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PENGASSAN explodes as Dangote sacks 800 Nigerians, hires 2,000 foreigners

Ukpono Ukpong 27 September 2025 0

…reorganisation aimed at safety, protecting workers’ rights – Dangote Refinery The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has raised the alarm over what it described as anti-labour practices by the Dangote Refinery, following the sack of over 800

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Wike flags off Karsana road projects, assures of timely completion

Ukpono Ukpong 27 September 2025 0

The FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, on Friday, flagged off the construction of 10.5 kilometres of access roads within the Karsana District of Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), assuring residents of timely completion of the projects. The roads, identified as N11, N16, N40 and SILS 03, are designed to service the Renewed Hope Housing Estate and […]

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UNGA 80: Tuggar hails Nigeria’s call for debt justice, fair global order

Ukpono Ukpong 27 September 2025 0

Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, has praised the national statement presented by Vice President Kashim Shettima on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the 80th United Nations General Assembly, describing it as a bold push for debt justice, reform, and a fairer global order. He said the address balanced Nigeria’s national […]

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Abuja infrastructure drive ‘ll transform satellite Towns, health, education — Wike

Ukpono Ukpong 26 September 2025 0

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed the commitment of the FCT Administration to massive infrastructure development across Abuja, including satellite towns, schools, and health facilities. He gave the assurance at the flag-off of the construction of Arterial Road N20 (Solomon Lar Way), linking Road N5 (Obafemi Awolowo Way) to

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95th National Day: Saudi Embassy hails $600m trade ties with Nigeria

Ukpono Ukpong 26 September 2025 0

The Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Abuja has marked the Kingdom’s 95th National Day, highlighting the steady growth of bilateral relations with Nigeria, with trade volumes between the two countries now exceeding $600 million. In his address, at the event which brought together senior government officials, heads of diplomatic missions, representatives of international

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Global Rights warns against Green mining without justice for host communities

Ukpono Ukpong 26 September 2025 0

Global Rights has cautioned that the drive for green mining in West Africa must not repeat past injustices against host communities, insisting that mining wealth must not cost lives. The organisation stressed that while global demand for minerals critical to renewable energy is rising, justice, dignity, and accountability for affected communities must remain at the […]

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UNGA80: Mahmoud showcases Abuja as Africa’s smart city hub

Ukpono Ukpong 26 September 2025 0

The FCT Minister of State, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, has extended a clear call to U.S. partners to deepen collaboration in smart cities, housing, and ICT sectors, aiming to co-create sustainable urban futures that benefit both continents. The Minister made the call at the 8th edition of the US–Africa Business Week 2025 held on the sidelines […]

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SERVICOM scores NSITF high, hails improved service delivery nationwide

Ukpono Ukpong 26 September 2025 0

The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has received high ratings from the Service Compact with All Nigerians (SERVICOM) for its improved service delivery in the past year. In its latest assessment released in Abuja, SERVICOM ranked ten Regional and State Branch offices of the Fund as exceptional in customer service, scoring an average of […]

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UNGA 80: Tuggar woos U.S firms with energy, tech, agriculture deals

Ukpono Ukpong 25 September 2025 0

Nigeria has renewed its push to deepen economic ties with the United States, spotlighting investment opportunities that could reshape Africa’s biggest economy. At the heart of this drive is Foreign Affairs Minister, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, who took Nigeria’s message to global investors at the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Speaking at a high-level roundtable

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NSITF laments over 150 construction deaths in 2024, urges stronger safety culture

Ukpono Ukpong 25 September 2025 0

The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) on Wednesday, raised concern over the alarming rate of deaths at construction sites in the country, disclosing that more than 150 workers lost their lives to accidents in 2024 alone. Managing Director of the Fund, Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye, said the grim statistics reflect the dangers of poor compliance […]

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NEITI demands urgent reforms to unlock Nigeria’s N400bn mining sector

