The Court of Appeal in Abuja has upheld a 4 October 2024 ruling of the Federal High Court that prohibits the Directorate of Road Traffic Services (VIO) from stopping vehicles, impounding or confiscating them, and issuing fines to motorists. Delivering judgment on Thursday, a three-member panel of the appellate court dismissed all three issues raised…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has clarified reports surrounding its recent enforcement action on a property in Abuja, stating that the operation was carried out strictly on the strength of a lawful court order. The property in question—Plots 680–689, Cadastral Zone B06, Mabushi—is tied to an ongoing criminal case before Justice A.I. Kutigi of…
Abuja, Tuesday – Drama unfolded in Abuja on Tuesday as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, engaged in a tense confrontation with a group of Nigerian Naval officers during an inspection of disputed land within the city. The confrontation, captured in a video released by Channels Television, showed the minister angrily…
Some members of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) held a peaceful protest on Thursday at the United States Embassy in Abuja, calling for international support to protect Nigeria’s democracy and prevent the nation from drifting toward a one-party system. The protesters also delivered letters to the US Embassy, the European Union complex, and the Federal…
… Deploys Tactical Teams, Surveillance Units for Sustained Operations Till January 2026 In a renewed effort to strengthen security and sustain peace across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Miller G. Dantawaye, psc, has ordered a large-scale crackdown on criminal elements operating within the Territory. The operation, which commences…
Ahead of the #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protests scheduled for Monday, October 20, in Nigeria’s capital, the U.S. Embassy in Abuja has issued a security alert to American citizens. In a statement posted on its website Friday, the embassy warned that the demonstrations could result in disruptions, including roadblocks, traffic congestion, and possible violence, particularly around Eagle Square…
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has officially launched a cashless policy at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, aimed at enhancing transparency, blocking revenue leakages, and improving passenger experience. The policy, which took effect on September 29, 2025, marks the beginning of a nationwide rollout to phase out cash transactions at all FAAN…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Ene Queen Bamaiyi before Justice A.A. Halilu of the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Apo, Abuja, over the alleged misappropriation of ₦124 million out of ₦240.5 million entrusted to her for foreign currency exchange. In a statement posted on its official X (formerly Twitter) account…
ARISE News Channel is mourning the tragic death of Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, a 29-year-old journalist who was killed during a violent armed robbery at her residence in the Katampe area of Abuja in the early hours of Monday, September 29, 2025. Fondly known as Sommie, she was a respected news anchor, reporter, and producer at…
The Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) Legislative Council has reversed the impeachment of its Speaker, Hon. Matthew Yare, who represents Nyanya Ward under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Yare was impeached on Monday by eight All Progressives Congress (APC) councillors, led by Deputy Speaker Tony Onoja, citing neglect of council proceedings and disregard for established…
