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Rescue teams pulled a construction worker alive from collapsed building debris nine hours after a three-story structure fell in Abuja, Nigeria. The survivor received immediate medical care as part of a government directive offering free treatment to all victims.
A Nigerian government official is hosting a wedding ceremony for five sons and four daughters simultaneously at Abuja's Central Mosque on February 6. The mass celebration showcases a unique family milestone that's captured widespread attention across social media.
Five kidnapped residents of Abuja walked free after police led a daring nighttime rescue operation that took down their captors. The successful mission shows coordinated law enforcement working to protect communities from violent crime.
President Tinubu commissioned a fully rehabilitated 16-kilometer road connecting major Abuja markets and neighborhoods, ending years of difficult travel. During the celebration, he approved construction of another road after residents displayed banners requesting help.
Junior high students across Nigeria's capital designed innovative model cities to solve real environmental challenges. Seven schools competed to reimagine urban development with sustainability at its heart.
Two major labor unions are rallying thousands to support federal workers who haven't been paid in weeks. The peaceful demonstration shows how solidarity can amplify workers' voices when individual protests fall short.
After a young influencer's death from snakebite sparked public outcry, Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory confirms all public hospitals are fully stocked with lifesaving antivenom and announces stricter enforcement of emergency protocols.
Security forces in Nigeria's capital stopped a dangerous shipment of illegal ammunition from reaching unknown hands. The swift operation shows how intelligence-led policing is making communities safer across West Africa.
A brand-new shopping complex in Nigeria's capital is bringing 500 jobs and fresh economic opportunity after being rescued from abandonment. The project didn't cost taxpayers a dime.
Africa's most ambitious tech startups now have a shot at $1 million and global recognition through a major pitch competition coming to Nigeria's capital. The Startup World Cup is opening its doors in Abuja, giving African innovators a direct path to international investors and partnerships.
The world's biggest startup competition is coming to Africa, giving entrepreneurs a shot at $1 million and global recognition. Applications are now open for the Startup World Cup regional finals in Abuja, Nigeria.
Nigeria's ruling party distributed cash and food to hundreds of people with disabilities in Abuja, reaffirming its commitment to inclusion. The initiative aims to provide relief while promoting greater participation of PWDs in political and national life.
An Abuja-based studio is empowering African creators to own their stories using AI tools, training over 500 filmmakers across five countries. SAB Studios is building the next chapter of African storytelling where the barriers to entry are lower and the distribution is global.
Nigerian students are becoming health ambassadors in their communities through a new program that teaches them about nutrition, hygiene, and vaccines. The initiative brings together education and health agencies to empower young people as leaders of wellness.
Thousands of Nigerian students completed their university entrance exams this week with zero technical glitches and organized processes at testing centers across Abuja. The smooth rollout marks a major win for education access in Africa's most populous nation.
A police-led rescue operation in Nigeria's capital freed five kidnapping victims and dismantled a criminal network. The coordinated effort shows what's possible when law enforcement and communities work together.
Nigeria dominated the 2026 African Cycling Championships on home soil, capturing 16 medals including nine golds to lead the continental standings. The performance marks a major milestone for West African cycling in front of enthusiastic crowds at Abuja's national velodrome.
After a $65 million loan was stolen and a promised housing project vanished, Nigeria's anti-corruption agency just won the land back and handed it to the Federal Mortgage Bank to finally build homes for families. Construction starts soon on nearly 1,000 affordable housing units in Abuja.
Nigeria's capital is seeing less plastic pile up at its largest dump site, thanks to a community-driven recycling program that's turning trash into jobs. Young innovators are now transforming discarded plastics into furniture, jewelry, and income.
After a tragic snakebite death sparked concern, Nigeria's capital has confirmed all public hospitals now have full antivenom supplies ready for emergencies. The city is also rolling out better ambulances and safety education to prevent future tragedies.
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