Security Agents Attempted To Arrest El-Rufai At Abuja Airport: Aide

Security agents attempted to arrest el-Rufai at Abuja airport: aide. Muyiwa Adekeye, media aide to Nasir el-Rufai, says security agents attempted to arrest the former Kaduna governor at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, as he returned from Cairo, Egypt.

Security Agents Attempted To Arrest El-Rufai

In a post on X, Adekeye alleged that operatives approached el-Rufai shortly after he disembarked from his flight on Wednesday but he declined to accompany them in the absence of a formal invitation.

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Umo Eno Visits Akwa Ibom Community In Abuja, Vows For More Project, Donates 18-Seater Bus

Umo Eno visits Akwa Ibom community in Abuja, vows for more project, donates 18-seater bus…As Community Decorates Governor Eno as Grand Patron, Endorse Tinubu, Akpabio, Eno for 2027.

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has assured Akwa Ibom indigenes resident in the Federal Capital Territory of more developmental projects, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to inclusive growth, strategic asset repositioning, and improved welfare for citizens both at home and in the diaspora.

The Governor gave the assurance during his visit to the Akwa Ibom Community in Abuja, where he attended the community’s general meeting on Sunday, February 8, 2026, and engaged members on the development priorities of his administration under the ARISE Agenda.

Addressing the gathering, Governor Eno disclosed plans for the Ibom Hotels and Apartments Project in Abuja, which will replace the moribund old liaison office, transforming the asset into a viable hospitality and commercial hub capable of generating revenue for the state and creating employment opportunities.

He also announced plans for the development of an Ibom Housing Estate in Abuja to provide decent and affordable accommodation for Akwa Ibom indigenes resident in the nation’s capital.

Beyond road infrastructure, the Governor highlighted several key projects executed by his administration across multiple sectors, stressing that development under the ARISE Agenda extends well beyond the construction of 1,210 kilometres of roads across the state.

According to him, the administration is currently implementing 84 priority projects strategically spread across critical sectors including tourism, transportation, aviation, maritime development, healthcare, education, rural development, housing, water supply, and economic empowerment.

“Our development drive is holistic. Beyond roads, we have deliberately focused on projects that directly touch lives and strengthen communities across Akwa Ibom State,” Governor Eno said.

Earlier, the President of the Community, Nkpisong Barr. Gabriel Fan, commended Governor Eno for the developmental strides recorded under the ARISE Agenda and pledged the full support of the community for the reelection of President Bola Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and Governor Umo Eno ahead of 2027. He also decorated the Governor as the Grand Patron of the Community, in recognition of his leadership and commitment to the welfare of Akwa Ibom people.

As a demonstration of his commitment to the welfare of the community, Governor Eno donated an 18-seater bus to the Akwa Ibom Community in Abuja, a gesture that drew applause from members and guests.

Umo Eno

He commended the leadership of the community for fostering unity and maintaining strong ties with developments back home, noting that Akwa Ibom people resident in Abuja remain critical stakeholders in the state’s growth journey.

Members and leaders of the community praised Governor Eno’s inclusive leadership style, people-centred governance, and visible development strides, assuring him of their continued support.

The visit, marked by warmth and renewed commitment, further reinforced Governor Umo Eno’s resolve to carry every Akwa Ibom citizen along in the state’s development process, while strengthening the bond between Akwa Ibom State and its vibrant diaspora community in Abuja.

Strike: Normalcy Returns At FCT Secretariat As Workers Resume

Strike: Normalcy returns at FCT secretariat as workers resume. The FCTA secretariat is bustling with activities as normalcy returns after the suspension of the planned solidarity protest by labour unions on Tuesday.

The secretariat of the Federal Capital Territory Administration is bustling with activities as normalcy returns after the suspension of the planned solidarity protest by labour unions on Tuesday.

The protest was suspended after a truce was reached between FCT minister Nyesom Wike and the labour unions in the early hours of Tuesday.

The workers, who resumed work on Monday, were seen carrying out their activities and providing various services.

A visit to some offices in the Minister’s Block, the Treasury Department, the Federal Capital Development Authority, the Abuja Geographical System, and others on Wednesday showed that workers were at work, carrying out their duties.

The FCTA workers under the Joint Union Action Committee had on January 19 embarked on industrial action over unresolved welfare concerns.
The strike, however, was halted by a ruling of the National Industrial Court on January 27, which ordered the workers to resume work, a decision that didn’t sit well with the union leaders, who insisted that the strike must continue.

A truce was reached after several hours of meeting, from late night Monday to the early hours of Tuesday, between the union leaders, officials of the FCTA, Mr Wike, and the chairman of the Senate Committee on FCT, Mohammed Bomoi.
Reacting to the truce, the minister told journalists after inspecting some ongoing projects in Abuja on Tuesday that there were no winners or losers.

He expressed delight that the union leaders have seen the realities on the ground, which have helped to clear misconceptions.
“I’m happy that the trade union and labour congress came to see things for themselves. Sometimes it’s good. What they were told is not really what’s on the ground.

Wike

“But by and large, we have had a good meeting, and they’ve directed the workers to go back to work, which you can see has been done. So, we’re happy that at the end of the day, there is no winner, no loser.  It’s in the interest of Abuja to progress,” he said.

The organised labour had on Tuesday resolved the dispute between JUAC and Mr Wike, leading to the immediate resumption of work by affected employees.

A circular, jointly signed by the secretary-general of the TUC, Nuhu Toro, and the acting general secretary of the NLC, Benson Upah, stated that the minister assured labour of mutual respect and sustained engagement on labour-related matters in the FCT.

It said the parties also agreed that no worker would be victimised for participating in the strike action and that all outstanding cases at the National Industrial Court would be withdrawn immediately.

Following the agreement, the NLC and TUC directed all affected workers to resume duty without delay.