Wike Pledges Support for Pioneer Media City Project in Abuja, Urges Factual Reporting

Wike Pledges Support for Pioneer Media City Project in Abuja, Urges Factual Reporting

By Toffa Momoh I Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has expressed the FCT Administration's commitment to partnering with DAAR Communication Plc to establish a Media City in the Asokoro District of Abuja. The project, a first-of-its-kind in Nigeria, aims to enhance media production technology, stimulate tourism, and create opportunities for small and medium-scale enterprises. During a courtesy visit by DAAR Communication's Board and Management, led by […]

April 9, 2026 4

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IGP receives Akwa Ibom governor in Abuja, seeks stronger security collaboration

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Monday received the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno, at the Force Headquarters in Abuja during a courtesy visit. The governor was accompanied by the Secretary to the State Government, Enobong Uwah; Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Frank Archibong; Commissioner for Internal Security, Gen. Koko Essien; Commissioner for Works and Fire Service, Prof. Eno Ibanga; […]

April 1, 2026 7

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IGP leads walkathon in Abuja to mark National Police Day

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on Tuesday led officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force on a walkathon in Abuja as part of activities to commemorate the 2026 National Police Day. The exercise, which took off from the Force Headquarters and ended at the Unity Fountain, drew participation from police personnel and members of the public. The walkathon, themed “Together We Walk, Together We […]

April 1, 2026 7

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FCT Minister Praises JICA’s Efforts in Abuja Master Plan Review

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has lauded the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA)’s ongoing collaboration with the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) to review and upgrade the Abuja Master Plan. The Minister gave the commendation on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, when he received a Japanese delegation led by the Japan Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Suzuki Hideo, on a courtesy visit […]

March 25, 2026 15

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UK-bound 74-year-old arrested at Abuja airport with 11kg of cocaine

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja A 74-year-old Nigerian man has been arrested at Abuja’s international airport after authorities discovered 11 kilograms of cocaine concealed in his luggage as he attempted to board a flight to the United Kingdom. Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) said the suspect, identified as Ikwuakalom Nwakoro Emeka, was intercepted at the departure hall of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport on Saturday while trying to board […]

March 15, 2026 8

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Army Chief Commends Troops at Interfaith Breaking of Fast in Abuja

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has praised soldiers for their bravery and commitment in tackling terrorism, insurgency and other security threats across the country. He made the remarks on Saturday while hosting soldiers serving in Abuja to an interfaith breaking of fast at the TA Lagbaja Banquet Hall of the Nigerian Army Conference Centre and Suites in Asokoro. In his address, Lieutenant General […]

March 15, 2026 5

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Customs Chief Calls for Unity as Service Hosts Ramadan Iftar in Abuja

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, has called for unity, national service and spiritual reflection as the agency hosted Ramadan Iftar gatherings in Abuja. According to the Customs Service, the events were organised during the holy month of Ramadan to bring together officers, government officials and stakeholders in an effort to strengthen collaboration and shared values. The first gathering was held on 4 […]

March 9, 2026 5

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Troops Rescue 19 Kidnap Victims After Gun Battle With Suspects in Abuja

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja Troops of the Nigerian Army’s Guards Brigade have rescued 19 people who were kidnapped in the Bwari area of Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, during a joint operation with police and local vigilantes. According to a statement signed by Lieutenant Olawuyi Odunola Itunuoluwa, Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations at the Guards Brigade Headquarters, the rescue followed a search operation launched after intelligence reports on the location of […]

March 8, 2026 16

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Aneke Vows Intensified Strikes as Security Review Holds in Abuja

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has restated the Air Force’s commitment to stepping up air operations against insurgent and terrorist groups across the country. He made the pledge during a strategic meeting with Air Component Commanders in Abuja on Tuesday. According to a statement signed by Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, Director of Public Relations and Information, the session was convened to assess […]

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