90 m. ago Jabi Lake shutdown: FCTA’s closure threatens lives, survival of struggling Abuja community

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At the break of dawn, Jabi Lake in Abuja usually awakens with a lively pulse. By 6 a.m., the once quiet space transforms into a buzzing hub where joggers chase their daily goal of 10,000 steps, vendors set up small stalls, and families share quality time. For many, this place isn’t […] The post Jabi Lake shutdown: FCTA’s closure threatens lives, survival of struggling Abuja community appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago FCTA approves firm to attract N11tn revenue through tourism in Dec

From Charity Nwakaudu Abuja The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has commissioned a Nigerian firm to attract an estimated N11 trillion in annual revenue through tourism in the nation’s capital. Imoh Ebong, the chairman of Groovy December, disclosed this in Abuja yesterday. He added that the firm was working with the Federal Government’s agencies led […] The post FCTA approves firm to attract N11tn revenue through tourism in Dec appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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57 h. ago FCTA denies alleged demolition of public park, intensifies hotspots’ clean

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has denied claims circulating in a viral video that its officials destroyed a public park in Abuja. It insisted that the ongoing city sanitation exercise targeted only illegal makeshift structures, not the park itself. The video triggered widespread concern, prompting the FCTA to provide a […] The post FCTA denies alleged demolition of public park, intensifies hotspots’ clean-up in UTC area appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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66 h. ago FCTA dismisses viral video allegations, explains reclamation of railway corridor, preservation of public park

 • intensifies hotspots clean-up in UTC area From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has strongly refuted claims circulating in a viral video that allege its officials destroyed a public park in Abuja. The administration insists that the ongoing city sanitation exercise targeted only illegal makeshift structures, not the park itself. […] The post FCTA dismisses viral video allegations, explains reclamation of railway corridor, preservation of public park appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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67 h. ago FCTA intensifies city sanitation, raids criminal hideouts in Abuja

Tribune Online FCTA intensifies city sanitation, raids criminal hideouts in Abuja He stated that notices were served as far back as October 2023, with subsequent notices in 2024 and February 2025.... FCTA intensifies city sanitation, raids criminal hideouts in Abuja Tribune Online

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3 d. ago FCTA to sustain raid on criminal hideouts in Abuja — Wike’s aide

Tribune Online FCTA to sustain raid on criminal hideouts in Abuja — Wike’s aide The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has assured that clearing of shanties and parks serving as FCTA to sustain raid on criminal hideouts in Abuja — Wike’s aide Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Police Arrest Suspected Robbers, Recover SUV, Firearms In Delta

Operatives of the Delta State Police Command has arrested suspected armed robbers, recovered a stolen Mercedes Benz GLK, dangerous firearms and stolen valuables. The suspect, identified as Chinedu Eze, was apprehended while attempting to sell the vehicle to an unsuspecting buyer. The operations, carried out between August 4 and 5, 2025, were led by the […]

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3 d. ago FCTA vows relentless crackdown on criminal hideouts across Abuja

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has reaffirmed its commitment to ongoing efforts to clear shanties and parks used as hideouts by criminals within the Federal Capital City (FCC). This follow-up to last week’s enforcement action highlights a sustained campaign against illicit activities that threaten public safety and the capital’s image. […] The post FCTA vows relentless crackdown on criminal hideouts across Abuja appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago FCTA launches procurement process for new sanitation services contractor

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has initiated the procurement process to award contracts for waste collection, evacuation, and disposal services in the satellite towns. The Coordinator, Satellite Towns Development Department, Abdulkadir Zulkifku, made this disclosure during a waste evacuation exercise in Karu, in the Abuja Municipal Area Council. Zulkiflu noted that […] The post FCTA launches procurement process for new sanitation services contractor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago FCTA begins procurement process for waste collection contractors

Tribune Online FCTA begins procurement process for waste collection contractors Reprieve has come to residents of satellite towns in the nation's capital, Abuja, as the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has begun procurement processes for the award of contracts for waste collection, evacuation, and disposal in the satellite towns. FCTA begins procurement process for waste collection contractors Tribune Online

