Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Abuja

August 10, 2026

Abuja-Kano road to be completed in November: Umahi

Mr Umahi said the federal government had spent more than N200 billion on the project.

Umahi at construction site
August 10, 2026

Stakeholders urge protection of FCT indigenous heritage

“As Abuja continues to evolve into a modern capital, the identity of its original inhabitants must never be erased, diluted, or forgotten,” Mr Zikirullahi said.

FCT Map
August 10, 2026

Nigerian, Chinese authors collaborate to boost cultural ties

Nigerian and Chinese writers have expressed readiness to collaborate on literary projects to strengthen cultural ties and mutual understanding between both countries.

August edition of the Reading and Writers Dialogue of the Abuja chapter of the Association of Nigerian Authors
August 7, 2026

Nigeria’s surging stablecoin inflow poses risks to CBN monetary control: IMF

Emerging markets have experienced episodes of financial dollarisation…driven by high inflation, exchange rate volatility, institutional fragility, and weak policy credibility.

Dan Katz
August 7, 2026

Fake documents behind PFIPC operations, FRSC, State House tell Reps

Mr Idris disclosed this at a public hearing organised by the House Ad hoc Committee probing the establishment and operations of the PFIPC in Abuja on Thursday.

Shehu Mohammed
August 7, 2026

NAPTIP urges journalists to drive anti-SGBV campaign

NAPTIP has urged journalists to intensify the coverage of sexual and gender-based violence and human trafficking cases.

NAPTIP agents
August 7, 2026

Several casualties as tanker explodes in Abuja

The FCT Fire Service says three of its firefighters sustained varying degrees of injuries in the Thursday night fire incident at the AYM Shafa filling station, Abuja.

Tanker on fire
August 7, 2026

Tinubu condoles with ex-minister Kemi Adeosun over loss of husband

President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to the former finance minister, Kemi Adeosun, over the passing of her husband, Adeniyi Adeosun.

Kemi Adeosun
August 7, 2026

Nigerian govt urges manufacturers to embrace smart technology

FCT deputy minister Mariya Mahmoud has urged manufacturers to embrace smart tech to improve productivity, reduce costs, and remain competitive in the face of economic challenges.

FCT deputy minister Mariya Mahmoud
August 7, 2026

Reps committee hails Tinubu for raising soldiers’ salaries

In a statement on Thursday, Mr Babajimi also commended the creation of four additional army divisions and the recruitment of 28,000 soldiers.

ARMED SOLDIERS (Credit: Premium times)