New Electricity Tariff: Full list of Abuja Electricity 107 ‘Band A’ areas

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April 7, 2024

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The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, on Wednesday, approved a sharp increase in electricity tariffs for customers classified under Band A.

Below are the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company, AEDC, customers affected by the new tariff.

Band A

132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H23_PL_PL AIRPORT NICOMSAT, KOREAN SCHOOL, NNAMDI AZIKIWE INT’L AIRPORT, DUNAMIS CHURCH, SHOPRITE
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H37_S26_PARADISE ESTATE APO PARADISE ESTATE
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H37_S26_K10 APO AEDC REGIONAL OFFICE APO, JIMENTA FILLING STATION, ZONE C DEFENCE QUARTERS, ZONE E EXTENSION
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H37_S26_BEHIND TRANSMISSION APO BEHIND TRANSMISSION OFFICE.
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H5_R7_4B ASOKORO ALEX IBRU STREET, YORUBA MOSQUE, BABAGANA KINGIBE, HASSAN ADAMU, BOLA IGE STREET,
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H5_R7_4A ASOKORO NASIRU ELRUFAI SREET, LARABA DAGASH STREET
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H5_R7_3A ASOKORO SANI ZANGO SREET, OLADUNI STREET, AYANGYKU STREET, ISMAILA STREET, GWARZO STREET, BABAGANA KINGIBE STREET
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H5_R7_1B ASOKORO NNPC FILLING STATION AND ITS ENVIRONS
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H5_R2_FD6 ASOKORO WORLD BANK AND SENATOR OBIORA
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H5_R2_FD10 ASOKORO ECOWAS

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132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H5_R6_2B ASOKORO ALI AKILU STREET, QUEEN AMINA STREET, SULEIMAN BARAU STREET, IBRAHIM TAYO STREET, DSS QTR, PART OF QUEEN ELIZABETH STREET
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H5_R6_5A ASOKORO ASO ROCK
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H5_R3_4A ASOKORO DE-WELLS CARLTON APARTMENT
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H5_R3_4A ASOKORO STATE HOUSE VILLA
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H5_R3_3A ASOKORO YAKUBU GOWON CREST, KANO, SOKOTO, IMO GOVT LODGE, SPDC QTRS, GADO NASKO STREET & PART OF JOSE MARTINS
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H5_R3_2A ASOKORO NIA
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR 33KV FDR H3_R5_6B ASOKORO ARMY WAR COLLEGE
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR 33KV FDR H3_R5_5A ASOKORO NAOWA SECRETARIAT, DIA AND STATE HOUSE CLINICS
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR 33KV FDR H3_R5_4B ASOKORO W.U BASSEY BARRACKS EXTENSION AND NIGER BARRACKS
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR 33KV FDR H3_R5_3A ASOKORO COMMAND GUEST HOUSE AND NAVAL HOLDING LIMITED
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR 33KV FDR H3_R5_2B ASOKORO DSS HQ
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR 33KV FDR H3_R5_1B ASOKORO MOGADISHU BARRACK
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR 33KV FDR H3_R4_FD9 ASOKORO ASO ROCK
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR 33KV FDR H3_R4_FD8 ASOKORO NOT IN CIRCUIT
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR 33KV FDR H3_R4_FD6 ASOKORO NATIONAL ASSEMBLY COMPLEX
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR 33KV FDR H3_R4_FD4 ASOKORO NJC, SUPREME COURT
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR 33KV FDR H3_R4_FD27 ASOKORO SGF
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR 33KV FDR H3_R4_FD26 ASOKORO NATIONAL ASSEMBLY COMPLEX
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR 33KV FDR H3_R4_FD18 ASOKORO NATIONAL ASSEMBLY COMPLEX
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR 33KV FDR H3_R4_FD10 ASOKORO NATIONAL ASSEMBLY COMPLEX
132KV KUBWA T/S_33KV DAM FDR_K32_FD3 DUTSE NEW TREATMENT PLANT
132KV KUBWA T/S_33KV DAM FDR_K32_FD2 DUTSE CAMP PUMPING AND STATION PLANT
132KV KUBWA T/S_33KV DAM FDR_K32_FD1 DUTSE LOWER USUMA DAM
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H11_G32_7B GARKI GARKI AREA OFFICE OGIDI CLOSE, TREASURY HOUSE, CBN QTR, GARKI MODERN MARKET.

