosed that the Brigade conducted several clearance operations against bandits…
Nigeria secures $500M boost from World Bank for NG-CARES
The World Bank has approved an extra $500 million for Nigeria’s Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES) Programme.
AEDC alerts FCT, Nasarawa residents of interruptions in electricity supply
While announcing this on its website in Abuja on Thursday, the electricity distribution company said the exercise was a result…
Wike attributes FCT progress to Tinubu’s leadership
According to him, the president’s guidance and focus have made it easier for the FCT Administration to deliver results. “When…
Clampdown Begins: 250 commercial vehicles caught for overloading in FCT
Theman added that the command’s operation was being carried out in collaboration with mobile magistrate courts to ensure immediate prosecution…
Resident doctors declare indefinite strike in FCT
He added that the strike would continue “until government and management show genuine commitment to the welfare of doctors and…
INEC announces key changes to voter registration in FCT
The devolved registration will commence on Monday, 29th September, and end on Wednesday, 8th October, 2025.
Utomwen emerges chairman of FCT’s Association of Movie Producers
Utomwen secured a decisive 31 votes against his opponent, Chukwudi Uzochukwu, who garnered 6 votes.
EFCC nabs 7 for internet fraud in Abuja
The suspects were arrested following intelligence that linked them to fraudulent internet activities,
Abuja property crackdown: 4,794 Assets at risk as Tinubu orders rent recovery
Furthermore, individuals who have acquired properties but have yet to formalise their ownership through the mandatory Minister’s Consent and Deed…
Two FCT labourers to sweep police station for 2 weeks over theft of iron rod
The convicts stole one iron rod valued at N 20,000, cut it into pieces and was caught when they were…
Wike strikes! FCT Minister revokes 4,794 Land Titles over unpaid Ground Rent
Announcing the revocation, the Minister’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, alongside the FCTA Director…
Police speak on alleged presence of 79 terrorists in FCT
The Police spokesperson added in the statement that intelligence gathered by police team and other security agencies indicated that there…
Suspected thieves of Abuja highway sewage manhole covers arrested
the statement indicated that the suspects were arrested based on a viral video of individuals involved in theft of the…
Why Buhari Foundation could not pay for FCT land – Garba Shehu
Shehu said those behind the foundation were given bill that did not compare with the bills given to similar organisations…
ACReSAL Project disburses 250,000 dollars to 10 FCT communities
Dr Mariya Mahmoud, FCT Minister of State, said during the disbursement in Abuja on Tuesday, that each of the 10…
FCTA commits $1bn to education infrastructure
On tertiary education, the statement said that the FCT Administration has committed N14.53 billion for the completion of FCT University,…
Shocking trend: Surge in abandoned babies in FCT sparks outrage
In a statement shared on her social media handle, Adeh urged men to reconsider their actions, stating, "If you are…
VIO operatives impound 9,389 vehicles in Abuja
Emetu said that the officers of the directorate might even be stricter by outrightly withdrawing the license of a driver…
Residents of Abuja communities raise alarm over ‘consistent’ tremors, vibration
While confirming the development, Dr Ebenezer Adebisi, the Chairman, Mpape Hills Landlord Association said the residents had been experiencing the…
Strike: Judiciary workers lock out judges, lawyers, others from courts in Abuja
Comrade Samuel Ikpatt, Chairman of the FHC Chapter of JUSUN, in an interview said the union was in total compliance…
Tinubu to inaugurate commercial operations of Abuja Light Rail, others in FCT
“Particularly on May 27, President Tinubu will inaugurate commercial operations of the Abuja Light Rail also known as Abuja Metro…
Film on Nigeria’s electricity sector, ‘Up NEPA’ premieres in FCT
The documentary film that explores the challenges of electricity supply in Nigeria will premiere on May 9, Ishaya Bako, ace…
NESREA seals 13 facilities in FCT for violating environmental laws
Aliyu, who was represented by the Director, Inspection and Enforcement in the agency, Mr Abdulsalam Isa, said due process was…
We’ll resume strike on Monday – FCT primary school teachers
The directive was contained in a communique dated January 12, 2024, and which issued after an emergency meeting of the…
Wike asks National Assembly to approve N17.1bn allocated to FCT in 2024 budget
Wike said N5 billion was allocated as a counterpart fund for the Greater Abuja Water Supply projects and N4.5 billion…