Tag: #Abuja
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PLAN INTERNATIONAL CALLS FOR GENDER-INCLUSIVE NATIONAL BUDGET TO BOOST WOMEN AND GIRLS
Advocates are pushing for a shift in how Nigeria spends its money—saying the national budget must directly reflect the needs of women and girls. Plan International Nigeria has called for a gender-inclusive national budget that prioritises the wellbeing, empowerment, and opportunities of women and girls across the country. Speaking at a roundtable in Abuja to…
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MINISTER TO CELEBRATE TINUBU’S 74TH BIRTHDAY WITH IDPs IN ABUJA
Instead of a typical birthday celebration, Nigeria’s Humanitarian Affairs Minister is turning President Bola Tinubu’s 74th birthday into a day of solidarity with displaced families. The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Bernard Doro, says this year’s celebration for President Bola Tinubu will be marked with Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Abuja on…
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ECOWAS, UN JOIN FORCES TO BOOST PEACE AND SECURITY IN WEST AFRICA
With rising instability in the Sahel, ECOWAS and the UN are tightening cooperation to keep West Africa on a path to peace and stability. The Economic Community of West African States and the United Nations have reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening peace and security across West Africa and the Sahel. This came during a…
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KUJE DROWNS IN WASTE: HEALTH RISKS, BUSINESS LOSSES SPARK OUTCRY
What was once a simple refuse point has turned into a public health nightmare—residents in Kuje now battle toxic fumes, choking stench, and growing fears.* For many residents, including students like Omolola Danielle, daily life now comes with an unusual survival tactic—wearing a nose mask just to pass by a dumpsite. The waste collection point,…
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Wike TO FCT RESIDENTS: KEEP THE PEACE, UNITY BEYOND RAMADAN
As Eid celebrations roll in, the FCT Minister is urging Abuja residents to carry the spirit of Ramadan into everyday life—especially ahead of political activities. The Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, has called on residents to sustain the values of peace, compassion, forgiveness, and unity learned during Ramadan. In his Eid-el-Fitr message, Wike described…
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EID-EL-FITR: AMAC BOSS SEEKS PRAYERS, BACKS UNITY FOR FCT DEVELOPMENT
As Sallah celebrations peak, AMAC Chairman is calling on residents to keep the spirit of Ramadan alive—and channel it into Abuja’s growth. The Chairman of Abuja Municipal Area Council, Christopher Maikalangu, has urged residents to sustain the values of discipline, sacrifice, and piety beyond Ramadan for the continued development of the FCT. In his Eid-el-Fitr…
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FCTA CLARIFIES ROLE ON HEALTH REGULATIONS, DEFENDS INSPECTION CHARGES
The Federal Capital Territory Administration says its public health rules are not “multiple taxation” but legal measures to protect residents and ensure safety standards. The Federal Capital Territory Administration has clarified its mandate on public and environmental health enforcement in Abuja, following complaints from private school owners over alleged multiple taxation. Through its Health Services…
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NIGERIA EMERGES AS HUB FOR MODERN URBAN DESIGN — ITALIAN AMBASSADOR
From Lagos to Abuja, Nigeria’s fast-growing cities are catching global attention for innovation, design, and bold urban transformation. The Italian Ambassador to Nigeria, Roberto Mengoni, says Nigeria is fast becoming one of the world’s most dynamic urban environments, powered by rapid city growth, innovation, and expanding opportunities in architecture and design. Speaking at the inaugural…
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EL-RUFAI’S DETENTION LEGAL, BACKED BY COURT ORDER — ICPC
Anti-graft agency clears the air, says no fresh detention order—just an existing court approval. The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has confirmed that former Kaduna governor, Nasir El-Rufai, is being held legally under a valid court order. In a statement issued in Abuja by spokesperson Okor Odey, the commission clarified that El-Rufai’s…
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DSS WITNESS: EFCC CHAIRMAN TARGETED WITH ₦4BN FACEBOOK BLACKMAIL
Court hears how social media videos allegedly accused anti-graft boss of stealing Delta community funds. A witness from the Department of State Services has told the Federal High Court how the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ola Olukoyede, was allegedly blackmailed through Facebook posts. Testifying before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik, DSS operative Yusuf…
