Abuja news this morning

Here are some of the top news stories from Abuja, Nigeria this morning:

  1. FG Approves N10.8bn for Abuja-Kaduna Railway Project: The Federal Government has approved N10.8 billion for the construction of the Abuja-Kaduna railway project. The project is expected to be completed in 2023. (Source: Daily Trust)
  2. Abuja Records 12 New Cases of COVID-19: The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has recorded 12 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the territory to 2,444. (Source: The Nation)
  3. Nigerian Army Promotes 3,000 Officers: The Nigerian Army has promoted 3,000 officers, including 12 brigadier-generals, 24 colonels, and 45 lieutenant-colonels. (Source: Leadership)
  4. Abuja Residents Protest Over Poor Road Condition: Residents of Abuja have protested over the poor condition of roads in the city, calling on the government to fix the roads. (Source: Vanguard)
  5. FCTA to Demolish Illegal Structures in Abuja: The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has announced plans to demolish illegal structures in Abuja, including shanties and unapproved buildings. (Source: This Day)
  6. Abuja International Film Festival to Hold in October: The Abuja International Film Festival (AIFF) is set to hold in October, with a focus on promoting Nigerian cinema and showcasing films from around the world. (Source: The Guardian)
  7. Nigerian Air Force to Establish Base in Abuja: The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is set to establish a new base in Abuja, which will serve as a hub for its operations in the country. (Source: Daily Independent)

These are just a few of the top news stories from Abuja this morning.