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The Tony Elumelu Foundation has pledged $16 million in funding to support 3,200 young entrepreneurs in Africa under its 2026 entrepreneurship initiative.

The Abuja Alternate Festival 2026 has returned, showcasing a vibrant celebration of alternative music and arts in Nigeria.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has scheduled a screening for national office aspirants to take place on March 24, 2026, in Abuja.

Senator Jibrin Barau has called for Nigerians to support President Bola Tinubu amid global economic challenges during his Eid-el-Fitr address in Abuja.

Former Governor of Kano State, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, is set to participate in the Eid-el-Fitr prayers in Kano, amidst a backdrop of political realignment in the region.

Nigeria's Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, reassures the diplomatic community in Abuja of their safety and the government's commitment to enhancing the environment for their operations.

The APC candidate, Yahaya Usman, has filed a petition contesting the election results of the Gwagwalada chairmanship poll in Abuja, alleging electoral misconduct and seeking nullification of the outcome.

The Nigeria Police Force has distributed N2.4 billion in insurance benefits to families of deceased officers as part of its welfare schemes.

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, urged Abuja residents to support President Bola Tinubu, highlighting recent infrastructure improvements in satellite towns.

A Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed cyberbullying charges against activist Omoyele Sowore due to lack of prosecution by the former Inspector General of Police.

The Nigerian Railway Corporation has announced the restoration of train services on the Abuja-Kaduna route after a disruption earlier this week, assuring passengers of improved safety measures.

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has deployed 4,000 personnel in Abuja to ensure safety during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

Senator Philip Tanimu Aduda resigns from the Peoples Democratic Party due to ongoing internal conflicts within the party.

The Nigerian Railway Corporation has confirmed that a train collision along the Abuja–Kaduna corridor resulted in 26 injuries among passengers and crew.

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria, has claimed that reports of banditry in Abuja are exaggerated and that the city remains secure.

Transcorp Energy has successfully bid to deploy renewable energy solutions in Abuja under a World Bank-supported project.

Families of engineers abducted in 2021 protest in Abuja, seeking accountability from the government.

Passengers sustained injuries in a train derailment along the Abuja-Kaduna line, amidst ongoing political discussions regarding Atiku Abubakar's potential running mate for the 2027 elections.

The Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike refutes claims of banditry in Abuja, asserting the city remains secure with effective crime management.

The Abuja–Lokoja highway faced severe traffic congestion due to repairs on the Gwagwalada bridge, impacting many travelers.

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau is investigating a train collision that injured passengers on a route from Kaduna to Abuja.

The police in Abuja have clarified that a purported threat letter from bandits targeting local communities was fabricated by individuals attempting to incite fear.

The wives of five missing engineers protested at the Federal Ministry of Works in Abuja, demanding updates on their husbands' abduction nearly four years ago.

Passengers were injured when an Abuja-Kaduna train derailed after a collision with another train, causing panic and disruption of service.

The Federal Capital Territory's Universal Basic Education Board reports that a Model Smart School in Abuja is enhancing educational outcomes through technology-driven teaching methods.

The Vice-Chancellor of Margaret Lawrence University in Abuja has urged newly admitted students to prioritize their studies and uphold strong ethical standards.

The South-East region won both the boys' and girls' titles at the Nigeria Cricket Federation's National U-17 Championship in Abuja.

A 74-year-old Nigerian man was arrested at Abuja's Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport for attempting to smuggle 11 kilograms of cocaine to the UK.

President Bola Tinubu held a closed-door meeting with Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja amidst ongoing consultations on national issues.

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’adu Abubakar III, paid a courtesy visit to Nigerian President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, highlighting the union of political and spiritual leadership in Nigeria.

The Director-General of NAFDAC, Mojisola Adeyeye, has called for increased investment in women's and children's health during the agency's International Women's Day celebration in Abuja.

The Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, emphasized the importance of investing in the health of women and children during an event marking International Women’s Day 2026 in Abuja.

A 74-year-old man was arrested at Abuja's Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport for attempting to smuggle 11 kilograms of cocaine concealed in food items.

Apostle Michael Orokpo shares how his mother’s death in 2010 led him to question his faith and stray from his religious commitments for a year.

Air Peace denies passenger stranding after the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority summoned it regarding flight disruptions.

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority has summoned Air Peace to an urgent meeting concerning multiple unexplained flight disruptions that led to passenger complaints, especially on their London-Abuja route.

Pro-Iran Shia Muslims in Nigeria held a rally in Abuja, defying a ban, to express solidarity with Palestinians and voice opposition to the US and Israel during Quds Day.

Members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria held a rally in Abuja to mourn the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader and show support for Palestine.

Nigeria's Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has announced plans to demolish illegal buildings constructed on land designated for foreign embassies in Abuja.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled a new arraignment for former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido and his two sons concerning a N1.35 billion money laundering case.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company has reduced petrol prices by N100 in Lagos and N95 in Abuja, following a decrease in global oil prices.

African health financing struggles not only with a funding shortfall but significant governance issues that hinder effective allocation and utilization of resources.

The National Association of Nigerian Students is set to elect a new president on May 24 during its upcoming national convention in Abuja.

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has committed to working collaboratively with newly elected Area Council chairmen to foster development in Abuja, regardless of political differences.

Bolt has partnered with Nigeria's Federal Road Safety Corps to launch a road safety education programme aimed at reducing reckless driving among its drivers in Abuja.

Nigeria's Minister of Works, David Umahi, has inaugurated a logistics committee to prepare for the upcoming All Progressives Congress national convention in Abuja.

The ICPC has refuted claims made in a viral video that it arrested Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja.

The leadership of Nigeria's National Assembly met with President Bola Tinubu shortly after resuming their sessions, with the purpose of their meeting remaining undisclosed.

The Federal Fire Service successfully contained a fire outbreak at De Bently Hotel in Abuja, limiting the damage and preventing the fire from spreading.

The U.S. Embassy in Nigeria has warned its citizens of a potential terrorist threat against American diplomatic facilities and associated schools, particularly in Abuja.