FCTA’s Modern Sports Centres: Investing in Youth, Strengthening Security, and Transforming Abuja

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By Dr. Jumai Ahmadu The ongoing transformation of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) under the leadership of the Honourable Minister, Barrister Nyesom Wike, continues to redefine the landscape of Nigeria’s capital city. While the administration has earned widespread commendation for its unprecedented investments in the provision critical infrastructure, another landmark initiative is steadily taking shape , the development of two state-of-the-art multi-event sports centres. Approved during the 11th FCT Executive Council Meeting in December 2024, the project underscores the administration’s commitment to holistic development by recognising sports as a powerful…

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“Consult Nigerians first, build consensus before State Police” – Shari’ah Council urges Tinubu, National/State Assemblies

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Shari'ah Council urges Tinubu

The Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria (SCSN) has urged the Federal Government and the 10th National Assembly not to rush the proposed establishment of state police, warning that wider national consultations must take place before any constitutional amendment is approved. In a statement issued by its Secretary-General, Nafi’u Ahmad, the Council acknowledged that Nigeria’s worsening insecurity requires urgent action but argued that state police should not be seen as a quick solution to the country’s security challenges. According to the Council, the current security crisis is largely driven by…

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LibertyTVR to go off National Grid, as Ramalan activates solar farm

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LibertyTVR to go off Grid

Aminu Imam Liberty TVR is set to disconnect its Abuja headquarters from the national electricity grid this August after activating its Solar Farm Power System to provide uninterrupted electricity for its operations. Chairman of Liberty TVR, Alhaji (Dr.) Ahmed Tijjani Ramalan, announced the development following the activation of the solar facility on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Ramalan said the initiative is part of the Board and Management’s strategic commitment to ensuring a reliable 24-hour power supply for the station’s broadcast operations while reducing dependence on Nigeria’s unstable public electricity supply.…

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New Anti-Tinubu coalition: G-100, moves to broker single opposition candidate for 2027

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New Anti Tinubu coalition

…Summons Atiku, Obi, others to National Council of Opposition Leaders An anti-Bola Tinubu coalition of 100 Nigerians, under the aegis of ‘G-100’, has called on leaders of the opposition to unite behind a single presidential candidate ahead of the 2027 general election, warning that a divided opposition cannot defeat what it described as a consolidating ruling party. In an open letter, titled: ‘The Doctrine of a Necessary Democratic Opposition’, the group said it would convene a National Council of Opposition Leaders within two weeks, where every aspirant would be confronted…

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Katsina: One killed, 31 abducted in fresh bandits attack on community

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Katsina fresh bandit attack

One person, identified as Ashiru Siyudi, has been killed and about 31 people, mostly women, abducted after dozens of suspected bandits invaded Shuwaki community in Jargaba Ward, of Bakori local government area of Katsina State. The attackers, who reportedly stormed the community on Saturday night, also rustled an unspecified number of livestock and carted away food items and other valuables during the attack. According to residents who spoke to newsmen, the bandits operated for several hours under the cover of darkness, shooting indiscriminately, assaulting residents and moving from house to…

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2027: “Amaechi not a political asset to Atiku” – Wike

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Wike on Amaechi

…Says he couldn’t deliver 25% for Buhari in Rivers Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, says Rotimi Amaechi, vice-presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), will not be a political asset to Atiku Abubakar in the 2027 elections.  Amaechi lost the ADC presidential ticket to Atiku during the party’s primary in May. Shortly after the primary, the ADC named the former governor of Rivers as Atiku’s running mate for the 2027 elections. The ADC spokesperson, Bolaji Abdullahi, said in a statement Amaechi that, as one of…

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Atiku slams Presidency over attack on Catholic bishops

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Atiku slams Presidency

…Defends Cardinal Onaiyekan Former Vice-President and Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has criticised the Presidency over its response to comments made by Cardinal John Onaiyekan, accusing the Tinubu administration of showing increasing hostility toward dissenting voices instead of addressing the concerns raised by respected national figures. In a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku described the Presidency’s reaction to the Catholic Church and Cardinal Onaiyekan as inappropriate, arguing that the focus should have been on the issues highlighted…

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2027: Coalition petitions Trump, US Congress over Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket

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Coalition petitions Trump on Muslim Muslim ticket

A coalition of Christian groups and human rights organisations has petitioned United States President, Donald Trump, the US Congress and diplomatic missions accredited to Nigeria, urging them to intervene against the continuation of a Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket in the 2027 general election, claiming it could worsen insecurity and deepen the marginalisation of Christians. The petition, submitted by the Christian Youth Alliance of Nigeria (CYAN), was made available to journalists in Jos on Sunday. It was signed by the group’s Chairman, Zariyi Yusuf Madaki; Secretary, Nasiru Jagaba; Luka Binniyat; Steven Kefas;…

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“Kaduna’s Forest Guard training best in Nigeria” – NSA

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NSA on Kaduna's Forest Guard

…As Gov. seeks 1,000 more recruits The National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribaɗu, has said the growing collaboration between the Federal Government and the Kaduna State Government is delivering tangible results in the fight against insecurity, describing Kaduna’s Armed Forest Guard training programme as the best conducted in the country. Ribadu made the remarks on Saturday at the graduation ceremony of the pioneer batch of Armed Forest Guards in Kaduna. He was represented by the Director of Internal Security at the Office of the National Security Adviser, Malam Sani Sani.…

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“Choosing Atiku as my running mate’s the biggest mistake of my life” – Obasanjo

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Obasanjo on Atiku

…“I clothed, fed you; chose Nigeria over you” – Atiku replies Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has described his decision to choose Atiku Abubakar as his running mate in the 1999 presidential election as the greatest political mistake of his life, prompting a strong rebuttal from the former vice president, who accused his ex-boss of attempting to rewrite history out of bitterness over the failed third-term agenda. Obasanjo made the remark on Friday in Lagos, during a fireside chat with veteran entertainer and activist Charly Boy at the unveiling of Charly…

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