Thursday, August 13, 2026

Abuja

May 7, 2026

Senate passes N2.2 trillion FCT 2026 budget

The committees passed the budget based on a projected revenue estimate of N2.385 trillion.

May 7, 2026

FCT women call for stronger support against gender-based violence 

Ms Amos said that mothers played key roles in early detection of abuse.

May 7, 2026

Three arraigned for allegedly stealing three electric cars

The police on Thursday charged three men before a chief magistrates’ court in Wuse, Abuja, for allegedly stealing three electric motors.

Scale of justice.
May 7, 2026

Mothers in FCT decry sending children on cigarette buying errands

Mr Ibrahim urged relevant authorities to intensify monitoring and sanction erring cigarette retailers.

FCT
May 7, 2026

Goodluck Jonathan to consider contesting in 2027 presidential election

Mr Jonathan said, “The presidential race is not a computer game, but I heard you, and I will consult widely.”

Jonathan addressing supporters
May 7, 2026

Alleged N33.8 Billion Fraud: Ex-power minister Mamman absent as court set for judgment

Justice James Omotosho had rescheduled the judgment for today after parties in the case were duly served with hearing notices.

Saleh Mamman
May 6, 2026

NSCDC warns fuel dealers against unwholesome practices

Mr Kanwanya said the visit was aimed at strengthening communication and cooperation between both organisations.

NSCDC HEADQUARTERS
May 6, 2026

Ugandan lawmakers pass law to whittle down foreign influence

Several Ugandan opposition parties have traditionally received some of their funding from outside the country.

Uganda
May 6, 2026

Nigerians call for issue-based campaigns ahead of 2027 elections

Some Nigerians have called on political office-seekers to focus on issue-based campaigns as preparations for the 2027 general elections begin.

APC, PDP rallies
May 6, 2026

Makinde-led PDP committing ‘419’ setting up caretaker committee after Supreme Court ruling: Wike

“The court has made it clear who should run the affairs of the party pending a lawful convention. You cannot ignore that and start setting up another structure,” said Mr Wike.

Wike with Makinde