Inside Cameroon’s Election: Can 43 Years of Power Finally Be Challenged?
Vote counting is underway in Cameroon following Sunday’s presidential election, where 92-year-old Paul Biya, the world’s oldest head of state, seeks to extend his 43-year rule. The election, which has drawn global attention, pits Biya against nine challengers, including former ally Issa Tchiroma Bakary, who now claims to have won. According to Interior Minister Paul […]
FCT, NPHCDA Strengthen Measles–Rubella Vaccination Drive Across Nigeria
In a joint effort that underscores the power of collaboration in safeguarding children’s health, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) and the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) have taken their renewed commitment to the field — monitoring the progress of the ongoing Measles–Rubella (MRM) Vaccination Campaign across Nigeria. Over the weekend, the Mandate […]
Abuja at 50: Wike Promises Infrastructure Revolution to Position Nigeria’s Capital Among Global Modern Cities
As Abuja approaches its 50th anniversary in 2026, Nigeria’s Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike, has announced plans for what he describes as an unprecedented infrastructure revolution that will redefine the city’s urban identity and economic potential. Speaking during the flag-off of the construction of Collector Road CN2 (Emmanuel I. Ogala […]
Nigeria’s Economy Shows Recovery Signs, Yet 139 Million Remain in Poverty — World Bank Report
Nigeria has made significant strides in stabilizing its economy through bold policy reforms, but living standards remain under pressure as food inflation and poverty continue to rise, according to the latest Nigeria Development Update (NDU) released by the World Bank on Wednesday. The report commended the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for its “bold […]
Nigeria’s Internally Generated Revenue Surges by Nearly 50% as Lagos, Rivers, and FCT Lead in 2024
Nigeria recorded a remarkable fiscal leap in 2024, as its Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) rose year-on-year by 49.7 percent, reaching ₦3.63 trillion compared to ₦2.43 trillion in 2023. According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) report, Lagos, Rivers, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) maintained their lead as Nigeria’s top-performing subnational economies — generating […]
SelectUSA Opens Registration for 2026 Investment Summit in Washington, D.C.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has announced that registration is now open for the 2026 SelectUSA Investment Summit, scheduled to take place from May 3–6, 2026 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland. Widely regarded as the premier global event for promoting foreign direct investment (FDI) in the United States, […]
Nigeria’s FCT Pilgrims Board Sets 2026 Hajj Fare Amid Global Preparations
As Muslim communities around the world intensify preparations for the 2026 Hajj, the Federal Capital Territory Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board (FCT-MPWB), Abuja, has released the approved fare for intending pilgrims from Nigeria’s capital city. The cost has been pegged at ₦8,244,813.67 (approximately USD 5,400 at prevailing exchange rates). In a statement, the Director of the […]
WADHI Backs Historic Bills to End Women’s Underrepresentation in Nigerian Politics
Abuja, Nigeria – Women Arise Development and Humanitarian Initiative (WADHI) is taking center stage in the campaign for two landmark reforms—the Reserved Seat for Women Bill and the Independent Candidacy Bill—currently under public hearing at Nigeria’s National Assembly. According to WADHI, these bills are historic interventions that could reshape Nigeria’s political and governance structures, where […]
Ebola Scare in Abuja: What It Reveals About Global Health Preparedness
Abuja has been gripped by rumours of an Ebola outbreak. For many residents, the whispers evoked painful memories of the 2014 West African crisis that claimed over 11,000 lives. But this time, the story took a different turn: the suspected case in Nigeria’s capital tested negative for both Ebola and Marburg. Dr. Dolapo Fasawe, Mandate […]
Naidcare Calls for Increased Awareness, Support for Alzheimer’s in Nigeria
As the world prepares to mark the 2025 World Alzheimer’s Day, Naidcare, a professional care services agency, has called for greater awareness and support for persons living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and across Nigeria. Speaking at a media chat over the weekend, Senior Executive and Head of […]
