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Wike promises FCT indigenous people CofO on ancestral lands

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has warned residents to be cautious of opportunistic politicians and reiterated his commitment to granting Certificates of Occupancy to indigenous people of the FCT.

Mar 4 β€’ 23:07 UTC
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National & Local

FG to build more modern bus terminals in FCT – Official

The Nigerian Federal Capital Territory Administration plans to construct additional modern bus terminals to enhance public transportation and reduce crime in Abuja.

Mar 3 β€’ 19:31 UTC
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National & Local

FCT poll: Wike thanks residents, pledges project completion

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, expresses gratitude to Bwari residents for their electoral support and promises the completion of projects.

Mar 3 β€’ 18:42 UTC
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National & Local

FCT-IRS warns against missing March 31 tax deadline

The Federal Capital Territory Internal Revenue Service has called on residents to file their personal income tax returns before the March 31, 2026 deadline.

Mar 3 β€’ 00:09 UTC
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National & Local

FCTA approves N1 billion for security gadgets, N7.3 billion for waste management

The Federal Capital Territory Administration has approved a N1.1 billion contract for the purchase of security communication gadgets to enhance the capabilities of security agencies in the territory.

Mar 2 β€’ 17:11 UTC
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Crime & Justice

JUST IN: Court grants Ozekhome N10m bail over forgery allegation

The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory in Nigeria has granted bail to Mike Ozekhome and Ponfa Useni, each set at N10m, after they were arraigned on charges of forgery related to documentation for a property claim in London.

Feb 27 β€’ 14:21 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police bust child trafficking syndicate, rescue 21 in FCT

The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has dismantled a child trafficking ring disguised as an orphanage, rescuing 21 children in the process.

Feb 26 β€’ 22:35 UTC
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National & Local

Wike visits late senator Mpigi’s family in London, pledges support

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, visited the family of the late Senator Barinada Mpigi in London, expressing condolences and offering support.

Feb 26 β€’ 18:44 UTC
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National & Local

FCT poll: Strengthen electoral integrity, observers urge INEC

Election observers in Nigeria have called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to enhance electoral integrity after assessing the recent Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections.

Feb 26 β€’ 05:16 UTC
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National & Local

Nigeria: 1 Killed As Truck Loses Control On FCT Road

A truck assistant died in a crash involving a runaway truck in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory, which also led to another accident nearby.

Feb 23 β€’ 18:44 UTC
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National & Local

FCTA suspends enforcement of drivers, riders’ permit levy

The Federal Capital Territory Administration has suspended the enforcement of a new levy for drivers and riders after discussions with cycling leaders amid concerns over multiple taxation.

Feb 23 β€’ 10:45 UTC
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National & Local

FCT poll: Nigerians now know ruling, real opposition parties – Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, praised President Bola Tinubu for the successful conduct of the Area Council elections in Abuja, which showcased the political landscape of Nigeria.

Feb 22 β€’ 20:38 UTC
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National & Local

EFCC arrests 20 over electoral fraud in FCT council polls, recovers over N17m

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested 20 individuals for electoral fraud during the Federal Capital Territory local government elections and recovered over 17 million Naira intended for vote buying.

Feb 22 β€’ 19:40 UTC
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National & Local

FCT poll: Real Nigerians have spoken, Keyamo dismisses critics

Festus Keyamo, Nigeria's Minister of Aviation, commended residents of the Federal Capital Territory for their participation in area council elections while criticizing those who claim to represent national opinions without a mandate.

Feb 22 β€’ 18:23 UTC
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National & Local

FCT, Kano, Rivers victories a referendum on Tinubu presidency – Lagos APC

The Lagos APC claims that recent by-election victories in Rivers, Kano, and the Federal Capital Territory signal public support for President Tinubu's administration.

Feb 22 β€’ 17:31 UTC
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National & Local

FULL LIST: APC wins five FCT councils, PDP one

The All Progressives Congress won five out of six chairmanship seats in the Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections, with the Peoples Democratic Party winning one.

Feb 22 β€’ 15:30 UTC
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National & Local

FCT poll shows PDP’s resurgence ahead of 2027 – Olawepo-Hashim

Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim claims that the recent Federal Capital Territory elections indicate a revival of the Peoples Democratic Party ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Feb 22 β€’ 15:12 UTC
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National & Local

Tinubu congratulates winners of FCT, Kano, Rivers elections, hails Wike’s leadership

President Bola Tinubu congratulated the winners of recent elections in the Federal Capital Territory, Kano, and Rivers, highlighting the leadership of Governor Nyesom Wike.

