FCT Set to Demolish Encroachments on Transport Corridors
The Federal Capital Territory Administration has begun clearing illegal developments blocking routes reserved for Abuja’s rail and road infrastructure. Through its Development Control Department, the Abuja Metropolitan Management Council (AMMC)…
FCT Launches Debate Show to Tackle Out-of-School Crisis
The Federal Capital Territory Universal Basic Education Board (FCT-UBEB) has begun the 2025 edition of its “Head-to-Head School Debate,” a two-week programme designed to reduce the number of out-of-school children…
DSS Under Fire Over Alleged Illegal Detention in Abuja
The Department of State Services (DSS) has been accused of holding an Abuja resident, Mrs. Chineze Ozoadibe, in custody for over two months without charges or access to her family.…
Over 700 Cars Seized in Abuja Security Crackdown
Authorities Target Illegal Vehicle Mods, Fake Plates in Anti-Crime Drive More than 700 vehicles have been impounded across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) as part of the ongoing “Clean Sweep…
FCT Minister Rallies Corps Members on Unity, Innovation
Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, has reiterated that youth empowerment remains central to President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, describing young Nigerians as the…
FCT Trails in Open Defecation-Free Campaign
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has yet to be declared open defecation-free, despite efforts by the FCT Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (RUWASSA). Acting Director, Abigail P. Ekpenisi, said…
Wike Commissions Upgraded Lower Usuma Dam Phase II Water Plant
On Tuesday, August 19, 2025, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike, commissioned the upgraded Phase II Water Treatment Plant at the Lower Usuma Dam in…
FCTA Cracks Down on Shanties, Moves Against Criminal Hideouts
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has intensified the demolition of illegal shanties in Abuja, saying they have become hideouts for criminals and a threat to development. The Minister’s aide,…
FCT Pilgrims Board Begins Registration for 2026 Hajj
The FCT Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has opened registration for intending pilgrims ahead of the 2026 Hajj. Director of the Board, Alhaji Kadiri Edah, said applicants must deposit a minimum…
FCTA Denies ₦5bn Contract Awards Under Wike
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has denied claims that ₦5 billion contracts were awarded under Minister Nyesom Wike. The Minister’s aide, Lere Olayinka, said Wike only cleared ₦10 billion…
