FCTA, IHS Introduce Free Gas, Insurance to Fight Indoor Pollution
By Sofiat Adenekan-Adepeju The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), in partnership with IHS Towers Limited, has launched a clean cooking intervention aimed at reducing indoor air pollution and related health risks among vulnerable households in Abuja. The initiative, known as Breathe Clean Air–Abuja, was unveiled on Wednesday, in Gwagwalada Area Council. It involves the distribution […]
Wike Inspects Strategic Road Networks Across Abuja
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday carried out an inspection of major ongoing road and building projects in Abuja, expressing satisfaction with the pace and quality of work. The inspection tour covered the Institutional Research Road around Nile University and the Body of Benchers area in […]
Nimrod Splashes ₦2.8m on Scholarships for Kaduna Volleyball Players
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Chairman of the Kaduna State Volleyball Association (KADSVA), Engineer Musa Nimrod, has again reaffirmed his commitment to youth and sports development by awarding scholarships totaling ₦2.8 million to promising volleyball players in the state. The gesture was disclosed in a statement signed by the association’s Media Board Member, Okpani Dickson, and […]
FG Reaffirms Commitment to Reforms as CAC Marks 35th Anniversary
By Mustapha Musa The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to transparency, institutional reform, and improving the ease of doing business, describing inter-agency collaboration as crucial to the success of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Idris stated this while receiving the Registrar-General and Chief Executive Officer […]
Reps to Compel CBN, Banks in Agric Probe
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives Ad-hoc Committee probing Agricultural Subsidies, Intervention Funds, Aids and Grants from 2015 to 2025 has warned key government agencies and financial institutions that it will invoke constitutional powers to compel their appearance following what it described as a persistent disregard for parliamentary invitations. At its investigative hearing on […]
Peace Must Guide 2026 Elections – CP Dantawaye
By Oluwakemi Kindness Ahead of the 2026 Area Council elections, the Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Miller G. Dantawaye, has called for peaceful conduct and stronger collaboration between residents and security agencies. According to a statement by the command public relations officer, Josephine Adeh, the CP stressed that effective policing depends on community participation. […]
PFAs Roll Out PENCAP for RSA Data Recapture
By Oluwakemi Kindness Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs) have begun implementing PENCAP, a fully digital self-service platform designed to fast-track data recapture for Retirement Savings Account (RSA) holders nationwide. The process officially went live on 1 February, enabling Retirement Savings Account (RSA) holders to update their records remotely without visiting PFA offices. According to a statement […]
Nigeria, Palestine Deepen Bilateral and Consular Cooperation
By Zainab Bakare The Federal Government and the State of Palestine have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and boosting consular cooperation, deepening their long-standing diplomatic ties. This was contained in a statement issued by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, following a courtesy visit by the Palestinian Ambassador to […]
Akpabio, Senators Pay Tribute to Late Senator Ezea
By Anayo Akwitti The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, on Tuesday night led Senators to pay glowing tributes to the late Senator representing Enugu North Senatorial District, Okechukwu Ezea, describing him as a principled and outspoken lawmaker. Akpabio who led many Senators and other politicians spoke during a night of tributes held in honour […]
Customs, CNS Spikers Lead NVBF Super Cup in Abuja
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Day 2 of the 2025 Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) Super Cup delivered commanding performances and high-intensity matchups at the nation’s capital, with Nigeria Customs Service and CNS Spikers emerging as the standout teams in both the men’s and women’s categories. In the women’s event, defending powerhouse Nigeria Customs Service overwhelmed Fire […]