August 20, 2026

Abuja

State House physician backs initiative to bridge patient–doctor communication gap in Nigeria

State House physician backs initiative to bridge patient–doctor communication gap in Nigeria

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja March 14, 2026
Family Physician at the State House Medical Centre in Abuja, Dr. Agbor Neji Ebuta, has been appointed to the Advisory Board of Healthcare Communication Initiative (HCI), the organization driving the Patient–Doctor Forum Nigeria initiative. The platform is dedicated to strengthening communication and trust between patients and healthcare providers. Healthcare...
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Tinubu promises to look into tariffs for media business, seeks collaboration for national development His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, was joined by Vice President Kashim Shettima as he hosted Media Executives, the Newspaper Proprietors Association of Nigeria, and the Guild of Editors to an Interfaith Breaking of Fast, marking both Ramadan and Lent, at the State House Banquet Hall in the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Friday. See photos below:

Tinubu promises to look into tariffs for media business, seeks collaboration for national development

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja March 14, 2026
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday said he would address tariffs on newspaper and broadcasting materials to empower the media industry to discharge its constitutional role effectively. President Tinubu gave the promise at the State House, where he hosted the leadership of the Nigerian media, comprising members of the...
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PHOTONews: Tinubu, Shettima host newspaper proprietors, editors for Interfaith Iftar at Presidential Villa His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, was joined by Vice President Kashim Shettima as he hosted Media Executives, the Newspaper Proprietors Association of Nigeria, and the Guild of Editors to an Interfaith Breaking of Fast, marking both Ramadan and Lent, at the State House Banquet Hall in the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Friday. See photos below:

PHOTONews: Tinubu, Shettima host newspaper proprietors, editors for Interfaith Iftar at Presidential Villa

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja March 14, 2026
His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, was joined by Vice President Kashim Shettima as he hosted Media Executives, the Newspaper Proprietors Association of Nigeria, and the Guild of Editors to an Interfaith Breaking of Fast, marking both Ramadan and Lent, at the State House Banquet Hall in the...
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ADC FCT releases ‘many sins of Senator Ireti Kingibe’, insists her suspension is Justifiable Senator Ireti Kingibe

ADC FCT releases ‘many sins of Senator Ireti Kingibe’, insists her suspension is Justifiable

By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja March 12, 2026
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has levelled a series of allegations against the Senator representing the FCT, Ireti Kingibe, accusing her of actions it described as detrimental to the party and its electoral prospects. In a statement issued by the FCT Publicity Secretary,...
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ADC denies suspending Senator Ireti Kingibe, calls reports misleading Senator Ireti Kingibe

ADC denies suspending Senator Ireti Kingibe, calls reports misleading

By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja March 12, 2026
African Democratic Congress (ADC) has dismissed reports claiming that the Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory, Ireti Kingibe, has been suspended from the party. In a statement issued by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC said it was unaware of any decision to suspend the lawmaker...
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PHOTONews: Defence Minister leads high-level military review to strengthen counter-insurgency in North East PHOTONews: Defence Minister leads high-level military review to strengthen counter-insurgency in North East:

PHOTONews: Defence Minister leads high-level military review to strengthen counter-insurgency in North East

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja March 12, 2026
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, on 11 March 2026, joined the Honourable Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, and the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, alongside other Service Chiefs at the Ship House, Abuja, for a high-level operational review aimed at...
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2026 IWD: Empowering women, an economic and social necessity –Faleye Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye at this year's celebration of International Women Day, (IWD) organized by the Trade Union Congress Women Commission in Abuja, Wednesday.

2026 IWD: Empowering women, an economic and social necessity –Faleye

By JOY ADARA, Abuja March 12, 2026
“Empowering women is not simply a moral obligation–it is an economic and social necessity.” These were the words of the Managing Director and Chief Executive of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund, (NSITF) Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye during the 2026 celebration of International Women Day, (IWD) organized by the Trade...
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Guards Brigade troops rescue 19 kidnap victims, eliminate terrorist in Bwari, Abuja Guards Brigade troops rescue 19 kidnap victims, eliminate terrorist in Bwari, Abuja

Guards Brigade troops rescue 19 kidnap victims, eliminate terrorist in Bwari, Abuja

By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja March 8, 2026
Troops of 7 Guards Battalion, Guards Brigade Nigerian Army, in conjunction with elements of the Nigeria Police Force and local vigilantes, have successfully rescued 19 kidnapped victims during a coordinated search and rescue operation conducted around Gidan Dogo in Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory. Acting Assistant...
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EFCC boss lauds impact of Proceeds of Crime Act in asset recovery EFCC boss lauds impact of Proceeds of Crime Act in asset recovery