Feb 22 β€’ 12:29 UTC
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National & Local

FCT poll: APC candidate wins Abaji Area Council chairmanship election

Umar Abdullahi Abubakar of the APC has been declared the winner of the chairmanship election for the Abaji Area Council in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory.

Feb 22 β€’ 11:14 UTC
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National & Local

FCT Decides: APC candidate wins Bwari Area Council chairmanship election

Joshua Ishaku of the APC has won the Bwari Area Council chairmanship election in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory.

Feb 22 β€’ 09:10 UTC
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National & Local

BREAKING: PDP candidate wins Gwagwalada chairmanship election in FCT

Mohammed Kasim of the Peoples Democratic Party has won the Gwagwalada chairmanship election in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory, securing over 22,000 votes.

Feb 22 β€’ 06:53 UTC
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National & Local

APC leads as voter apathy mars FCT council poll

The All Progressives Congress (APC) led in early results of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) council polls, amidst notable voter apathy.

Feb 22 β€’ 00:12 UTC
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National & Local

Votes sold for up to ₦10,000 in FCT poll β€” CSO

An election monitoring group in Nigeria claimed that votes were sold for as much as ₦10,000 during the Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections.

Feb 21 β€’ 20:55 UTC
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National & Local

FCT poll: INEC uploads chairmanship results on IReV

The Independent National Electoral Commission has started posting results for the Federal Capital Territory Area Council chairmanship elections on its Result Viewing portal.

Feb 21 β€’ 20:01 UTC
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National & Local

CSO faults FCT council poll, laments low turnout, other irregularities

A civil society organization criticized the recent Federal Capital Territory elections for low voter turnout and irregularities, despite the election being largely peaceful.

Feb 21 β€’ 19:18 UTC
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National & Local

Obidient movement flags IREV glitch in FCT polls

The Obidient Movement has raised concerns about the malfunction of the election results portal during the Federal Capital Territory elections in Nigeria.

Feb 21 β€’ 18:05 UTC
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National & Local

Wike praises peaceful election, laments low turnout in Abuja

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, commended the peaceful conduct of the Area Council elections in Abuja but expressed concern over low voter turnout, particularly in the city center.

Feb 21 β€’ 16:14 UTC
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National & Local

FCT poll: APC, ADC tie in Karu polling units

In a closely contested election in the Federal Capital Territory, the APC and ADC candidates tied in voter turnout at a polling unit in Karu, Abuja.

Feb 21 β€’ 16:00 UTC
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National & Local

NSCDC praises orderly voting in FCT area council election

The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps commended the orderly conduct of voters and security personnel during the Area Council elections in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory.

Feb 21 β€’ 15:41 UTC
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National & Local

PHOTOS: Party agents hail INEC for smooth FCT council poll

Party agents have praised the Independent National Electoral Commission for the smooth conduct of the Area Council elections in the Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria, noting a moderate voter turnout and peaceful atmosphere at polling stations.

Feb 21 β€’ 14:34 UTC
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National & Local

PDP chieftain, ZLP, NNPP agents commend INEC for peaceful Abuja voting

Julius Adamu, a former PDP chairmanship aspirant, praises the Independent National Electoral Commission for the peaceful conduct of the Federal Capital Territory area council elections in Abuja.

Feb 21 β€’ 12:50 UTC
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National & Local

FCT Poll: Low voter turnout recorded in Karu

Voting in the Karu area of Abuja commenced with significant delays due to low voter turnout during the Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections.

Feb 21 β€’ 11:36 UTC
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National & Local

FCT, Kano, Rivers polls: Tinubu warns against violence, malpractices

President Bola Tinubu has urged voters and election bodies to ensure peaceful and credible elections in the Federal Capital Territory, Kano, and Rivers states, cautioning against violence and electoral malpractice.

Feb 21 β€’ 00:06 UTC
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National & Local

FCT poll: Ireti Kingibe faults Wike over curfew

Senator Ireti Kingibe has criticized Minister Nyesom Wike's curfew imposed before local elections in the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria.

