Abuja

Nov
04
2024
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President Tinubu Swears In Seven New Ministers

President Tinubu Swears In Seven New Ministers

Abuja, FGN, News Flash, Politics
President Tinubu Swears In Seven New Ministers President Bola Tinubu has sworn in seven newly-appointed ministers at the Council Chambers in Abuja. The new ministers were sworn-in today, 4th of November, 2024 after Mr Tinubu reshuffled his cabinet. The ministers are Dr Nentawe Yilwatda – Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction; Muhammadu Dingyadi – Minister of Labour and Employment; Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu – Minister of State Foreign Affairs. “Others are Dr Jumoke Oduwole – Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment (Trade and Investment), Idi Maiha – Minister of Livestock Development; Yusuf Ata – Minister of State, Housing and Urban Development;…
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Nov
02
2024
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Festus Keyamo Ready To Face Reps Over Oyedepo’s Airstrip License

Festus Keyamo Ready To Face Reps Over Oyedepo’s Airstrip License

Abuja, FGN, News Flash
Keyamo Ready To Face Reps Over Oyedepo’s Airstrip License The Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has promised to provide a detailed explanation to the House of Representatives regarding the operational framework of the aviation sector, particularly in relation to the airstrip license granted by Bishop David Oyedepo. Keyamo’s comments come on the heels of a motion moved in the House calling for the revocation of licenses for private airstrips, including that of Oyedepo’s Canaanland recently approved by the federal government. While addressing the matter, Keyamo in a post on his personal X-account, emphasized the need for a comprehensive understanding of…
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Nov
02
2024
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Court In Abuja Grants 114 #EndBadGovernance Protesters N10 Million Bail Each

Court In Abuja Grants 114 #EndBadGovernance Protesters N10 Million Bail Each

Abuja, Judiciary, News Flash
Court Grants 114 #EndBadGovernance Protesters N10 Million Bail Each A Federal High Court in Abuja, on Friday, admitted the 114 protesters who were arraigned over their involvement in the #EndBadGovernance protest to N10 million bail each with two sureties each in like sum. Justuce Obiora Egwuatu admitted them to bail after hearing the defence lawyers’ application and the prosecution’s submission. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that two separate charges were brought before Justice Egwuatu. In the first 10-count charge marked: FHC/ABJ/CR/503/2024, 76 defendants were listed while in the four-count charge number: FHC/ABJ/CR/527/2024, 43 persons were listed as defendants,…
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Oct
27
2024
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40 Persons Trapped In Abuja As Building Collapses

40 Persons Trapped In Abuja As Building Collapses

Abuja, Mishap, News Flash
40 Persons Trapped As Building Collapses In Abuja No fewer than 40 people are trapped under the rubble of a building that collapsed on Saturday in the Sabon Lugbe area of Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory. As of press time, sympathizers and emergency workers are on-site, working to rescue those still caught beneath the debris. The building, reportedly under construction, collapsed in the early hours, prompting calls for immediate intervention from government agencies and emergency response teams. Witnesses at the scene have expressed urgency for additional support to aid ongoing rescue efforts. “No fewer than 40 persons are currently trapped…
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Aug
26
2024
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Six Killed As Police, Shi’ites Clash In Abuja

Six Killed As Police, Shi’ites Clash In Abuja

Abuja, Crime, News Flash, Security
Six Killed As Police, Shi’ites Clash In Abuja Six persons were killed as tensions escalated at the Julius Berger area of Abuja on Sunday following a violent clash between members of the El Zakzaky movement, also known as Shiites, and officers of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command. Two police officers were among the dead, while several others sustained gunshot injuries, it was gathered. Chaos erupted when members of the proscribed Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN), identified as the Shiite group, allegedly attacked a police checkpoint at Wuse junction. According to officers from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police…
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Aug
19
2024
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President Tinubu’s New N150Billion Airbus A330 Presidential Jet Lands At Abuja Airport

President Tinubu’s New N150Billion Airbus A330 Presidential Jet Lands At Abuja Airport

Abuja, News Flash, Presidency
Tinubu’s New N150Billion Airbus A330 Presidential Jet Lands At Abuja Airport President Bola Tinubu will embark on a trip to France on Monday, August 19, departing from Abuja, the nation’s capital. The President will return to the country after his brief work stay in France, a statement signed by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity said on Sunday. The President will travel on the newly acquired luxury Airbus A330 aircraft, which landed at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja at 8.29 pm on Sunday. SaharaReporters reported earlier on Sunday that the aircraft touched…
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Aug
14
2024
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Jonathan, Buhari Attend Council Of State Meeting In Aso Villa

Jonathan, Buhari Attend Council Of State Meeting In Aso Villa

Abuja, FGN, News Flash, Politics
Jonathan, Buhari Attend Council Of State Meeting In Aso Villa Council of state meeting, FEC meetingPresident Bola Tinubu is currently presiding over his first National Council of State meeting since assuming office. The meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja is being attended by former presidents Goodluck Jonathan and Mohammadu Buhari. With no executive powers, the National Council of State is an advisory organ of the federal government. Its membership includes the president who is the Chairman; Vice President, who is the Deputy Chairman; all former Presidents of the Federation and all former Heads of the Government of the Federation; all…
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Aug
09
2024
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DSS Denies Raiding NLC Headquarters In Abuja

DSS Denies Raiding NLC Headquarters In Abuja

Abuja, News Flash, Security
DSS Denies Raiding NLC Headquarters In Abuja The Department of State Services has dismissed reports stating that its operatives raided the headquarters of the Nigerian Labour Congress in Abuja. On Wednesday, it was reported that armed men, purportedly from the DSS, stormed the NLC’s office and made off with several documents. According to the NLC, the incident occurred around 8:30 pm, when operatives reportedly broke into the Labour House. Head of Media and Public Relations, NLC, Benson Upah, stated that the assailants ransacked the bookshop on the second floor, seizing hundreds of books and other publications. “The invading team claimed…
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Aug
09
2024
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Women Affairs Minister Disrupts Abuja Event, Says ‘President Unhappy With It’.

Women Affairs Minister Disrupts Abuja Event, Says ‘President Unhappy With It’.

Abuja, News Flash, Politics
‘President Unhappy With It’ – Women Affairs’ Minister Disrupts Abuja Event A mild drama played out on Thursday morning as the Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, disrupted an event in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city. The programme was planned by Mela-Chiyoma PAT Limited. In a video uploaded on X, formerly Twitter, by the International Centre for Investigative Reporting (ICIR), the minister was seen accusing the organizers of impersonation. According to her, the event, tagged “Unveiling the power of women and food security,” was conveyed in the name of the ministry of women affairs without approval. Addressing the…
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