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FCT

Tinubu Asks Lawmakers To Fast-track Approval For FCT Budget

President Bola Tinubu has presented the 2026 statutory budget proposal for the Federal Capital Territory Administration, FCTA, to the House of Representatives for consideration and approval. In a letter read during plenary by the Speaker of House, Dr Abbas Tajudeen, President Tinubu said the proposal was prepared by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory in accordance with Sections 121 and 299 of the 1999 Constitution, as amended. The president […]

todayMarch 11, 2026

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General

Edun Bags African Woman Of Impact Award

Public health planning expert and co-founder of Lokoja Dialogues, Mrs. Adwoa Edun, has been honoured with the African Woman of Impact Award for her work in promoting water resilience and climate action across Nigeria. At the occasion in Abuja, Mrs. Edun expressed heartfelt appreciation to the Arise News team for the recognition and dedicated the honour to the members of the Lokoja Dialogues Team, whose collective efforts continue to spark […]

todayMarch 11, 2026

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Election

INEC Reaffirms Collaboration With NAF For Credible Elections

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC says it will continue to collaborate with the Nigerian Air Force, NAF, to ensure credible, secure and well-coordinated elections across the country. INEC Chairman Professor Joash Amupitan stated this while receiving the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, and his delegation to the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja. The INEC chairman said the visit was a step in strengthening cooperation between both […]

todayMarch 11, 2026

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Education

Abaji Science and Technology University Will Commence Under Tinubu – Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr. Nyesom Wike, has assured residents of the FCT that the University of Science and Technology in Abaji will begin operations during the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Wike gave the assurance on Tuesday in Abaji while thanking residents for supporting Tinubu’s candidates in the FCT Area Council election. "You came out in large numbers and delivered 133 of the 135 polling […]

todayMarch 11, 2026

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Featured

Businesses Brace For Inflation Surge As Petrol Hits N1,300/ltr

As petrol prices jumped to about N1,300 per litre in various parts of Nigeria on Monday, businesses across the country are beginning to prepare for a sharp rise in their operational costs. This was confirmed by economists and the Organised Private Sector, who warned that the hike could fuel inflationary pressures, affecting goods and services, while companies scramble to adjust budgets and pricing strategies to cushion the impact on consumers. […]

todayMarch 10, 2026

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Local

IWD : Kogi Governor’s Wife Seeks More Commitment For Gender Equality

The wife of the Governor of Kogi State, Hajia Sefinat Usman Ododo, has called for greater commitment to advancing gender equality in Nigeria. The Governor's wife who made the call at a program in Lokoja to mark the International Women’s Day, themed "Give to Gain," stressed that achieving meaningful progress in gender equality demands consistent efforts from all sectors of society. Hajiya Ododo highlighted the necessity of investing time, resources, […]

todayMarch 9, 2026

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FCT

Wike Upgrades Kwali Traditional Ruler To First-Class Chief

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has announced the upgrade of the Kwali traditional ruler to a First-Class Chief, while also promising key infrastructure road projects for the area. Speaking during a thank-you visit to Kwali Area Council, the minister said the decision followed the community’s support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Wike explained that the visit was on behalf of the president to appreciate the […]

todayMarch 9, 2026

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National

Nigeria Domesticates Kampala Convention As Tinubu Signs IDP Protection Law

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed into law a bill domesticating the African Union Convention for the Protection and Assistance of Internally Displaced Persons, aimed at strengthening the protection and assistance of internally displaced persons, IDPs, in Nigeria. The legislation, sponsored by Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Benjamin Okezie Kalu and co-sponsored by six lawmakers, received a presidential assent in February 2026. The law provides a legal and […]

todayMarch 9, 2026

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FCT

​Maikalangu Appoints New MD, AMAC- Investment Company

The Executive Chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Christopher Zakka Maikalangu, has approved the appointment of Dangana Danjuma Jimiko as the Managing Director (MD) of the AMAC Investment and Property Development Company (AMAC-IPDC). This is contained in a statement issued to newsmen in Abuja, by the Senior Special Assistant on Media and Public Affairs Comrade, Kingsley Madaki. According to the statement, with the new appointment, the Executive Chairman […]

todayMarch 9, 2026