Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Abuja

June 5, 2026

Retired State House workers to benefit from new gratuity scheme: FG

The permanent secretary of the State House says retired State House workers are among the first set of federal civil servants to benefit from the new gratuity scheme.

June 5, 2026

Kidnap of Abuja couple foiled, AK-47 rifle recovered in RCCG axis: FCT Police

The police command in Abuja has foiled a kidnap attempt and recovered an AK-47 rifle in the Redeemed Church area of Byazhin, near Paze hills in Abuja.

FCT POLICE
June 5, 2026

ADC sues Federal High Court chief judge for disregarding court order

Mr Ukandu sought an order compelling the National Judicial Council to investigate allegations of corruption and abuse of judicial powers levelled against Mr Tsoho.

ADC chieftains and Justice Tsoho
June 4, 2026

Patients, stakeholders lament poor state of FCT hospitals

Patients and their relatives decried the overcrowding, long waiting times, inadequate bed space, staff shortages, and limited access to essential medical services at the facilities.

Nyanya General Hospital
June 4, 2026

U.S. issues security alert to citizens in Nigeria over ‘Take it Back’ protest in Abuja

The embassy warned of a potential confrontation between security agents and protesters, highlighting areas of the capital city that would be affected.

protests in Abuja
June 4, 2026

Tinubu’s Third Anniversary: FCT projects 100% ready for inauguration, says Wike

Mr Wike said that the projects’ inauguration would begin on June 8 and last for 31 days.

Wike
June 4, 2026

Mararaba schools close early, parents rush to pick children over false abduction

Police dismissed the claim, urging residents to go about their lawful activities.

Shutdown in Mararaba, Nasarawa State
June 4, 2026

Protesters converge on Abuja, seek Oyo pupils, teachers’ safe return amid heavy security around Aso Villa

Mr Sowore said, “If he cannot free those kids as commander-in-chief, he should just pack his bag and return to his village in Osun State.”

Protesters
June 4, 2026

Alleged Murder: Widow, detained children sue IGP Disu for illegal detention

The widow sued the inspector general of police, Tunji Disu, and the FCT police commissioner, Ahmed Sanusi, for illegal detention.

inspector general of police, Tunji Disu, and the FCT police commissioner, Ahmed Sanusi,
June 3, 2026

Abuja residents rush to install street gates, hire vigilantes as insecurity worsens in Nigeria’s capital

Rising insecurity and limited police presence have forced Abuja residents to install street gates and hire vigilantes.

Bandits, Abuja