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132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H11_G32_6A GARKI RITA LORI HOTEL, JERE STREET
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H1_G25_FD7 GARKI UNITED NATION, BURKINA FASO, ZAMBIA AND CAMEROON EMBASSIES
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H1_G25_FD5 GARKI NIGER, GHANA, UGANDA EMBASSIES
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H1_G25_FD3 GARKI TURKISH, SUDAN, EGYPT EMBASSIES
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H1_G25_FD23 GARKI NNPC, CATHOLIC CHURCH, BRAZIL, KENYA AND LIBYA EMBASSIES
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H1_G25_FD21 GARKI ENVOY HOTEL
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H1_G24_FDR 23 GARKI SOUTH AFRICAN, RUSSIAN EMBASSY, ECWA CHURCH, EQUITORIAL EMBASSY, DANTATA AND SAWOE.
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H1_G24_FDR 22 GARKI PAKISTAN, INDIA HIGH COMMISSION AND MALI EMBASSIES
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H1_G24_FDR 20 GARKI STREET LIGHT
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H1_G24_FD7 GARKI MAIMUNA COMMUNICATION
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H1_G24_FD6 GARKI OANDO FILLING STATION, THE DOME, NATIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H1_G24_FD5 GARKI EUROPEAN UNION
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H1_G24_FD21 GARKI NATIONAL HOSPITAL STAFF QTR
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H1_G24_FD2 GARKI NATIONAL HOSPITAL
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H11_G32_5B GARKI AIRFORCE QUARTERS, SURVEY GENERAL OFFICE, YALWURI STREET
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H11_G32_5A GARKI CBN QTR, BIRNIN KEBBI STREET, FCDA QTRS, DRUM STIX
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H2_G4_6B GARKI SAHAD STORES, UNITY HOUSE, LARMODE HOTEL, DAN KANN HOUSE
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H2_G4_4B GARKI BALARGY, CRESCENT, INTEGRITY COURT, OBANSANJO ESTATE, LILLY COURT
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H2_G4_3B GARKI POLICE CANTONMENT AND EFAB MALL
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H2_G4_2A GARKI NESRA, ARMY SECRETARIAT, AROCHUKWU STREET, OKEMESI STREET.
132KV APO T/S_33KV FDR H2_G4_1A GARKI HAWTHORN SUITES
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 5_G2_3B GARKI CHINESE EMBASSY
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 5_ICC_FD2 GARKI INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE CENTRE
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 5_G42_FD5 GARKI IMO HOUSE, OWENA HOUSE, NACA, ECUMENICAL CENTRE, LABOUR HOUSE
132KV GIS DAWAKI T/S_33KV FDR D2_M43_SETRACO GWARINPA 4TH AVENUE, PART OF 2ND AVENUE, SETRACO GATE AND ENVIRONS
132KV GIS DAWAKI T/S_33KV FDR D2_M42_K14 GWARINPA PART OF 5TH AVENUE, FOREIGN AFFAIRS QUARTERS, DIAMOND BANK, KEYSTONE BANK, ZENITH BANK, 3RD AVENUE CORNERSHOP, PRIMARY SCHOOL, MIB PLAZA, ANGLICAN CHURCH ON 3RD AVENUE
132KV KUKWABA T/S_33KV FDR L35_PL_PL IDU RAILWAY STATION, EFCC HQTRS, COCA-COLA, CWAY, VERITY COURTS & GARDENS, FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE
132KV KUKWABA T/S_33KV FDR L36_PL_PL IDU NILE UNIVERSITY, BASE UNIVERSITY
132KV KATAMPE T/S_33KV 9MOBILE FDR_PL_PL LIFECAMP 9MOBILE
132KV KUKWABA T/S_33KV FDR L33_S25_STADIUM MAIN LOKOGOMA MKO ABIOLA STADIUM
132KV KUKWABA T/S_33KV FDR L33_S25_INDOOR LOKOGOMA INDOOR COMPLEX
132KV KUKWABA T/S_33KV FDR L33_S25_GV LOKOGOMA GAMES VILLAGE
132KV KUKWABA T/S_33KV FDR L33_S25_EYE CLINIC LOKOGOMA EYE CLINIC
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 6_C4_5A MAITAMA NILES STREET, MISSISSIPPI STREET
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 6_C4_3B MAITAMA PANAMA STREET, GANGES STREET
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 6_C4_3A MAITAMA EUPHRATES STREET, REAGENT SCHOOL, YORUBA MOSQUE, OAU QTR
