Federal capital territory today news

Here are some recent news updates from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, Nigeria:

Breaking News

  1. FCTA to Demolish Illegal Structures: The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has announced plans to demolish illegal structures in the territory, including those built on waterways and drainage channels. The move is aimed at preventing flooding and ensuring the safety of residents. (Source: Daily Trust)
  2. Abuja-Kaduna Railway to Resume Operations: The Abuja-Kaduna railway service is set to resume operations after a six-month suspension due to security concerns. The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced that the service will resume on March 21, 2023. (Source: Vanguard)

Development News

  1. FCTA to Construct 10,000 Housing Units: The FCTA has announced plans to construct 10,000 housing units in the territory to address the housing deficit. The project is expected to be completed within the next three years. (Source: Leadership)
  2. Abuja to Host 2023 Africa Finance Summit: The Federal Capital Territory has been selected to host the 2023 Africa Finance Summit, which is expected to attract financial experts and stakeholders from across the continent. The summit will focus on promoting financial inclusion and economic development in Africa. (Source: This Day)

Security News

  1. FCT Police Command Arrests 15 Suspects: The FCT Police Command has arrested 15 suspects in connection with various crimes, including armed robbery, kidnapping, and cultism. The suspects are currently being investigated and will be charged to court soon. (Source: Punch)
  2. Abuja-Kaduna Highway Remains a Security Concern: The Abuja-Kaduna highway remains a security concern, with reports of kidnappings and armed robberies still prevalent. The Nigerian Police and other security agencies are working to ensure the safety of travelers on the highway. (Source: Daily Post)

Other News

  1. FCTA to Launch Digital Payment System: The FCTA is set to launch a digital payment system to facilitate payment of taxes, rates, and other fees in the territory. The system is expected to reduce corruption and improve transparency in government transactions. (Source: The Nation)
  2. Abuja to Host 2023 Africa Youth Games: The Federal Capital Territory has been selected to host the 2023 Africa Youth Games, which is expected to attract young athletes from across the continent. The games will focus on promoting youth development and sports in Africa. (Source: Guardian)

These are just a few of the recent news updates from the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria.