Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Abuja

July 1, 2026

Abuja driver to die by hanging for killing octogenarian boss, wife

Justice Idris Mohammed held that based on the evidence before the court, Markus committed the crime.

Gavel used to illustrate the story
July 1, 2026

Tinubu’s harsh economic policies pushing us into cab driving: Abuja Civil Servants

Many private car owners, including civil servants in the Federal Capital Territory, have taken to carrying passengers in their cars, a practice popularly known as ‘kabu-kabu’.

Cabs in Abuja, Tinubu with toothpick
July 1, 2026

NSCDC arrests 30 alleged vandals in Abuja

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps says it arrested 30 people between January and June for vandalising critical national assets and infrastructure in the territory.

Female NSCDC operatives
July 1, 2026

Abuja: 13,000 civil servants sit FCTA’s 2025 promotion exam

FCTA and FCDA have begun the 2025 promotion examination for more than 13,000 civil servants across 150 cadres and grades.

civil servants
July 1, 2026

FG to launch platforms to track performance, transparency of MDAs on July 14

FG will officially launch three new digital platforms on July 14, designed to enhance transparency and track the performance of ministries, departments, and agencies.

Aliyu Umar Aliyu, a spokesman for the Bureau of Public Service Reforms
July 1, 2026

2027 Elections: ADC uploads Atiku, Amaechi’s nomination details to INEC portal

The African Democratic Congress says it has uploaded the particulars of its presidential and vice-presidential candidates to INEC’s nomination portal.

Atiku standing with Amaechi
July 1, 2026

AfCFTA chief earns continental integration award

Mr Mba-Kalu said the award also recognised Mr Mene’s distinguished public service and his role in advancing the continent’s economic transformation agenda.

AfCFTA
June 30, 2026

Police arrest two suspected kidnappers in FCT, Nasarawa

An AK-47 rifle, ammunition, and livestock were recovered during the operations.

Armed policemen
June 30, 2026

Gwagwalada traders seek area council support to bolster fire safety

The chairman urged traders to acquire basic firefighting equipment for their shops.

June 30, 2026

FCT monarch hails Gomani–Dafa–Yangoji road construction 

Mr Nizassan said the completion of the road would boost economic activities.

Gomani–Dafa–Yangoji road