Ukpono Ukpong 25 September 2025 0

The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has called for sweeping reforms to reposition the country’s mining industry, warning that failure to act urgently will leave Nigeria lagging behind in the global green energy race. Executive Secretary of NEITI, Dr Orji Ogbonnaya Orji, made the call in Abuja at the 5th West African Mining Host […]

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Tinubu approves 600-capacity Law School hostels, Body of Benchers road in Abuja

Ukpono Ukpong 24 September 2025 0

President Bola Tinubu has directed the Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to immediately commence the construction of two hostels of 300 capacity each for the Nigerian Law School, Abuja. The President also directed the construction of the road linking the Body of Benchers Secretariat, Jabi District with Nile University. The FCT Minister’s […]

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FCTA demolishes kidnappers’ hideout, unveils plan for drone surveillance across FCT

Ukpono Ukpong 23 September 2025 0

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) on Monday demolished a cashew plantation in Kpaduma III/Kobi, Asokoro, identified as a suspected hideout for kidnappers while unveiling plans to deploy drones and other surveillance tools across forests in Abuja to curb insecurity. The demolition followed a recent armed encounter on September 15, 2025, when police

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Pension increment stalled by ongoing verification exercise – NSITF

Ukpono Ukpong 22 September 2025 0

Management of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), has told pensioners of the Fund that verification of pensioners was the reason why the increases in pension had not been implemented. Managing Director of the Fund, Barrister Oluwaseun Faleye, revealed this when the management team hosted the Pensioners Executive Committee at the Fund’s Corporate

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Dabiri-Erewa hails First Lady Oluremi Tinubu at 65

Ukpono Ukpong 22 September 2025 0

Chairman/CEO Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has felicitated with the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on her landmark 65th birthday, describing her as God-sent to Nigeria. Dabiri-Erewa in her congratulatory message described Senator Oluremi Tinubu as a rare gift and blessings by God to mankind. Dabiri-Erewa particularly extolled the

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Peace Corps boss urges non-state actors to lay down arms, embrace dialogue

Ukpono Ukpong 21 September 2025 0

The Commandant General of the National Unity and Peace Corps/Nigeria Mine Rangers Service (NUPEC/NMRS), Dr. Chinedu Nneji, has called on non-state actors to lay down their arms and embrace peace through dialogue as Nigeria joined the rest of the world to mark the 2025 United Nations International Day of Peace. “We call on non-state actors […]

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River Park Estate: No amount of blackmail will save illegal structures – Wike

Ukpono Ukpong 21 September 2025 0

…orders issuance of new C-of‐Os to genuine homeowners The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared that no illegal constructions within River Park Estate will be spared, stressing that no amount of blackmail will stop the FCTA from pulling down structures erected in violation of the law. Speaking during an inspection […]

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FFS, Customs honour Afritower Fire victims, forge stronger safety alliance

Ukpono Ukpong 20 September 2025 0

The Federal Fire Service (FFS) and the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Friday joined the UBA Group Chairman, Mr. Tony Elumelu, to honour the victims of the tragic Afritower fire in Lagos with a solemn one-minute silence. The symbolic act of remembrance was held at exactly 12 noon during the official visit of the Controller […]

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Ebola: FCT Health Secretary Confirms Suspected Case Negative, Assures Residents Of Safety

Ukpono Ukpong 20 September 2025 0

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has confirmed that a suspected case of Ebola in Abuja has tested negative, easing public concerns about a possible outbreak. Addressing journalists on Friday, the Mandate Secretary, Health and Environment Service Secretariat, Dr. Adedolapo Fasawe, made the announcement while assuring residents that robust surveillance

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Resident Doctors Suspend Strike As Wike Meets Demands

Ukpono Ukpong 20 September 2025 0

Resident doctors in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have suspended their strike following the approval of their demands by the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike. The doctors had downed tools on September 15 over unpaid arrears and unresolved issues with the FCT Administration, but Wike confirmed that their requests had been signed off. The […]