Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Abuja

July 20, 2026

FRSC launches operation ‘Sauka Lafiya’ to curb road crashes in FCT, Niger

FRSC deployed 3,339 personnel, 69 patrol vehicles, 18 ambulances, four tow trucks and 24 motorcycles. 

FRSC personnel on highway
July 20, 2026

Gwagwalada residents seek improved sports facilities to boost development

Residents of Gwagwalada in the FCT called for improved sports facilities, regular competitions, and investments in grassroots sports to boost youth development.

Sport activities
July 20, 2026

Police officers extorted N53,000 from ICPC chairman in Abuja: CP

The FCT police command has detained four officers for allegedly extorting the chairman of ICPC.

The chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, Musa Aliyu
July 20, 2026

Court admits Miyetti Allah leader Bodejo to N2 billion bail in money laundering trial

The Federal High Court, Abuja Division, on Monday admitted Bello Bodejo, the national president of Miyetti Allah Kauta Kore, to N2 billion bail with two sureties.

Bello Bodejo (Credit: PUNCH Newspaper)
July 20, 2026

Tinubu govt to revive women’s political empowerment centres

The government unveiled plans to revive Women Political Empowerment Centres across the six geopolitical zones to boost women’s participation in politics.

Nigerian women
July 19, 2026

Three youngsters die, one battling for life as speeding vehicle rams into Abuja bridge

A FRSC Route Commander, Jubrin Lawal, who led the rescue operation, said that three of the four men in the vehicle died on the spot.

Scene of the accident.
July 19, 2026

Residents consider healthy diets amid concerns over processed foods

Mr Akuba said the growing public interest in food quality presented an opportunity to improve nutrition awareness across communities.

Basket of fruits
July 17, 2026

Court strikes out Amaechi’s suit against Atiku over ADC presidential ticket

The Federal High Court, Abuja Division, on Friday struck out a pre-election dispute suit filed by ex-Governor Rotimi Amaechi against former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar.

ADC picks Amaechi as Atiku’s running mate
July 17, 2026

Former VP Osinbajo explains how Nigeria can move forward

The former vice-president added that the greatest legacy in leadership was not what was accumulated but what was contributed to make life better for all.

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo
July 16, 2026

Presidency memo justifies Gbajabiamila’s role in NUPRC N54 billion revenue controversy

But the memo defended the chief of staff, asserting that Mr Gbajabiamila was acting under Mr Tinubu’s orders.

President Bola Tinubu and Femi Gbajabiamila