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Remi Tinubu donates 10 TB machines, pledges N1bn to boost FCTA response

Ukpono Ukpong 8 August 2025 0

Oluremi Tinubu, first lady of Nigeria, has donated 10 tuberculosis (TB) molecular diagnostic machines and pledged an additional N1 billion to support the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) in its fight against the disease. The donation, made under her Renewed Hope Initiative, was

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FG urges Nigerians abroad to register with embassies for timely assistance

Ukpono Ukpong 8 August 2025 0

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Dunoma Umar Ahmed, has urged Nigerians travelling abroad to register with the Nigerian mission in their host countries to enable timely intervention during emergencies. Ahmed made the appeal on Wednesday while receiving a delegation from the Diplomatic Correspondents Association of Nigeria (DICAN) led

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Correctional service dismisses 15 officers, demotes 59 after disciplinary review

Ukpono Ukpong 8 August 2025 0

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has dismissed 15 officers and demoted 59 others after a disciplinary review by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB). The sanctions followed the Board’s consideration of 231 disciplinary cases presented by its Disciplinary and General Purpose Committee (BDGPC), after months of investigation

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FCTA begins emergency waste evacuation in Karu, Nyanya over expired contracts

Ukpono Ukpong 7 August 2025 0

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has launched an emergency waste evacuation exercise in Karu and Nyanya to avert a sanitation crisis following the expiration of waste management contracts. The contracts, which expired in April 2025, left refuse to pile up in parts of the satellite towns. With new contractors yet to be mobilised, the […]

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NCoS promotes 30 senior officers to ACG in leadership reshuffle

Ukpono Ukpong 6 August 2025 0

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has promoted 30 senior officers to the rank of Assistant Controller General of Corrections (ACG), in what is being described as a major boost to leadership within the service. The promotion was approved by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB). According to a statement by Umar […]

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Labour unions reject tenure extension for FCT Perm Sec, warn against civil service rule violation

Ukpono Ukpong 6 August 2025 0

Labour unions have rejected any attempt to extend the tenure of the Permanent Secretary representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in the Ministry of Defence, warning that such a move would undermine public service rules and erode transparency in the civil service. The controversy follows growing concerns over alleged efforts — reportedly involving the Office […]

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Minister hails NSITF for reform strides, backs expansion of social safety net

Ukpono Ukpong 5 August 2025 0

Muhammad Dingyadi, minister of labour and employment, has commended the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) for what he described as a significant turnaround in the agency’s operations within one year. Speaking on Monday at the retreat for the national assembly joint committees on labour, employment and productivity in Lagos, Dingyadi said the reforms under […]

Politics

Wike warns PDP: Resolve south-south crisis or forget national convention

Ukpono Ukpong 5 August 2025 0

Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory, has issued a strong warning to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), insisting that the party must resolve the leadership dispute in the south-south before planning any national convention. Speaking during his monthly media chat in Abuja on Monday, Wike said the party’s refusal to recognise Dan Orbih […]

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Wike vows to reclaim undeveloped mass housing lands in Abuja

Ukpono Ukpong 5 August 2025 0

Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), says the administration will revoke undeveloped plots allocated for mass housing across Abuja. Speaking during a media chat in Abuja on Monday, Wike described the situation as a blatant abuse of public assets, accusing developers of converting land meant for mass housing into private business ventures. […]

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Abuse of U.S. visas by Nigerians may trigger travel sanctions, immigration service warns

Ukpono Ukpong 2 August 2025 0

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has cautioned Nigerians to desist from abusing their United States visas, warning that violations could lead to deportation, visa cancellation, or permanent bans from future travel. The advisory follows repeated concerns raised by the U.S. government over the conduct of some Nigerian visa holders, particularly cases of overstaying,

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FCTA to begin mandatory hepatitis tests for all food vendors in Abuja

Ukpono Ukpong 31 July 2025 0

Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has announced plans to commence mandatory hepatitis screening for food vendors operating in the nation’s capital. The screening exercise, which will target food handlers in restaurants, markets, bakeries, and canteens, is aimed at curbing the spread of hepatitis and reinforcing food safety in Abuja. This was disclosed in a

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FG, nurses union in emergency talks as warning strike begins over unmet demands

Ukpono Ukpong 30 July 2025 0

The federal government has opened talks with the leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) in a bid to halt a looming industrial action that could further disrupt the country’s fragile healthcare system. The engagement, led by Muhammad Maigari Dingyadi, minister of labour and employment, comes amid growing discontent among health […]

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FCT Pilgrims Board screens final batch of intending travellers to Israel, Jordan

Ukpono Ukpong 30 July 2025 0

The Federal Capital Territory Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board (FCT-CPWB) has begun screening an additional 110 applicants for the 2025 pilgrimage to Israel and Jordan. The exercise, which started Tuesday in Abuja, is part of a mop-up phase to complete the vetting of a total of 250 intending pilgrims scheduled to travel between August and September. […]

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‘Nigerians are not criminals’ — FG condemns Ghana protest, urges calm amid deportation calls

Ukpono Ukpong 30 July 2025 0

The federal government has condemned a viral protest in Ghana where some citizens demanded the deportation of Nigerians, describing it as unjust and dangerous to regional harmony. The protest, which surfaced on social media, featured demonstrators accusing Nigerians of criminality and calling for their mass expulsion—raising fears of xenophobia and reprisal. Reacting on

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Wike clears N4bn health insurance debt, vows sanctions for HMOs delaying payments

Ukpono Ukpong 29 July 2025 0

Nyesom Wike, minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has cleared a backlog of N4 billion in unpaid health insurance claims under the FCT Health Insurance Scheme (FHIS), unlocking access to improved healthcare for vulnerable residents. The payments, covering capitation and fee-for-service claims from 2022 to 2024, were fully disbursed between last year and this

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FG confirms rescue of Nigerians stranded in Central African Republic

Ukpono Ukpong 29 July 2025 0

The federal government says Nigerian workers stranded in the Central African Republic (CAR) have been successfully rescued and are now in the custody of the Nigerian Embassy in Bangui. The rescue follows the circulation of a distressing video showing several Nigerians in dire conditions in the Bambari region, about 850 kilometres from the capital. The […]

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Wike approves panels to audit dubious land deals in Abuja

Ukpono Ukpong 28 July 2025 0

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has approved the formation of vetting committees to sanitise land administration in Abuja. The committees will focus on the sale of federal government houses, titling of designated park plots, and the management of related land parcels. Chijioke Nwankwoeze, FCT director of land administration, inaugurated the panels in

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“You are our strongest ambassadors” — Odumegwu-Ojukwu hails Super Falcons

Ukpono Ukpong 28 July 2025 0

Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, has described the Super Falcons as Nigeria’s “strongest ambassadors” following their historic victory at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). In a statement congratulating the team, Odumegwu-Ojukwu praised their stunning comeback against hosts Morocco in the final on Saturday night. The Falcons

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Super Falcons embody Nigeria’s excellence, says Tuggar after WAFCON triumph

Ukpono Ukpong 27 July 2025 0

Yusuf Tuggar, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, has congratulated the Super Falcons following their record 10th title win at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). In a statement released shortly after the team’s 3–2 victory over Morocco in the final, Tuggar hailed the Falcons for their discipline, unity, and resilience—qualities he said reflect the […]

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UNIPORT names convocation arena after Wike, honours him with doctorate degree

Ukpono Ukpong 26 July 2025 0

The University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT), Rivers State, has named its newly constructed convocation arena after Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT) and former governor of the state. The ultra-modern arena, built under Wike’s administration as governor, was officially inaugurated on Saturday by Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, retired vice admiral and sole