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Lombardy, FCTA partnership to birth Vocational Training Centre, agric devt in Abuja

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By Ukpono Ukpong The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) and the Lombardy Regional Government of Italy have agreed to collaborate on vocational education and agricultural development, paving the way for the establishment of a vocational training centre in Abuja and the facilitation

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FCTA bus terminals to revolutionize transportation, boost security in Abuja

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…create over 3,000 jobs for residents By Ukpono Ukpong With the imminent completion of the ongoing construction of three modern bus terminals by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), under the leadership of the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, Abuja residents and transport operators alike are optimistic that by streamlining the city’s transport system,

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FCTA approves N40.9bn for infrastructure, security, asset protection

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By Ukpono Ukpong The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has approved a total of N40.9 billion for critical infrastructure projects, security improvements, and asset insurance across the FCT, with a major focus on satellite towns. The approvals were made during the first FCT Executive Committee meeting of 2025, chaired by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. Key […]

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FCTA inaugurates National Health Fellows Selection Committee

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By Ukpono Ukpong In line with the federal government’s efforts to recruit Health Fellows nationwide, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), through its Health Services and Environment Secretariat (HSES), has inaugurated the FCT National Health Fellows Selection Committee. In January 2025, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof.

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FCT now generates over ₦25bn in revenue monthly, from N9bn – Wike

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…surpasses ₦40bn revenue in December 2024 By Ukpono Ukpong The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has recorded a significant increase in its Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), now exceeding ₦25 billion monthly. This marks a substantial rise from the ₦9 billion previously generated before the current administration, led by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, assumed

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FCTA to charge vandals of public infrastructures with economic sabotage

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By Ukpono Ukpong The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), has announced plans to henceforth charge vandals arrested for destroying public infrastructure within the nation’s capital to court for economic sabotage. This was one of the outcomes of the first security meeting for 2025, held yesterday in Abuja and chaired by the FCT Minister Barr. Ezenwo […]

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Land Title: I am not indebted to FCTA, says HoR Speaker Abbas

Ihesiulo Grace 21 December 2024 0

By Tom Okpe Speaker of the House of Representatives,Rep Tanudeen Abbas has said he doesn’t owe the Federal Capital Territory Administration, FCTA any money over land title as speculated in the electronic and print media. There had been reported debt owed the FCTA by some individuals to the effect that the FCTA, revoked land titles […]

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FCTA: Revamping core governance for staff recognition and patriotism renewal

Ihesiulo Grace 18 February 2024 0

By Ukpono Ukpong The civil service, often regarded as the engine room of government, has upheld institutional knowledge and policies throughout the years as stakeholders continually explore ways to maintain this crucial sector for the country’s smooth operation. One effective measure involves adjusting the reward system to motivate the operators of this engine – the

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FCTA workers laud Tinubu for reversing Permanent Secretary’s posting

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By Ukpono Ukpong President Bola Tinubu has received commendations for cancelling posting of a new Permanent Secretary to the Federal Capital Territory Ad ministration (FCTA). FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike has also been joined in for praises for his role in the quick and sensitive intervention culminating into reversal of the posting, described as “uncalled for, […]

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Group Passes Vote Of Confidence On FCTA Director-development Control

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A group, Presidential Support Group has passed a vote of confidence on the director of the Department of Development Control at Federal Capital Territory Administration FCTA, Mukhtar Galadima. The group during an occasion in Abuja also marked the conferment of the Most Distinguished Public Service Award on Galadima for his outstanding contributions to the development […]

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FCTA warns against using its social development secretariat as drinking joint

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The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has warned against the use of the Cyprian Ekwensi Centre for Arts and Culture complex in Garki, Abuja, as a drinking joint by shop owners. Mr Ibrahim Masari, Mandate Secretary, Social Development Secretariat, FCTA, gave the warning during an emergency meeting with business operators and shop owners at the […]

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FCTA to disconnect 30,000 houses over unpaid water bill

Ihesiulo Grace 15 October 2023 0

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Water Board has said that 30,000 households will be disconnected over non-payment of utility bills. Daniel Salka, acting general manager of the board, said the disconnection exercise became necessary to recover all unpaid debts from customers. Salka said many consumers have been “enjoying uninterrupted water supply but are not ready […]

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FCTA mulls policy formulation, implementation to address traffic management

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By Ukpono Ukpong As parts of efforts to ensure effective regulation of road traffic management, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), has identified the need for policy formulation and implementation to address growing concerns. The Director, FCT Directorate of Road Traffic Services (DRTS) also known as Vehicles Inspection Officers (VIO) Dr. Abdulateef

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FCTA to demolish attachments at Area 1 shopping complex

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…as govt provides victims with alternative shops By Ukpono Ukpong The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has concluded plans to demolish all attachments and illegal constructions at the popular Area 1 Shopping Complex. According to the administration, this is to ensure that the shopping complex wears a befitting look as well as address the issue […]

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NFC debunks rumours of rift with FCTA

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The Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC), the federal government agency saddled with the responsibility of managing Nigeria’s audio-visual refutes the allegation of being the beneficiary of an $800million USD garnishee award against the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). NFC’s attention was drawn to an online publication dated September 13, 2023, attributing the

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Group faults sponsored falsehood against FCTA Permanent Secretary

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…says FCTA Staff strength 32,201 not 40,000…only FCT minister, not perm sec allocates land Peddlers of lies and fabricators of allegations against the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), Mr Olusade Adesola have been charged to dedicate their brains and energy to more fruitful and meaningful ventures that will help move Abuja […]

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FCTA gives reasons for demolishing UTC Shopping Complex

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By Ukpono Ukpong The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) yesterday explained the reason behind the demolition of the popular UTC Shopping Complex in Area 10, Abuja. According to the FCT Administration, the over 30 years old complex had to be demolished to give way for the needed remodelling of the structure. The administration said the […]

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FCTA evacuates 217 destitutes, street beggars from Abuja streets

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BY UKPONO UKPONG The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), has repatriated 217 destitutes, street baggers and vagabonds, evacuated from the street of the Federal Capital City, Abuja. Director, Department of Social Welfare Services, Social Development Secretariat (SDS), of the FCTA, Alhaji Sani Amar-Rabe, made the disclosure in an interview with newsmen at the

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FCTA to enroll pensioners in health insurance scheme

Ihesiulo Grace 30 January 2023 0

BY UKPONO UKPONG The Federal Capital Territory Administration FCTA has approved the enrollment of its pensioners in the Health Insurance scheme. According to a statement issued by the Director FCTA Human Resource Management, Bashir Muhammad, at the weekend, the Permanent Secretary FCTA, Adesola Olusade during his meeting with officials of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners,

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FCTA arrests 47 PoS agents for operating in unapproved areas

Ihesiulo Grace 30 January 2023 0

BY UKPONO UKPONG No fewer than 47 Point of Sale (PoS) agents operating on the streets, especially in unapproved places within the Federal City Centre, have been arrested by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). This comes less than a week since the administration warned against indiscriminate activities of POS operators, especially on the streets […]