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 6_C2_9B MAITAMA CHINESE EMBASSY
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 6_C2_6A MAITAMA ZAMBIA EMBASSY, A.A OIL, CONGO AND ETHIOPIAN EMBASSY
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 6_C2_5B MAITAMA IMANI ESTATE & PRESIDENCY QTRS
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 6_C2_5A MAITAMA IMANI ESTATE AND SHELL ESTATE
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 6_C2_4A MAITAMA NUC
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 6_C2_3A MAITAMA INEC, NEMA, DSTV, POWER HOUSE
132KV KATAMPE T/S_33KV MAITAMA FDR_C3_2A MAITAMA KATSINA ALA, IG HOUSE, GURARA STREET
132KV KATAMPE T/S_33KV MAITAMA FDR_C3_1A MAITAMA MAITAMA AREA OFFICE, HABIBA PLAZA, OSUN CRESCENT
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 6_C2_6B MAITAMA NCC AND KOREAN EMBASSY
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 6_C2_2B MAITAMA CUSTOM OFFICE, MURJANATU PLAZA
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 6_C2_8A MAITAMA GANA AND USMAN STREETS
132KV KATAMPE T/S_33KV MAITAMA FDR_C3_5B MAITAMA DANUBE EXTENTION AND PART OF MAITAMA EXTENTION
132KV KATAMPE T/S_33KV MAITAMA FDR_C3_3A MAITAMA YOBE STREET, RIO NEGRO STREET, MAITAMA EXTENTION, ZENITH BANK
132KV SULEJA T/S_33KV FIELD BASE FDR_FIELDBASE_SULEJA SMART FDR SULEJA GLOBAL BLOCK INDUSTRY, AHMIS, U.I DANDADA,MTN MAST, OPARA S/S, BLESSED IKD
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 2_B33_9B WUSE TRANSCORP
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 2_B33_4B WUSE NEXIM BANK
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 2_B33_1B WUSE SHERATON HOTEL
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 2_B33_10B WUSE PPPRA
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 2_B33_10A WUSE FEDERAL SECRETARIAT
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_ 33KV FDR 4_B33_8A WUSE MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND EDUCATION
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_33KV FDR 2_B33_7A WUSE MTN MAST
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_ 33KV FDR 4_B33_8B WUSE MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT AND ICAA PLAZA
132KV KATAMPE T/S_33KV WUSE II FDR_B52_4B WUSE KUMASI STREET, AGADEZ STREET, TFC, PART OF DAR ES SALAAM, PART OF AMINU KANO CRESCENT
132KV KATAMPE T/S_33KV WUSE II FDR_B52_4A WUSE BANEX HOTEL
132KV KATAMPE T/S_33KV WUSE II FDR_B52_3B WUSE DENISE HTEL, NJAMENA STREET, GOMBE JEWEL HOTEL, SIEMENS, DABRAS HOTEL, LIBREVILLE STREET, LUNGI STREET, AGAPE HOTEL, FCDA QTR, ILOBE FILLING STATION, UBA, GLO OFFICE
132KV KATAMPE T/S_33KV WUSE II FDR_B52_3A WUSE MONROVIA STREET, PECHEZ HOTEL, HOTEL DE HORIZON
132KV KATAMPE T/S_33KV WUSE II FDR_B52_2B WUSE TULIP PRESS, BUCHANA STREET, TALATU ESTATE, A-CLASS HOTEL, FCDA, MAP U AND FIRST BANK
132KV KATAMPE T/S_33KV WUSE II FDR_B52_1B WUSE MINISTER’S QUARTER MABUSHI AND ITS ENVIRONS
132KV KATAMPE T/S_33KV WUSE II FDR_B52_1A WUSE NEMSA OFFICE & PARAKOU STREET
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_ 33KV FDR 4_B33_4A WUSE ENERGY COMMISSION, NATIONAL MOSQUE, FRAIZER HOTEL, GRAND SQUARE
132KV KATAMPE T/S_33KV WUSE II FDR_B5_3B WUSE AMIGO SUPERMART, ALBERT FURNITURE, BARCELONA HOTEL, HAMPTON APARTMENTS, DURBAN STREET, OTI CARPET, WUSE AREA OFFICE
132KV KATAMPE T/S_33KV WUSE II FDR_B5_3A WUSE BIG BITE, LOBITO CRESCENT
132KV KATAMPE T/S_33KV WUSE II FDR_B5_2B WUSE OAU QTRS, POLY PLAZA, AP PLAZA & CHICKEN HOUSE
132KV KATAMPE T/S_33KV WUSE II FDR_B5_2A WUSE KODA LINK,MINISTRY OF SOLID MINERALS,GLO SWITCH YARD, CUSTOM QTRS & AL-NUR MOSQUE
132KV KATAMPE T/S_33KV WUSE II FDR_B5_1A WUSE ROCKVIEW HOTEL, CHELSEA HOTEL AND PMU
132KV CENTRAL AREA T/S_ 33KV FDR 4_B33_3B WUSE TAMARA GUEST, PART OF ZONE 3, FRSC, ABACHA ESTATE, YARADUA CENTER
132KV KATAMPE T/S_33KV WUSE II FDR_B5_1B WUSE AP PLAZA, CHICKEN REPUBLIC, POLY PLAZA, EXCLUSIVE STORES

