Stakeholders Push Early Drug Abuse Awareness for Abuja Students
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Stakeholders in the education and counselling sectors have called for sustained sensitisation campaigns against drug abuse among young people, stressing the need to educate students early before they become victims of substance abuse and negative peer influence. The call was made during a drug abuse awareness programme organised for students of Government […]
Tinubu Hails Gowon’s Memoir as ‘Compass for Nigeria’s Future’
By Chinedu Echianu President Bola Tinubu has described the autobiography of former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, as a vital national document that offers direction for Nigeria’s future, regional cooperation and the preservation of national unity. Speaking on Tuesday at the public presentation of Gowon’s memoir, My Life of Duty and Allegiance, held at […]
EFCC Arrests Convicted Ex-Power Minister Saleh Mamman
By Chinedu Echianu The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, following his recent conviction and sentencing by the Federal High Court in Abuja over a ₦33.8 billion money laundering case linked to major power projects. EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede confirmed the arrest during a press briefing on […]
Peter Obi Dismisses Consensus Rumours, Sets Agenda for Better Nigeria
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Former Anambra State Governor and 2027 presidential hopeful, Peter Obi, has described the lengthy presidential screening exercise conducted by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) as “democracy in action,” insisting that the process reflected the party’s commitment to transparency and constitutional order. Speaking with journalists shortly after undergoing the screening on Tuesday, Obi […]
Arsenal End 22-Year Wait for Premier League Glory
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Arsenal have been crowned Premier League champions for the first time in 22 years after rivals Manchester City were held to a dramatic 1-1 draw by AFC Bournemouth on Tuesday night. The result confirms Mikel Arteta’s side as champions with one game left to play, ending City’s era of dominance and marking […]
Wike Hails Rapid Progress on Abuja Road Projects
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has expressed satisfaction with the pace and quality of ongoing infrastructure projects across Abuja, reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment to expanding development to satellite communities within the territory. Wike made the remarks on Tuesday during an inspection tour of major projects in the nation’s […]
Nigeria Draw Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau, Tanzania In AFCON 2027 Qualifiers
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria’s Super Eagles have been handed what many observers consider a favourable draw for the qualifying campaign of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations after being placed in Group L alongside Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau and Tanzania. The draw ceremony, conducted on Tuesday in Cairo by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), officially kick-started […]
Team Nigeria Storms Algeria For African Para-Powerlifting Championship
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria has officially departed for the 2026 African Open Para-Powerlifting Championships in Algeria, with the nation targeting another dominant outing at the continental tournament scheduled for May 18 to 25 in Oran. The Nigerian contingent comprises 13 athletes — 10 female and three male para-powerlifters — who will compete against some of […]
Wike Seals Abuja Building Collapse Site,orders probeI
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has ordered a full investigation into the building collapse in Abuja that claimed four lives and left several others injured, directing authorities to seal off the premises and arrest those responsible for the project. The incident, which occurred at a construction site in […]
Abuja: Beggars Employed as Drug Couriers -FCTA
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has raised concerns over the growing use of beggars and destitute persons by criminal networks for the movement of illicit drugs across Abuja. The Secretary of the FCT Command and Control Centre, Peter Olumuji, disclosed this on Monday during the ongoing enforcement operation tagged Operation Sweep, […]