EFCC boss lauds impact of Proceeds of Crime Act in asset recovery

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja March 7, 2026
Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Ola Olukoyede has applauded the Proceeds of Crime Act 2022 for its impact in asset recovery and management. Speaking at the opening ceremony of a workshop for officers of EFCC’s Department of Proceeds of Crime Management and other departments...
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Civil Society Coalition issues Reps Deputy Speaker 72-hour ultimatum to speak on Law School, NYSC certificates controversy CSO to Dep Speaker

Civil Society Coalition issues Reps Deputy Speaker 72-hour ultimatum to speak on Law School, NYSC certificates controversy

Tom Chiahemen March 6, 2026
A coalition of Civil Society groups led by the Abuja-based Civil Society Groups For Good Governance (CSGGG) on Friday issued the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu, a 3-day ultimatum, to clear the air on the recent controversy surrounding his Nigerian Law School and National...
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Tinubu swears in Disu as new IGP, promises renewed security drive (+Photos) Tinubu swears in Disu as new IGP

Tinubu swears in Disu as new IGP, promises renewed security drive (+Photos)

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja March 5, 2026
President Bola Tinubu has formally sworn in Olatunji Disu as the new substantive Inspector-General of Police (IGP), marking a new leadership chapter for the Nigeria Police Force. Disu took the oath of office on Wednesday shortly before the commencement of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the Presidential...
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U.S. Embassy in Abuja cancels visa appointments amid Iran-related protest fears U.S Embassy Visa update

U.S. Embassy in Abuja cancels visa appointments amid Iran-related protest fears

By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja March 4, 2026
United States (U.S.) Embassy in Abuja has announced the cancellation of all visa appointments scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, citing the potential for protests in the city. “Due to the potential for protests in Abuja, all visa appointments on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, have been cancelled. Applicants will be...
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U.S. Embassy warns of possible Iran-linked protests in Abuja, urges citizens to stay indoors US Embassy

U.S. Embassy warns of possible Iran-linked protests in Abuja, urges citizens to stay indoors

By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja March 4, 2026
United States (U.S.) Embassy in Abuja has issued a security alert warning of possible protests in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, over the ongoing conflict with Iran. In a statement released on Tuesday, March 4, 2026, the embassy informed American citizens that there is “a high potential for protests in Abuja...
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DSS arrests 5 officers over bribery, security breach linked to El-Rufai at Abuja airport DSS

DSS arrests 5 officers over bribery, security breach linked to El-Rufai at Abuja airport

By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja March 3, 2026
Department of State Services has confirmed the arrest and detention of five security officers following a joint investigation into a major security breach at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport on February 12, 2026. In a statement released on Tuesday, the DSS said the probe was conducted in collaboration with...
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FCT EXCO approves N7.3bn waste contracts, N1.13bn security gadgets, tightens land enforcement FCT EXCO approves N7.3bn waste contracts, N1.13bn security gadgets, tightens land enforcement

FCT EXCO approves N7.3bn waste contracts, N1.13bn security gadgets, tightens land enforcement

By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja March 2, 2026
Federal Capital Territory Executive Council (FCT EXCO) has approved contracts worth over N8.4 billion covering waste management, security enhancement and emergency support for flood victims, alongside fresh measures to fast-track Certificates of Occupancy (C-of-O) and enforce land regulations in Abuja. Coordinator of the Abuja Metropolitan Management Council (AMMC) Mr....
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2027: Nigerians still love me, I will win presidency easily — Wike FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike

2027: Nigerians still love me, I will win presidency easily — Wike

By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja March 2, 2026
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed strong confidence in his political appeal, saying Nigerians would support him massively if he decides to contest the 2027 presidential election. Wike made the declaration on Monday during a media chat with selected journalists, where he spoke about...
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Wike receives Senator Mpigi’s body at Abuja airport  Wike receives Senator Mpigi's body at Abuja Airport 

Wike receives Senator Mpigi’s body at Abuja airport 

By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja March 2, 2026
FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, on Monday, morning received the remains of the Senator representing Rivers South-East Barinada Mpigi at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.  The Minister,  who arrived the airport at about 5:30am, with other dignitaries, also received wife of the late senator,  Patricia Obiageri Mpigi and his children. ...
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