The new rate took effect on 3rd April 2024.

Customers in this category will now be charged N225 per kilowatt-hour (KW/h). It is a significant rise from the previous rate of N66 electricity tariff.

This was revealed by Musliu Oseni, the Vice Chairman of NERC. You can read the full list of Band A electricity tariff areas across the country HERE.

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Tension in Abuja as Soldiers Block Wike from Accessing Gaduwa Land Linked to Retired Admiral

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November 11, 2025

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Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, was on Tuesday prevented by armed soldiers from accessing a disputed parcel of land in the Gaduwa district of Abuja, allegedly owned by retired Vice Admiral Zubairu Gambo, a former Chief of Naval Staff.

The incident, which briefly caused tension, occurred when Wike and a team of senior FCT officials arrived at the site for an inspection amid ongoing efforts to clamp down on illegal land allocations and unauthorized developments across the territory.

Eyewitnesses said that shortly after the minister’s convoy arrived, a group of armed military personnel at the site stopped Wike’s team from gaining access. The soldiers reportedly told the FCT task force that they were acting on orders to “secure the property” on behalf of the retired admiral.

A heated exchange followed, during which Wike expressed anger at the obstruction, insisting that no individual military or civilian was above the law. He accused the soldiers of intimidation and vowed that the FCTA would enforce land use regulations in all parts of the capital, regardless of the status of those involved.

“This is not a military barracks. This is Abuja land that falls under the jurisdiction of the FCT Administration. Nobody, no matter how highly placed, can defy the laws of the Federal Capital Territory,” Wike was quoted as saying.

Sources within the FCTA said the land in question was under investigation for lacking valid development approvals and was marked for enforcement action.

To prevent the confrontation from escalating, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede, reportedly intervened via phone call, appealing to both parties to allow due process to take its course.

Following the intervention, Wike’s team was barred from inspecting the site, but the minister maintained that the FCTA would not back down in its mission to reclaim illegally acquired lands and ensure compliance with Abuja’s master plan.

The incident shows the growing tension between the FCTA and powerful individuals accused of violating land regulations, as Wike continues his aggressive drive to sanitize land administration in the capital city.

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IPOB Leader Nnamdi Kanu Declines to Enter Defence, Insists “No Case” Against Him

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October 27, 2025

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Nnamdi Kanu Refuses to Enter Defence, Says “No Case” Exists Against Him

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The detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has withdrawn his earlier decision to call witnesses in his ongoing trial before the Federal High Court in Abuja, insisting that there are no valid charges against him.

The development occurred on Monday during a resumed hearing of his terrorism-related trial before Justice James Omotosho, where Kanu declared that the Nigerian government had failed to establish any competent case requiring a defence.

Kanu, who had previously filed a formal application to summon witnesses, told the court that he no longer saw the need, stating: “No competent charge exists against me.”

The IPOB leader argued that he had been subjected to an unjust process, maintaining that the prosecution’s evidence fell short of proving the allegations brought against him.

In response, Justice Omotosho directed Kanu to put his new position in writing and formally serve it on the prosecution for record purposes. The judge also advised him to seek legal counsel from criminal law experts to understand the implications of waiving his right to defence.

The court adjourned the matter to November 4th, 5th, and 6th for both the defence and prosecution to file their final written addresses ahead of judgment.

Recall that Kanu had earlier named several high-profile individuals as potential witnesses in his defence, including former Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) Abubakar Malami, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, former Defence Minister Gen. Theophilus Danjuma (rtd), former Chief of Army Staff Gen. Tukur Buratai (rtd), Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma.

Others listed were Minister of Works Dave Umahi, former Abia State Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, former NIA Director-General Ahmed Rufai Abubakar, and former DSS Director-General Yusuf Bichi.

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PHOTOS: Wike Joins Son’s Call to Bar Procession in Abuja

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September 23, 2025

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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Tuesday joined the Body of Benchers’ procession during the Call to Bar ceremony in Abuja, as his son, Jordan Wike, was formally admitted into the Nigerian Bar.

The minister was accompanied by his wife, Justice Eberechi Suzzette Wike, as the family marked the proud occasion.

Wike’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, confirmed the development in a post on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, where he also shared photos of the family.

“Happy Dad and Mum. FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, his wife, Justice Eberechi Suzzette Wike, with their son, Jordan, who is to be called to Bar today,” Olayinka wrote.

