Abuja Master Plan

Recurring flooding across parts of the Federal Capital Territory has renewed concerns about the implementation of Abuja’s master plan, drainage infrastructure and land allocation processes. Heavy rainfall on September 1 affected major routes, including the Airport Road and Lugbe axis,...

Opinion By Afri-Global News For residents of Abuja, the August 15 flooding was not simply another heavy-rainfall incident. It was a frightening disruption of everyday life.Cars were submerged. Roads became impassable. Commuters were stranded. Homes and businesses took in floodwater....

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has directed the immediate demolition of houses and other structures constructed on designated waterways in Abuja. Wike issued the directive on Tuesday after inspecting areas of the FCT affected by...