Tag: #Abuja
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NDLEA CRACKS DOWN IN ABUJA, ARRESTS 132, SEIZES 220KG DRUGS
Abuja — The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has dismantled multiple drug hubs across the FCT, arresting 132 suspects and recovering over 220kg of illicit substances in a two-week crackdown. The raids, backed by intelligence and surveillance, targeted major hotspots including Gwarinpa, Wuse, Kubwa, Jabi, and Suleja, among others. Recovered items ranged from cannabis…
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PRP WELCOMES BABA-AHMED, HAILS “NEW DAWN” FOR PARTY
The Peoples Redemption Party is rolling out the red carpet for a big political heavyweight—and calling it a fresh start for Nigeria’s future. Abuja, April 30, 2026 — The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has officially welcomed former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Yusuf Baba-Ahmed, into its ranks. In a statement, the party described his defection as…
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FG DECLARES FRIDAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY FOR WORKERS’ DAY
The Federal Government has declared Friday a public holiday to mark International Workers’ Day. Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo announced the break, praising Nigerian workers for their hard work and role in driving the nation’s growth. He urged citizens to stay committed to patriotism, productivity, and national development, stressing that these values are key to a…
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EFCC QUIZZES ENERGY BOSS OVER ₦72M ‘FUEL DEAL’ FRAUD
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has grilled the Managing Director of Paramount Energy Ltd. over an alleged ₦72.3 million fraud linked to a failed petroleum supply deal. According to EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale, the suspect is being investigated for allegedly obtaining money under false pretence after a petitioner claimed he paid for fuel…
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FG SETS UP NEW SECURITY, VETERANS’ WELFARE PANELS
The Federal Government has launched three key committees aimed at strengthening national security and improving the welfare of military veterans. Defence Minister, Christopher Musa, unveiled the panels in Abuja, covering border security, defence funding, and veterans’ welfare reforms. According to him, the move is about turning defence policies into real action—boosting coordination among security agencies,…
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FG LINKS DRIVER EDUCATION TO ECONOMY, SECURITY AS REFORMS INTENSIFY
The Federal Government has again stressed that effective driver education is crucial to strengthening Nigeria’s economy, improving road safety, and supporting internal security. This was the message from FCT Minister Nyesom Wike at a national workshop organised by the Federal Road Safety Corps in Abuja for driving school operators and instructors. Represented by the Permanent…
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NIGERIAN ARMY INTRODUCES NEW SYSTEM TO TRACK TROOP PERFORMANCE
The Nigerian Army has unveiled a new Standardised Evaluation Framework designed to boost accountability, sharpen performance, and improve combat readiness across all formations. The initiative was highlighted at a sensitisation seminar in Abuja, organised by the Army Headquarters Department of Standards and Evaluation. Representing the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, Maj.-Gen. Everest Okoro…
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FRSC TO DRIVING SCHOOLS: STOP PUTTING PROFIT ABOVE LIVES
The Federal Road Safety Corps has warned driving school operators across the country to stop prioritising profit over proper training, saying it is worsening road accidents. Speaking at a national workshop in Abuja, Deputy Corps Marshal (Training), DCM Abiodun Akinlade, said poor driver education, weak safety culture, and inadequate training remain major causes of crashes…
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GROUP CRIES FOUL OVER ‘SMEAR CAMPAIGN’ AGAINST MILITARY PENSION BOSS
The Northern Security Advocacy Group has alleged a coordinated campaign to discredit Mikail Abdulraheem, Chairman of the Military Pension Board. Speaking in Abuja, the group’s spokesman, Jonathan Onoja, claimed the attacks are being driven by some retired military officers unhappy with ongoing reforms. According to him, Abdulraheem’s leadership has improved transparency, sped up pension payments,…
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NESREA SHUTS DOWN 30 ABUJA SITES IN ENVIRONMENT CRACKDOWN
The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency has sealed 30 construction sites across Abuja over violations of environmental laws. Affected sites include firms like Primgate Reality and XTadok Nigeria Limited in Wuye, and Samdus Limited in Asokoro. According to DG Innocent Barikor, the crackdown followed inspections that exposed poor compliance—especially failure to provide proper…
