Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Abuja

August 18, 2026

FCT FA Division One Super 8: My Hope FC beat Hypebuzz FA

My Hope Football Club came from a goal down to defeat Hypebuzz Football Academy 3-1 in their Group A fixture of the 2026 FCT FA Division One League Super 8 on Monday in Abuja.

FCT FA
August 18, 2026

Army launches post-career transition programme for senior officers

The Nigerian Army has strengthened its personnel welfare policy by launching a transition programme to prepare senior officers for productive life after service.

Army
August 17, 2026

Nigeria’s capital city Abuja flooded, vehicles submerged as FCT residents accuse Wike of encroaching on green areas

According to Mr Olayinka, the FCT administration is working to improve the drainage system. 

flooding in Abuja.
August 17, 2026

Tinubu celebrates ex-military dictator IBB at 85

“But for his foresight, wisdom, and sense of equity and fairness, many states in the federation might not exist today,” Mr Tinubu reasoned.

Tinubu speaking to IBB
August 16, 2026

FRSC nabs lorry driver for hiding 15 persons, eight bikes among goods

Mr Ohaeri said FRSC officials intercepted the vehicle, marked GDD 815 ZP, after professional suspicion prompted a closer inspection of its sealed trampoline.

FRSC nabs lorry driver
August 16, 2026

Wike signed 26,272 certificates of occupancy in three years: Aide

Mr Olayinka said the figure surpassed the 8,697 C of Os produced and signed between 2010 and 2023.

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike
August 16, 2026

Defence college holds shooting tournament to boost marksmanship, fitness

Mr Kashim pointed out that the skills required for shooting could also be applied in daily life.

Alumni Association of the National Defence College
August 16, 2026

India commits to inclusive development, global south leadership 

The high commissioner said that India was moving towards the goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047.

August 14, 2026

Floods: Residents urge FCTA to intensify drainage maintenance in Kubwa

Residents said blocked and poorly maintained drainage channels often caused stormwater to overflow onto roads and adjoining properties after heavy rainfall.

Photo of a flooded community used to illustrate the story (Credit: PG)
August 14, 2026

FCSC begins process for promotion of Nigeria’s senior civil servants

FCSC commenced an online accreditation for officers on GLs 14, 15 and 16 who are due for promotion in the Federal Civil Service.

Federal Civil Service Commission