By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- In a collaborative effort, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), alongside the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Nigeria’s embassy in Bangui, successfully evacuated 11 Nigerian miners stranded in the Central African Republic (CAR). The miners, abandoned by their employer in the remote town of Bambari,...
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Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has issued a 21-day ultimatum to the Federal Government to resolve long-standing issues outlined in a prior agreement with the union. ASUP President, Mr. Shammah Kpanja, announced this during a press briefing following an emergency National Executive Council (NEC) meeting in Abuja on...
Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has taken delivery of four 50-seater hybrid Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses from the Presidential CNG Initiative (PCNGI) to enhance public transportation in the capital. During the handover ceremony in Abuja on Thursday, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, represented by Mr. Chinedum Elechi, Mandate Secretary...
Chairman of the Senate Committee on Steel Development, Patrick Ndubueze, has expressed dismay over the state of Ajaokuta Steel Company. Senator Ndubueze spoke on Wednesday at the inaugural National Steel Summit held in Abuja on the themed “ _Rebuilding and Consolidating Nigeria’s Steel Industry: Collaborative Action for Sustainable Growth...
National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) has urged for transparent dialogue and strict adherence to legal protocols in response to reports suggesting the potential revocation of 7,000 hectares of land designated for Yakubu Gowon University, previously known as the University of Abuja (UNIABUJA). In a statement released to the...
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – Two lecturers of Yakubu Gowon University, (formerly University of Abuja), Dr Godwin Okaneme, Department of Philosophy, Faculty of Arts, and Dr. Iheanyichukwu Hilary Ukpabi of Department of Policy & Strategic Studies, Abuja Leadership Centre, commended Prof Patricia Mankoh Lar for her quality leadership as...
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has emphasized the strategic importance of strengthening livestock production, aimed at boosting food security, and promoting sustainable agricultural development across the nation. FCT Minister of State, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud made this known at the 2025 National Pasture Planting Day...
ADC: We’re ready to give young Nigerians seat at the table, not as decoration but as decision makers
ADC: We’re ready to give young Nigerians seat at the table, not as decoration but as decision makers
In a bold move to reshape Nigeria’s political landscape, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has pledged to prioritize youth inclusion in governance, promising young Nigerians a significant role in both elective and appointed positions. The commitment was announced during an event in Abuja on Tuesday, marking International Youth Day...
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Civil Service Commission launched a groundbreaking computer-based promotion examination for 915 Assistant and Deputy Directors on Tuesday in Abuja, marking a significant step toward modernizing the promotion process. Commission Chairman Emeka Eze, speaking at the event, explained that the candidates were selected from various FCT...
Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is questioning Aminu Tambuwal, former governor of Sokoto State, regarding alleged fraudulent cash withdrawals of ₦189 billion. Sources within the EFCC said these withdrawals might have violated the Money Laundering (Prevention & Prohibition) Act, 2022 According to reports, Tambuwal arrived at the EFCC’s...
Renowned Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, widely known as KWAM 1 has issued a public apology following a confrontation with ValueJet personnel at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. The incident, which gained attention after a viral video surfaced on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, showed KWAM 1 seemingly interfering...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has petitioned the Attorney-General of the Federation and the Inspector-General of Police to investigate and prosecute musician King Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as KWAM1 or K1 De Ultimate, over an incident involving ValueJet. The incident occurred on Tuesday during...
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC, has successfully launched the National Broadband Mapping System in Abuja. The three-day event was held this week , from August 5-6, 2025.
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – FCT Minister of State, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud has reaffirmed the Administration’s commitment to strengthening health services by investing in infrastructure, workforce development, and enhanced collaboration among healthcare professionals. The Minister gave this commitment at the maiden summit of the Dental Technologists Registration Board of...
Primate of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Most Rev’d Henry Ndukuba, has reaffirmed the Anglican Communion’s stance against LGBTQ at the 14th edition of the Church of Nigeria Anglican Chancellors, Registrars and Legal Officers Conference (ACRLOC) in Abuja. He spoke on the topic ” _The Decade of the...
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has suspended the licenses of two Value Jet pilots due to a safety breach at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. The suspension was announced in a statement by NCAA Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu....
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- FCT Police Command has announced the results of Operation Sweep Abuja, a security operation launched on July 7 in the Federal Capital Territory. FCT Commissioner of Police, Ajao Adewale, in a press conference on Tuesday in Abuja said the operation led to the impounding of...
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja – Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has intercepted a truck loaded with suspected vandalised street light poles. According to FCT Commandant Olusola Odumosu, the truck was en route to Kano before it was intercepted by the...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has clarified the FCT Administration’s decision to revoke land allocations at the Abuja Technology Village, stating that the move was essential to pave the way for the ambitious Abuja City Walk project, modeled after the renowned...
Captain of Nigeria’s D’Tigress, Amy Okonkwo, had declared that the team’s unprecedented Afrobasket success will motivate young girls worldwide to pursue basketball with passion. Speaking at a State House reception hosted by President Bola Tinubu on Monday, Okonkwo celebrated the team’s fifth consecutive and seventh overall Afrobasket title, secured...