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Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Abuja

August 16, 2026

FRSC nabs lorry driver for hiding 15 persons, eight bikes among goods

Mr Ohaeri said FRSC officials intercepted the vehicle, marked GDD 815 ZP, after professional suspicion prompted a closer inspection of its sealed trampoline.

FRSC nabs lorry driver
August 16, 2026

Wike signed 26,272 certificates of occupancy in three years: Aide

Mr Olayinka said the figure surpassed the 8,697 C of Os produced and signed between 2010 and 2023.

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike
August 16, 2026

Defence college holds shooting tournament to boost marksmanship, fitness

Mr Kashim pointed out that the skills required for shooting could also be applied in daily life.

Alumni Association of the National Defence College
August 16, 2026

India commits to inclusive development, global south leadership 

The high commissioner said that India was moving towards the goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047.

August 14, 2026

Floods: Residents urge FCTA to intensify drainage maintenance in Kubwa

Residents said blocked and poorly maintained drainage channels often caused stormwater to overflow onto roads and adjoining properties after heavy rainfall.

Photo of a flooded community used to illustrate the story (Credit: PG)
August 14, 2026

FCSC begins process for promotion of Nigeria’s senior civil servants

FCSC commenced an online accreditation for officers on GLs 14, 15 and 16 who are due for promotion in the Federal Civil Service.

Federal Civil Service Commission
August 14, 2026

IG pledges sustained contribution to U.S-Nigeria working group

Mr Disu noted that public trust, religious tolerance and peaceful coexistence are important in achieving sustainable security.

Olatunji Disu
August 13, 2026

NAHCON approves five airlines for 2027 hajj operations

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has approved five air carriers for the 2027 hajj operations.

Pilgrims inside plane
August 13, 2026

Abuja engineer arraigned for multimillion-naira misappropriation

A building engineer, Abdul Mohammed, was arraigned on Thursday in a Dutse Magistrates’ Court in Abuja for misappropriating N2.5 million in company funds.

Magistrates’ Court
August 13, 2026

Tinubu Hardship: Soaring rents push Abuja families to skip meals, healthcare, education

Residents of Kubwa in the Bwari Area Council, Federal Capital Territory, say rising rents are forcing families to spend less on food, healthcare and education.

President Bola Tinubu