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7 d. ago FCT authorities demolished criminals’ hideouts, impound 20 vehicles

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a sweeping operation targeting illegal settlements in the heart of Abuja, the city’s Development Control Department, Security Services, and Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO) have cleared an area described as a major threat to the capital’s security and aesthetic standards. Officials say the exercise, which involved removing illicit structures, impounding vehicles, […] The post FCT authorities demolished criminals’ hideouts, impound 20 vehicles appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago FCT authorities demolish criminals’ hideouts, impound 20 vehicles

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a sweeping operation targeting illegal settlements in the heart of Abuja, the city’s Development Control Department, Security Services, and Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO) have cleared an area described as a major threat to the capital’s security and aesthetic standards. Officials say the exercise, which involved removing illicit structures, impounding vehicles, […] The post FCT authorities demolish criminals’ hideouts, impound 20 vehicles appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Operation Sweep Abuja: FCTA impounds 20 vehicles, recovers ‘dangerous’ weapons

Tribune Online Operation Sweep Abuja: FCTA impounds 20 vehicles, recovers ‘dangerous’ weapons We have been able to identify a location that somehow poses a lot of challenge to the city's security and then the city's aesthetic quality... Operation Sweep Abuja: FCTA impounds 20 vehicles, recovers ‘dangerous’ weapons Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Abuja authorities dismantle criminal hideout, seize 20 vehicles

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a sweeping operation targeting illegal settlements in the heart of Abuja, the city’s Development Control Department, Security Services, and Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO) have cleared an area described as a major threat to the capital’s security and aesthetic standards. Officials say the exercise, which involved removing illicit structures, impounding vehicles, […] The post Abuja authorities dismantle criminal hideout, seize 20 vehicles appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago FCT cracks down on illegal mining, amid broader security sweep

To clamp down on traffic offenders driving one way, says they are on suicide mission By Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has disclosed that the ongoing security operations in the territory are targeting illegal mining activities alongside other pressing urban security challenges. Speaking at a security meeting in Life Camp, FCT […] The post FCT cracks down on illegal mining, amid broader security sweep appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago FCTA: Wike addresses land revocations and devt plans in Abuja

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has explained the recent revocation of land at Abuja Technology Village as necessary to enable the new Abuja City Walk project, inspired by Dubai’s City Walk. During his media briefing on August 4, 2025, he criticized the investors at Abuja Technology Village for […] The post FCTA: Wike addresses land revocations and devt plans in Abuja appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Lagos Govt Impounds 10 Trucks For Violating Third Mainland Bridge Restrictions

The Lagos State Government has impounded 10 articulated vehicles and heavy-duty trucks for flouting access restrictions on the Third Mainland Bridge. The enforcement was carried out by a special task force set up to monitor and enforce compliance with established regulations concerning restricted routes in the state. This was disclosed in a statement on Sunday […] The post Lagos Govt Impounds 10 Trucks For Violating Third Mainland Bridge Restrictions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Niger: Police arrest notorious robbery suspects, recover weapons, cannabis

Tribune Online Niger: Police arrest notorious robbery suspects, recover weapons, cannabis The Niger State Police Command has announced the arrest of notorious thuggery/robbery suspects with recovery of dangerous weapons and cannabis. Niger: Police arrest notorious robbery suspects, recover weapons, cannabis Tribune Online

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4 w. ago FCT taskforce impounds 280 vehicles, motorcycles for aiding crime

Tribune Online FCT taskforce impounds 280 vehicles, motorcycles for aiding crime The operation, which began at Area 3 Junction and Area 1 Roundabout, was later expanded to the busy AYA Roundabout. FCT taskforce impounds 280 vehicles, motorcycles for aiding crime Tribune Online

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4 w. ago Operation Sweep Abuja Clean: FCTA seizes over 280 vehicles to curb insecurity

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a decisive move to curb crime and illegal transport activities, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has confiscated more than 280 vehicles, including cars, motorcycles, and tricycles, during a large-scale security sweep across Abuja. The campaign, named Operation Sweep Abuja Clean, was initiated by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, who stressed […] The post Operation Sweep Abuja Clean: FCTA seizes over 280 vehicles to curb insecurity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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