Friday, August 14, 2026

Abuja

March 8, 2026

Abuja communities in the throes of frequent kidnappings 

A resident, Philip Ikechukwu, said about 20 people were kidnapped by suspected gunmen within two weeks in the area.

March 8, 2026

Wike approves appointment of 1,659 FCTA workers employed in 2016, 2019

Mr Ezeh said 2,512 candidates were invited for the confirmation examination but only 2,281 showed up.

Wike
March 8, 2026

Economic pressures push Abuja women to convert private cars to ‘kabu-kabu’

The trend is becoming more visible as women in luxury cars are seen at major junctions and bus stops across the city to pick up passengers.

Cars on the road abuja
March 7, 2026

Amnesty International sensitises FCT community to girls, women’s rights

Ms Magaji said Amnesty International recognised that many women and girls in rural communities are often unaware of their rights or the laws that protect them.

Amnesty International sensitisation
March 7, 2026

Sensational Stars Academy wins 2026 NLO Unity preseason tournament

The competition was organised with the support of the NLO as part of preparations for the 2026 football season.

FCT
March 6, 2026

AEPB decries poor performance of Abuja waste contractors

She called on the contractors to brace up and ensure proper and efficient waste evacuation.

Heaps of refuse
March 6, 2026

Abuja painter arraigned for stealing AC cables

Mr Adams is standing trial on charges of criminal trespass and theft.

Air conditioner cable
March 6, 2026

IWD: FAME Foundation hosts ninth women’s day football tournament in Abuja

The FAME Foundation, on Friday, organised its ninth annual football tournament in Abuja to mark the 2026 International Women’s Day celebration.

FAME Foundation
March 6, 2026

Residents appeal for immediate resumption of Mpape road project

Residents of the Mpape community in the Bwari council have appealed for the immediate resumption of work on the abandoned Mpape Road project.

Road under construction used to illustrate this story (Credit: X)
March 6, 2026

Abuja: Wike promises Kuje residents more projects

FCT minister Nyesom Wike has promised more projects to residents of the Kuje area council.

Kuje residents