Monday, September 28, 2026

Abuja

September 2, 2026
courtroom
September 2, 2026

Blackout in Nigeria’s capital city as TCN begins substation transmission maintenance

The Transmission Company of Nigeria has announced a maintenance exercise at its 330/132kV Gwagwalada, Abuja Transmission Substation.

Lantern in darkness(credit: Adobe stock) and TCN
September 2, 2026

NCS urges stronger policies, early diagnosis to tackle childhood cancer

The president of the Nigerian Cancer Society, Abidemi Omonisi, called for stronger policies, financing and health systems to improve childhood cancer care in Nigeria.

Cancer patients in Nigeria
September 1, 2026

Mass rabies vaccination across Abuja begins Wednesday 

Mr Dandam charged veterinary officers to uphold high professional standards during the campaign.

September 1, 2026

Grandparents Day: Senior citizens seek adequate medical care

Mr Komolafe said the event was organised to highlight the critical role of grandparents in national development.

The Abuja Grandparents Day
August 31, 2026

Former Governor Sylva quits APC amid alleged theft of $14 million

Former Governor Timipre Sylva has announced his resignation from the All Progressives Congress after the EFCC accused him of stealing $14,859,257 in 2025.

Timipre Sylva (Credit: @NNPCGroup)
August 31, 2026

Renewed U.S.-Iran War: Nigerian motorists decry petrol price hike as Brent crude jumps to $90

Global oil prices rose on Monday, with Brent crude trading at about $90.35 per barrel and West Texas Intermediate crude trading at about $85.35 per barrel.

Vehicles on Abuja road
August 30, 2026

Police arrest three suspected car thieves

Police arrested three suspected members of an armed robbery gang who operate between Kaduna and the FCT.

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August 30, 2026

SEREC urges FCTA to audit industrial projects, recover stalled investments

Mr Nweke recommended a 90-day comprehensive audit of major industrial and economic clusters to establish land allocations, beneficiaries and project costs.

SEREC, FCTA
August 30, 2026

FCT residents groan over high cost of cooking gas

The residents said cooking gas remained unaffordable for many households despite the recent drop in prices.

Cooking gas shop