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FCTA removes 607 beggars, mentally challenged persons from Abuja streets
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has removed 607 beggars and mentally challenged persons from the streets of Abuja between July 2025 and January 2026. The Head of Enforcement at the FCT Social Development Secretariat, Mrs Ukachi Adebayo, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Monday, saying the operation was carried out by the Operation…
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Wike approves promotion of over 2,000 FCTA, FCDA workers
By Kunle Sanni – Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has approved the immediate promotion of over 2,000 workers of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) and the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). Lere Olayinka, spokesperson to the minister, said the promotions followed examinations conducted from November 25 to 29, 2025. In a post on Wednesday via…
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Akwa Ibom signs MoU with Interaf Group on Ibom Deep Seaport project
The Akwa Ibom State Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Interaf Group Consortium for the development of the Ibom Deep Seaport, reaffirming its commitment to delivering the long-awaited infrastructure project. Governor Umo Eno restated his administration’s resolve during the MoU signing ceremony held on Monday at Government House, Uyo. He was represented at the event by the…
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Police repel attack on Obajana base, arrest several suspects in Kogi
The Kogi State Police Command has foiled an attempted attack on its Obajana operational base, arresting several suspects in the process. In a statement on Monday, the police said the incident followed a clearance operation carried out on 10 January 2026 across identified hideouts, flashpoints and assembly areas used by bandits and other criminal groups in the state. The operation,…
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EFCC probes not politically motivated- Olukoyede
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has said its operations are not targeted at members of the opposition, but it is handling cases irrespective of political parties. EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, said this in an interview aired on Sunday Politics on Channels TV, saying the agency’s investigation of a former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar…
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Rivers lawmakers allege attempt to halt assembly duties through court orders
By Kunle Sanni – The Rivers State House of Assembly has alleged the existence of clandestine attempts to procure court orders aimed at restraining the legislature from carrying out its constitutional responsibilities. In a statement issued on Sunday, Chairman of the House Committee on Information, Petitions and Complaints, Enemi George, said the assembly had received intelligence indicating that certain individuals…
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FG sanctions Works ministry official, issues fresh ultimatum on Maraba–Keffi road project
By Kunle Sanni – The federal government has sanctioned a senior official of the Ministry of Works, Engr. Yakubu Usman, over alleged negligence and connivance that led to prolonged delays on the Maraba–Keffi road project and the approval of fraudulent payment certificates for uncompleted or unexecuted work. The sanction was announced on Friday by the Minister of Works, Engr. Dave…
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Amid impeachment tension, Fubara makes first public appearance at Armed Forces Remembrance church service
Rivers State Governor, Sim Fubara, on Sunday attended a church service to mark the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day at St. Cyprian’s Anglican Church, Port Harcourt. Also in attendance were his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu, and other senior government officials. The service marked the first public appearance of Fubara and his deputy since fresh impeachment proceedings were initiated against the…
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Focus on self-development, shun violence- Eno tells Akwa Ibom youths
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has urged youths to focus on self-development and avoid actions capable of disrupting the peace and unity currently enjoyed in the state. He gave the charge during a breakfast meeting with the leadership of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Akwa Ibom State chapter. The governor explained that the creation of a…
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Bayelsa State passes Harmonised Taxes and Levies Law
The Bayelsa State Government has passed the Harmonised Taxes and Levies (Approved List for Collection) Law, 2025, describing it as a major step towards modernising revenue administration in the state. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Friday by the Corporate Communications Department of the Joint Revenue Board (JRB). The JRB congratulated Governor Douye Diri, as well as…
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