By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has lamented that wealthy residents in Abuja are reluctant to pay taxes, despite benefiting from the territory’s infrastructure. Wike made the remarks during the inauguration of the newly constructed Collector Road CN2 in Abuja on...
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By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has sealed off the France, Belgium, and Italy visa centre located at the Mukhtar El-Yakub House, Central Business District, Abuja. The enforcement action was taken due to the centre’s failure to receive a letter from the Commission...
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday, June 19, 2025 arrested seven internet fraudsters in Abuja. The commission in a post via its X handle on Thursday, said the suspects were arrested in the Lifecamp and Kubwa axes of the Federal...
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, has called on Nigerians to view the military as partners in progress, rather than an occupying force. Musa made the plea at the maiden Defence Headquarters Civil-Military Relations Conference 2025 in Abuja. The conference, themed ” _Winning Hearts and Minds:...
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – Bauchi State Governor, Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, on Wednesday reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to strengthening basic education during a working visit to the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) headquarters in Abuja. Speaking during the visit, Governor Mohammed emphasized the critical importance of foundational learning,...
By OLA MODUPE, Lagos- Air Peace Airline has announced the commencement of direct flights from Abuja to London’s Heathrow Airport on October 26, following a grant from the British authority. Chairman of Air Peace Airline, Dr. Allen Onyema revealed this at a news conference on Wednesday in Lagos. Dr....
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- FCT Police Command has launched investigation into a disturbing viral video showing a young woman found unconscious with her hands tied behind her in a hotel room located in the Gwarinpa area of Abuja. The command’s spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, confirmed this in a statement...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja – Minister of Information, Alhaji Mohammed Idris; former minister of information, Alhaji Lai Mohammed; President of the Nigeria Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Dr. Ike Neliakuand others, have commended theGuild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP), on the launch of its maiden book, “Nigeria Media Renaissance:...
By GRACE AUDU, Abuja – The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), has urged professional organisations working in the information, communication and marketing ecosystem to come together and collaborate, taking full control of the sector to promote national development. President and Chairman of Council of the NIPR, Dr. Ike...
By EZEKIEL OBi, Abuja- The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has categorically denied allegations of internal sabotage within the Nigerian military leading to the tragic events in Yelwata, Benue State. Director of Defence Information, Brig.-Gen. Tukur Gusau, stated this in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja. Brig. Gen. Gusau described...
By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja- The Director General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), Dr. Jide Idris, has emphasized the urgent need for regional collaboration to combat public health threats across Western and Central Africa. Dr. Idris made the call while declaring open a pivotal Health Security Program...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – President Bola Tinubu on Monday commissioned the Greater Abuja Water Supply Network, Loops 1, 2, 5, and 6, pledging his administration’s commitment to sustainable infrastructure that directly improves citizens’ lives. During the commissioning ceremony on Airport Road, Abuja, President Tinubu led a moment of...
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – Federal Capital Territory Minister of State, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud has applauded the role of women in advancing education and shaping future generations through education, administration, research, and mentorship. The Minister made the commendation at the opening ceremony of the 2nd national conference of the...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has made a significant breakthrough in combating cross-border crimes, recovering multiple vehicles stolen within Nigeria and trafficked to neighboring countries. This is contained in a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja by the Force spokesman, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi. ACP Adejobi...
By EMMANUEL KUJE, Abuja- Lucky Danjuma has emerged victorious in the male singles category of the International Tennis Federation (ITF) World Tennis Tour Junior J30 Abuja. Danjuma defeated Oriol Alvarez of Spain 6-0, 6-4 in the final match held at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja. The match...
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed no regrets over naming the Abuja International Conference Centre after President Bola Tinubu. Despite criticism from some quarters, Wike defended his decision, citing examples of other national landmarks named after notable figures. “I have done it, and...
The Defence Headquarters has announced a significant crackdown on oil theft in the Niger Delta region. Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye, disclosed this during a media briefing on Friday in Abuja. He said the troops under Operation Delta Safe have discovered and deactivated 21 illegal...
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has promised to dualize the Apo to Wassa road, a significant addition to the region’s infrastructure. Wike made this commitment during the inauguration of the completed 15-kilometer left-hand service carriageway of the Outer Southern Expressway (OSEX) Stage II. The project,...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- President Bola Tinubu has expressed the All Progressives Congress’s (APC) readiness to welcome Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike into the party. Speaking at the commissioning of Arterial Road N16 in Abuja, Tinubu said, “He’s not a member of my party, not...