Feb 20 β€’ 21:01 UTC
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National & Local

Tinubu calls for orderly conduct as FCT, Rivers, Kano vote Saturday

President Bola Tinubu has urged for peaceful and orderly elections in the Federal Capital Territory, Rivers, and Kano states, emphasizing the importance of calm and respect.

Feb 20 β€’ 16:54 UTC
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National & Local

FCT poll: 3,345 BVAS deployed, movement restricted

The Independent National Electoral Commission has deployed 3,345 Bimodal Voter Accreditation Systems for the Federal Capital Territory area councils election to ensure a transparent electoral process.

Feb 19 β€’ 00:03 UTC
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National & Local

INEC warns against vote buying ahead of FCT Poll

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of Nigeria has issued a warning against vote buying ahead of the Federal Capital Territory elections scheduled for February 21, 2026.

Feb 18 β€’ 18:33 UTC
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National & Local

FCT poll: Police deploy personnel, restrict movement

The Federal Capital Territory police have deployed personnel and imposed movement restrictions ahead of the February 21, 2026, local government elections in Abuja, Nigeria.

Feb 18 β€’ 12:07 UTC
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National & Local

PHOTOS: INEC chairman visits FCT area councils ahead of Saturday poll

The Chairman of INEC, Prof. Joash Amupitan, visited various Area Councils in the Federal Capital Territory to ensure electoral readiness for the upcoming elections.

Feb 17 β€’ 22:11 UTC
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National & Local

FCT not created for elite alone, says ex-presidential candidate

Former presidential candidate Adewole Adebayo emphasizes that the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) should be accessible to all residents, not just the elite, as he rallies support for equitable governance ahead of upcoming elections.

Feb 17 β€’ 18:58 UTC
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National & Local

FCT poll: INEC tasks transport unions on early deployment, reliable logistics

The INEC urges transport unions to ensure effective logistics and timely vehicle deployment for the Federal Capital Territory Council Election in 2026.

Feb 16 β€’ 21:08 UTC
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National & Local

Nigeria: FCT Police Arrest 13 Suspected Armed Robbers

The police in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory arrested 13 armed robbery suspects during a digital-driven operation aided by a forensics firm.

Feb 16 β€’ 16:09 UTC
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National & Local

Court ruling barring VIO applies only to FCT, Lagos clarifies

The Lagos State Government has stated that a recent court ruling regarding Vehicle Inspection Officers' authority only applies to the Federal Capital Territory and not Lagos.

Feb 16 β€’ 09:11 UTC
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National & Local

Wike optimistic as Abuja road projects near completion

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, anticipates the completion of key road projects connecting Abuja Airport to Kuje and Gwagwalada by June 2026, highlighting their impact on local travel efficiency.

Feb 11 β€’ 16:36 UTC
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National & Local

FCT council boss earmarks N30.6bn for 2026 appropriation

The Chairman of Bwari Area Council in Nigeria presented a budget of N30.6 billion for 2026 focused on completing ongoing projects and ensuring smooth transition for the incoming administration.

Feb 11 β€’ 13:51 UTC
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National & Local

VIDEO: Wike unveils new radio station in Rivers

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has launched a new radio station, Majority FM 89.5, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, as part of political mobilization efforts ahead of the 2027 elections.

Feb 8 β€’ 12:02 UTC
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National & Local

Police move to prevent clash at Abuja PDP secretariat

The Federal Capital Territory Police Command plans to deploy personnel to avert potential clashes between rival factions of the Peoples Democratic Party as the party’s national secretariat is set to reopen.

Feb 8 β€’ 00:39 UTC
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National & Local

INEC conducts mock accreditation ahead of FCT council polls

The Independent National Electoral Commission conducted a mock accreditation exercise in preparation for the upcoming Area Council elections in the Federal Capital Territory.

Feb 7 β€’ 16:43 UTC
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National & Local

Reps query FCT council chairs over N100bn financial breaches

The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee has summoned the chairmen of the six Area Councils in the Federal Capital Territory to address alleged financial breaches exceeding N100 billion, threatening arrest for noncompliance.

Feb 7 β€’ 00:00 UTC
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National & Local

Wike inspects satellite town roads, promises completion

Minister Nyesom Wike has promised that ongoing road development in satellite towns of Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory will be completed, highlighting a directive from President Bola Tinubu.

Feb 6 β€’ 18:40 UTC

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