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A march for peace, love

A march for peace, love

Nigerian youths recently joined their counterparts in other countries to celebrate the annual United Nations (UN) International Day of Peace. CAEB ONWE reports   On September 21, youths within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT )…

Just before the hammer fell on SARS

Just before the hammer fell on SARS

The nationwide EndSARSNow protest by Nigerians hit the streets of Abuja at the weekend as activists and celebrities stormed Police Force Headquarters. CALEB ONWE reports     The Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) was said to…

An Independence gift for UniAbuja

An Independence gift for UniAbuja

On October 1, Nigeria’s Independence Anniversary, the University of Abuja benefitted from the kind gesture of the Chinese government as China was also celebrating same day. REGINA OTOKPA reports   Nigeria’s 60th year Independence Day…

Give a thought for the old

Give a thought for the old

    The world recently marked the 30th anniversary of the International Day of Old Persons. It was an occasion that highlighted the disproportionate and severe impact the COVID-19 pandemic has wrought on older persons…

Taking women’s quest for inclusion to another level

Taking women’s quest for inclusion to another level

  Women have always pushed for equal rights and opportunities in Nigeria and around the world. Recently, some of them mobilised bigwigs in politics to brainstorm on how their views could be fully captured in…

Making pilgrimages relevant to national development

Making pilgrimages relevant to national development

The Nigeria Christian Pilgrims Commission (NCPC) has been on the radar in recent weeks, strengthening collaboration with various state governments and other stakeholders to make pilgrimages to the Holy Land more meaningful. REGINA OTOKPA reports…

Artificial Intelligence debuts in Abuja

Artificial Intelligence debuts in Abuja

Recently, the National Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Centre also known as BREDHUB, was unveiled in Abuja. REGINA OTOKPA captured the event   Since its first founded as an academic discipline in 1955, Artificial Intelligence (AI)…

Insecurity: FCTA pulls down shanties, criminals’ hideouts

Insecurity: FCTA pulls down shanties, criminals’ hideouts

  The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) recently embarked on massive demolition of squatter communities within the city, alleging that many of them have been turned to safe havens for criminals. CALEB ONWE reports  …

Reopening schools amidst cheers, fears

Reopening schools amidst cheers, fears

  The decision of the Federal Government to reopen schools after over six months of lockdown to contain the spread of COVID-19 pandemic has raised mixed reactions amongst parents and teachers. DEBORAH OCHENI reports  …

Many challenges of Abuja’s housing estates

Many challenges of Abuja’s housing estates

  Finding a comfortable and affordable shelter in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja is a Herculean task. Even when you scale these two hurdles, the location of your accommodation in relation to flooding and safety…