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Minister of State

October 18, 2024

Women critical players in driving economic growth: Minister

The minister said women were vital contributors to the national economy and catalysts for innovation, social change, and sustainable development.

The FCT Minister of State, Dr Mahmoud Mariya
July 11, 2024

FCT minister of state congratulates Wike’s wife on elevation as Appeal Court judge 

“Your appointment brings great pride not only to your colleagues and peers but also to the entire family members.’’

Justice Eberechi Nyesom-Wike,
July 2, 2024

APC group gathers 500 clerics to pray for former Governors Yari, Matawalle

The forums’ chairman, Mande Umar, said 500 Islamic scholars were mobilised from the state’s 14 local government areas.

Yari and Matawalle
June 26, 2024

FCT minister tasks healthcare board on precautionary measures against cholera

Ms Mahmoud expressed delight that no case of cholera had been reported in the nation’s capital.

Cholera logo
June 15, 2024

FG sensitises Niger residents to hazards of child labour

The minister lauded the Niger government and the stakeholders involved in accelerating action for the elimination of child labour in the state.

Child Labour
June 11, 2024

Minister inaugurates FCT at-risk children programme implementation committee

The minister described the committee as a crucial step towards addressing the needs of identified vulnerable children

Dr Mariya Mahmoud, on Monday inaugurated the FCT At-Risk Children Programme (ARC-P)
June 4, 2024

Nigeria, Indonesia to explore export-driven strategies on oil palm

The federal government says it will collaborate with the Indonesia in exploring export-driven strategies per oil palm.

Palm oil (Credit: House food)
June 1, 2024

Nigerians consume 1.6 billion litres of milk, allied products, says agric minister

Mr Abdullahi said that according to the CBN Nigeria spends 1.5 billion dollars per annum to import dairy products.

May 23, 2024

Invest in afforestation to build healthy environment, minister urges Nigerians

“The contribution of family physicians to the healthcare system, especially in providing basic services is commendable.’’

2024 World Family Doctors’ Day (credit: NAN)
April 27, 2024

Minister lauds World Bank’s $2 million fund to tackle environmental degradation in FCT

“The project is here to help communities to adapt to the shock that will come from climate change.’’

FCT