Sunday, November 8, 2026

Abuja

November 2, 2026

Police arrest two suspected cable vandals in Abuja

Ms Adeh added that investigations were ongoing to establish the full extent of the suspects’ activities.

cable vandals
November 2, 2026

Minister says national fire academy 85% completed 

Mr Tunji-Ojo said the academy will be recognised globally as one of the best.

Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo
November 2, 2026

MMA: Ayana, ‌‍‍Ezekiel shine at Akalaka 009 night in Abuja

Jackiel Ayana and David Ezekiel emerged winners at the Akalaka 009, tagged ‘The Battle of the Mystic Sword’, an action-packed night of mixed martial arts and exhibition boxing.

Jackiel Ayana and David Ezekiel
November 2, 2026

Abuja residents back proposed rent law, seek end to arbitrary hikes

Abuja residents have welcomed the proposed Rent Regulation and Tenants Protection Bill, 2026, describing it as timely.

Houses in Abuja
November 2, 2026

Court fixes January 27 for judgment in terrorist negotiator Tukur Mamu’s trial

Mr Mamu was earlier arraigned on a 10-count charge bordering on terrorism financing.

Tukur Mamu
November 1, 2026

Two Europe-bound businessmen excreted 200 wraps of cocaine at Abuja airport: NDLEA

The suspects, who reportedly travelled to Nigeria for a holiday, were arrested while attempting to return to Paris, France.

Cocaine in luggage
October 31, 2026

FCT residents, business owners lament rising costs, losses from extreme heat

The residents said the intense heat had increased their dependence on electricity, water and other cooling measures.

Abuja market
October 30, 2026

UN warns outer space arms race worsening

The United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs has warned that growing military competition in outer space threatens international peace and security.

Space rover
October 30, 2026

Police apprehend Abuja pastor over stolen car

The police arrested a pastor, Edwin Nwabueze, and another suspect, Sadiq Jamiu, for stealing a Toyota Camry at UTC Plaza, Garki District, Abuja.

Abuja pastor his accomplice and Toyota Camry
October 29, 2026

U.S. issues security alert to Americans in Abuja, cites two robbery cases

It stated, “Petty crime rates in Abuja historically increase in the period from November through January.”

U.S. flag