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

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 […]

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FCT Minister Praises Gwagwalada Residents for Peaceful Council Elections

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has lauded the residents of Gwagwalada Area Council for their peaceful conduct and democratic choices during the recent council elections. Wike made the remarks during a thank-you visit to Gwagwalada on Wednesday, to convey the appreciation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the residents of the area for their support during the just concluded elections. […]

March 13, 2026 15

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Army chief praises troops in Benue, orders continued operations against terrorists

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has praised troops of the Joint Task Force Operation Whirl Stroke for what he described as their resilience and commitment to restoring security in communities affected by violence. Speaking to soldiers at the 401 Special Forces Brigade in Makurdi on Tuesday, the army chief said the troops’ operations had helped weaken criminal groups and allowed some displaced residents […]

March 4, 2026 18

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WCO chief praises Nigeria’s cargo clearance study as major step toward faster, safer trade

By Zainab Uzomah The head of the World Customs Organisation (WCO), Ian Saunders, has hailed Nigeria’s new Time Release Study (TRS) as a significant reform that could speed up cargo clearance, strengthen border security and improve the country’s trade competitiveness across Africa. Speaking on Monday at Tin Can Island Port in Lagos, Mr Saunders said the study gives Nigeria “specific and objective insights” into how goods move through its ports, […]

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Chief of Air Staff Spends Christmas with Frontline Troops, Praises Their Sacrifice

By Zainab Uzomah The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, marked Christmas Day at various frontline locations, sharing a festive luncheon with Nigerian Air Force personnel deployed across the country’s operational theatres. According to a statement issued by the Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the CAS used the visits to boost morale and recognise the sacrifices of personnel who spent […]

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Oluyede Praises Troops, Appeals for National Cohesion in Christmas Address

Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Oluyede, has urged citizens to use the Christmas season to promote peace, tolerance and national unity, while expressing appreciation for the resilience of Nigerians and the sacrifices of military personnel across the country. In his Christmas and New Year message, General Oluyede said the season offered an opportunity for reflection on “love, sacrifice, hope and renewal”, and called on Nigerians to strengthen their support […]

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