FULL LIST: ADC Records Zero Victory As APC, PDP Share Spoils In FCT

ADC Records Zero Victory as APC, PDP Share Spoils in FCT

The recently concluded Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections have underscored the dominance of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nigeria’s capital, with the party securing five out of six chairmanship seats.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) managed to clinch only one seat, while the African Democratic Congress (ADC) failed to secure any victories, highlighting its diminishing influence in the region.

According to official figures released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), APC candidates emerged victorious in Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Abaji, Bwari, Kwali, and Kuje Area Councils.

Wike Describes FCT Council Polls as ‘Peaceful’

Wike’s Peaceful Polls and the Persistent Challenge of Voter Turnout

The recently concluded Federal Capital Territory (FCT) area council elections have been described by the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, as peaceful.

His assessment, delivered after monitoring polling units across Abuja, paints a picture of an orderly exercise unmarred by violence or ballot snatching.

Yet beneath this calm lies a deeper issue that continues to plague Nigeria’s democratic process: voter apathy in urban centres.

Abuja’s Area Council Elections: A Catalyst for National Electoral Reform

Abuja’s Area Council Elections: A Catalyst for National Electoral Reform

The Federal Capital Territory’s Area Council elections have long served as more than a local democratic exercise, they have become a proving ground for Nigeria’s broader electoral ambitions. 

Since the return to civilian rule in 1999, Abuja’s unique status has meant that its local elections are conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), unlike other states where local government elections fall under state electoral commissions. This distinction has positioned the FCT polls as a benchmark for electoral integrity and innovation.

FCT Residents Head To Polls For Area Council Elections

FCT Residents Head to Polls for Area Council Elections

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) witnessed a significant democratic exercise on Saturday, February 21, 2026, as residents turned out to elect chairmen and councillors for the six Area Councils.

Unlike the 36 states of Nigeria where such polls are referred to as local government elections, the FCT uniquely designates them as Area Council elections. 

These councils, Abaji, Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Bwari, Gwagwalada, Kuje, and Kwali, serve as the closest elected bodies to the people, directly responsible for essential services such as water, sanitation, local roads, schools, and healthcare.

Civil Society Advocacy and INEC’s Public Engagement: Lessons from Abuja’s Area Council Elections

Civil Society Advocacy and INEC’s Public Engagement: Lessons from Abuja’s Area Council Elections

The Area Council elections in Abuja have not only shaped local governance but have also become a focal point for civil society advocacy aimed at reforming Nigeria’s electoral landscape. 

Over the years, organizations such as the Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC), Centre LSD, and others under the Nigeria SCALE project have leveraged these elections to push for greater transparency, inclusivity, and responsiveness from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

How Past Area Council Elections in Abuja Have Influenced National Debates on Electoral Reforms

How Past Area Council Elections in Abuja Have Influenced National Debates on Electoral Reforms

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections have long served as a crucible for testing Nigeria’s electoral integrity. 

Unlike other local government elections conducted by state electoral commissions, Abuja’s polls are administered directly by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), making them a unique benchmark for national standards. 

Over the years, these elections have not only shaped local governance but have also sparked broader conversations about electoral reforms across the country.

FCT Area Council Poll: Re-Examining Antecedents of Election Process in Abuja

FCT Area Council Poll: Re-Examining Antecedents of Election Process in Abuja

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections stand apart in Nigeria’s democratic framework. 

Unlike the 36 states that conduct local government polls through their respective state electoral commissions, Abuja’s unique status as the nation’s capital means that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) directly oversees its Area Council elections. 

This arrangement not only elevates the stakes of what might otherwise be considered municipal contests but also underscores the broader implications for Nigeria’s democratic consolidation.

The Six Area Councils of Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory

The Six Area Councils of Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) is often seen through the lens of Abuja’s grandeur as Nigeria’s seat of power. 

Yet, beneath the national spotlight lies a decentralized framework of governance that ensures the capital is not merely a federal enclave but a living, breathing community. 

This framework is embodied in the six Area Councils, each with its own identity, challenges, and contributions to the wider territory.

The Role and Significance of Area Councils in Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory

 

The Role and Significance of Area Councils in Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) of Nigeria occupies a unique position in the nation’s political and administrative structure. 

Unlike the 36 states of the federation, the FCT does not have an elected governor. Instead, it is administered directly by a Minister appointed by the President. Yet, beneath this centralized arrangement lies a democratic framework at the grassroots level: the Area Councils. 

These councils serve as the equivalent of local government authorities in the FCT, ensuring that governance and development reach communities across the territory.

Cooking Gas: FCT residents express relief as price drops

Cooking Gas - FCT Residents Express Relief as Price Drops

In recent weeks, residents of Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have breathed a collective sigh of relief as the price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), popularly known as cooking gas, has finally begun to decline after months of relentless increases.

This development has been met with widespread optimism, particularly among households that had struggled to cope with the financial strain of soaring energy costs.

According to market surveys conducted in Abuja on January 18, 2026, the price of cooking gas now ranges between ₦1,080 and ₦1,400 per kilogram, with NIPCO outlets offering the lowest rate at ₦1,080 per kg.

Wike Sacks Acting FCT Revenue Service Chairman

Wike Sacks Acting FCT Revenue Service Chairman

On December 5, 2025, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, announced the dismissal of Michael Ango, the Acting Executive Chairman of the Federal Capital Territory Internal Revenue Service (FCT-IRS).

The decision was conveyed through a statement issued by Wike’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication and Social Media, Lere Olayinka.

Life and Living in Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory

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Life and Living in Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT), with Abuja as its center-piece, represents Nigeria’s bold experiment in planned urban development and national unity.

Established in 1976 to replace Lagos as the capital, the FCT was designed to be geographically neutral, positioned in the heart of the country to symbolize inclusivity and balance among Nigeria’s diverse ethnic groups.

Today, it stands as a vibrant hub where modern infrastructure, political power, and cultural diversity converge.

FCTA Launches ‘Breathe Clean Air In Abuja’ Initiative To Tackle Household Pollution

Breathing Hope into Abuja’s Future

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has unveiled a bold and timely initiative titled “Breathe Clean Air in Abuja”, a campaign designed to confront one of Nigeria’s most persistent public health and environmental challenges: household air pollution.

Launched at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, the program drew government officials, development partners, environmental experts, and schoolchildren, signaling a collective commitment to healthier living and sustainable energy practices.

FCTA offers gas cylinders, free refills to 5,000 households

FCTA Offers Gas Cylinders and Free Refills to 5,000 Households

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has launched a significant initiative aimed at easing the burden of rising cooking gas prices on residents.

Under this program, the administration is distributing gas cylinders to 5,000 households across Abuja, coupled with free refills to ensure immediate relief.

Payments for waste evacuation in FCT now performance-based — