FCT EXCO APPROVES CONTRACTS FOR FCT IRS AND DEVELOPMENT CONTROL DEPARTMENT
…CLARIFY ISSUES ON GROUND RENT REVOCATIONS
The Federal Capital Territory Executive Committee (EXCO) convened on Wednesday, March 18, 2025 at the official residence of the FCT Minister in Life Camp, Abuja, where several critical contracts totaling the sum of N2,183,399,860 were approved…
FCT MINISTER RECEIVES CHINESE AMBASSADOR, DISCUSS ENHANCED BILATERAL COOPERATION
The Honourable Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barrister Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, today received the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, H.E Yu Dunhai marking a significant step towards strengthening bilateral relations between Nigeria and China, particularly within the FCT…
UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT GOVERNING COUNCIL PAYS COURTESY VISIT TO FCT MINISTER
…COMMENDS HIS OUTSTANDING SERVICE AND CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE INSTITUTION
The Governing Council of the University of Port Harcourt, led by Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Senator Mao Ohuabunwa, paid a courtesy visit to the Honourable Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, at his official residence in Life Camp, Abuja, on Monday, March 17, 2025…
…Says agreements reached in Lombardy will provide youth employment, boost FCT economy
The FCT Minister, Barr. Ezenwo Nyesom Wike returned to Abuja on Monday, March 10, 2025, following a productive visit to Italy, where he solidified bilateral cooperation with the Lombardy Regional government in Italy…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, arrived in Milan, Italy, today, ahead of a series of official engagements, particularly meeting with the President of Lombardy Region, Attilio Fontana.
The Minister’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, said in a statement in Milan, on Wednesday, that Wike departed Abuja on Tuesday night, and arrived in Milan at about 4:30am today, and was received by the Charge d’Affairs of the Embassy of Nigeria in Italy, Ambassador Mustapha Mohammed.
He said “while in Milan, the FCT Minister will hold a meeting with the President of Lombardy Region on Thursday, and also meet agribusiness investors.”
Lombardy is adjudged as the first region of Italy in terms of economic importance, with population of about 10 million people. It is the second most populous region of the European Union (EU) and the second region of the European Union by nominal Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
“The FCT Minister’s meeting with Attilio Fontana will center on seeking collaboration and evaluating possible prospects in the areas of Agriculture and Vocational Education, as well as strategic development partners with the Lombardy Region.
“Subsequently, Wike will meet investors in agribusiness and experts in vocational training, with a view to unlock new opportunities.
“The FCT Mandate Secretaries for Education, Dr. Danlami Hayyo and Mandate Secretary for Agriculture and Rural Development, Lawan Geidam, as well as Senior Special Assistant on Administration, Dr. Udo Samuel Atang and Senior Special Assistant on Legal and Multilateral Cooperation, Barrister Benedict Daudu, accompanied the Minister on the trip.”
Lere Olayinka
Senior Special Assistant to the FCT Minister
(Public Communications and Social Media)
March 5, 2025
FCTA Invests in Future Leaders with LEAD-P Civil Service Training
…Program Aligns with FCSSIP 2025 to Drive Civil Service Transformation
In a bid to foster a digitally proficient and effective civil service, the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) trains 100 officers at Grade Levels 10 to 14 in leadership and administrative expertise…
FCT MINISTER PLEDGES SWIFT RESOLUTION OF PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS’ STRIKE
…ASSURES OF TIMELY COMPLETION OF CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURAL PROJECTS
The Honourable Minister of the FCT, Barrister Ezenwo Nyesom Wike has addressed the ongoing strike by primary school teachers in the Territory, expressing regret and pledging to find a swift resolution. The Minister also reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to the timely completion of ongoing infrastructural projects across the FCT…
FCT MINISTER LAUDS DEVELOPMENT ACROSS PROJECT SITES, PLEDGES COMPENSATION FOR AFFECTED STRUCTURES
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, conducted an inspection tour of key infrastructure projects across the Territory…
The committee, he said, comprises of members from the FCT security agencies, including the Nigerian Police, the Nigerian Army, the DSS, and the NSCDC, and is tasked with several key responsibilities. These include working with Area Council Chairmen to identify schools where Almajiri children are be ing taught, profiling organizers of the schools, including their pictures and phone numbers, and determining the content of the training provided to the students.
FCT EXCO APPROVES MAJOR CONTRACTS FOR INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT AND SECURITY ENHANCEMENT
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Executive Committee (EXCO) held its first meeting of the year in Abuja on Thursday, February 6, 2025, approving several key contracts to improve infrastructure, security, and service delivery within the FCT…