A video also showed the minister taking part in the Body of Benchers’ procession, highlighting the ceremonial significance of the day.

The Call to Bar is a major event in Nigeria’s legal calendar, where new lawyers are officially admitted after completing training at the Nigerian Law School.

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Presidency, MACBAN in Dialogue to End Cows Roaming Abuja Streets

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September 13, 2025

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MACBAN leaders and Presidency officials in Abuja dialogue on ending cattle roaming, Sept. 13, 2025.

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The Presidency on Friday held a dialogue with the leadership of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) as part of efforts to end the movement of cows through the streets of Abuja’s city centre.

The meeting, convened at the instance of the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, who is Chairman of MACBAN’s Board of Trustees, and the Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Maiha, brought together stakeholders and leaders of the association from Abuja and surrounding states.

Speaking at the forum, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Livestock Development, Idris Abiola-Ajimobi, said the Tinubu administration remained committed to addressing challenges faced by pastoralists.

“We are here for a stakeholder engagement meeting to let livestock stakeholders understand the efforts being made by the administration of President Tinubu. We are working on grazing reserves, ranches, and Special Agro Industrial Processing Zones. We are also reviving grazing reserves and providing feeds, water, veterinary clinics and other amenities for pastoralists,” he said.

Also, Dr. Balarabe Kakale, Special Assistant to the Minister of Education on Almajiri and Out-of-School-Children Education, said the meeting considered how the Federal Ministry of Education’s initiatives could support pastoralist communities.

He noted that pastoralists expressed readiness to move into designated grazing reserves in the FCT, provided necessary amenities such as water, power, veterinary services, and nomadic schools are available.

MACBAN’s National President, Baba Othman-Ngelzarma, said the dialogue specifically addressed concerns about cattle roaming the city centre and the education of pastoralist children.

“Out of about 20 million out-of-school children in Nigeria, we believe 80 percent are from pastoralist families. We want to make Abuja a model and see how solutions here can be replicated,” he said.

Othman-Ngelzarma added that a committee would be established to work on practical measures to stop cattle movement in Abuja’s streets.

The dialogue ended with a resolution by stakeholders to collaborate with government on sustainable grazing solutions and inclusive education programmes for pastoralist families.

Report from News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)

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Catholic Church Rewards Academic and Behavioural Excellence in Abuja

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September 1, 2025

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Catholic Church Rewards Outstanding Children in Abuja

File Photo; Mr Jude Nnadozie, CMO President St Agnes Wuye, The Parish Priest, Rev. Fr. Godwin Oje, Sir Laz Ebirim & Beneficiaries

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The Catholic Men Organisation (CMO) of St. Agnes Catholic Church, Wuye District, Abuja, has concluded the 2025 edition of its Prize for Academic and Behavioural Excellence, an annual initiative aimed at rewarding hard work, discipline, integrity, and scholastic achievement among children of the parish.

Prizes and certificates of recognition were formally presented to winners during a brief ceremony held after Sunday Mass.

Now in its third year, the initiative was introduced in 2023 to extend the traditional role of fathers in guiding their children beyond individual homes and into the wider parish community. The prize also serves as encouragement for children whose fathers may not be present, ensuring they receive mentorship and recognition within the Church family.

Speaking at the event, Mr. Jude Nnadozie, President of the CMO of St. Agnes Parish, stressed the need for continued guidance in children’s lives.

“As fathers, we shape our children by guiding their academic, moral, and spiritual growth, while also leading by example. Beyond our individual homes, the CMO makes us one fatherhood, and the parish our family. We must therefore extend the same guidance and leadership to build a stronger faith community. This annual exercise helps us achieve that,” he said.

Highlights of the 2025 edition included:

– Recognition of over 50 children who participated in the summer academic excellence program.

– A brief talk on Dyslexia, emphasizing that less-than-excellent academic performance does not define a child’s potential or future success.

– Presentation of prizes and certificates of excellence to three winners each from the primary, secondary, and tertiary categories.

– A symbolic toast to the 2025/2026 academic year, encouraging students to sustain their efforts and contribute meaningfully to society.

The event enjoyed full support from Rev. Fr. Godwin Oje, the Parish Priest, as well as the Parish Council and the Catholic Women Organisation, reaffirming the Church’s commitment to education, moral upbringing, and nation-building.

About the CMO

The Catholic Men Organisation (CMO) is the umbrella body of all adult Catholic men in parishes across Nigeria, with structures at parish, diocesan, provincial, and national levels.

The CMO fosters spiritual growth, moral discipline, and active participation in the Church, while also extending mentorship and support to families and children.

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