Bwari council chairman promises tractors to boost farmers’ productivity Agriculture By Veronica Dariya The Chairman of Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Joshua Ishaku, has promised to provide tractors and other implements to enhance agricultural production in the council. The chairman made the promise on ThursdayContinue Reading
Media group hails Oloyede, describes his tenure as extraordinary Award By Veronica Dariya The Media and Civil Society Group for the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has described Prof.`Isha’q Oloyede’s tenure as outgoing Registrar as “outstanding and extraordinary.” The group’s representative, Dr Akinreti Qasim, stated this when he presentedContinue Reading
Residents seek improved sports facilities to boost development in Gwagwalada Sports By Judge Adejoh Some residents of Gwagwalada Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have called for improved sports facilities, regular competitions, and greater investment in grassroots sports to boost youth development. The residents made the call inContinue Reading
“Baba Oyo’: How tribal marks turned my childhood into a battle – Journalist By Agnes Bature Nicknamed “Baba Oyo” by his classmates at the Nigerian Institute of Journalism, Dr Wale Sadeeq carried more than tribal marks on his face. The scars became a constant reminder of ridicule and exclusion. AmongContinue Reading
‘Olodo Uprising’: Students urge more support for excellence Academic By Titilayo Adesina Abuja, July 15, 2026 (NAN) Students of Yakubu Gowon University have urged stakeholders to give more recognition and support to academic excellence. They said the viral “Olodo Uprising” trend on social media highlights the need to celebrate knowledge, innovation,Continue Reading
Insecurity forces Gwagwalada residents to rethink daily routines By Titilayo Adesina Rising insecurity in Gwagwalada Area Council has forced residents to adopt new safety measures and become more vigilant, as many say their daily routines have been disrupted. The residents spoke in separate interviews with the News AgencyContinue Reading
Divorce celebration undermines marriage sanctity, discourages reconciliation By Charity Nwosu/Anita Uzoagba The growing trend of divorce freedom parties is sparking outrage across Nigeria, with many warning that celebrating breakups undermines marriage sanctity and shuts the door on reconciliation. Some Nigerians made their views known in separate interviews with the NewsContinue Reading
Residents urge government action as insecurity disrupts life in FCT community By Grateful Ogbo/Amen Gajira Bwari (Abuja) July 13, 2026 (NAN) Residents of Byazhin in Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have called for urgent government intervention to address growing insecurity in their community. The residents madeContinue Reading
By Uche Bibilari TAF Africa, the All-Rights Foundation, has underscored the need to intensify efforts to mobilise Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in underserved communities for inclusive electoral participation and voter registration. The Assistant Programme Manager, TAF Africa, Mr George Anwayi, said this during TAF Africa Continuous Voter Registration (CVR)Continue Reading
Gwagwalada traders seek area council support to strengthen fire safety By Titilayo Adesina/Uche Bibilari The Chairman of the Gwagwalada Market Traders Association, Mr Aminu Bakinruwa, has appealed to the Gwagwalada Area Council to support the association’s efforts to prevent fire outbreaks in markets. Bakinruwa made the appeal in an interviewContinue Reading
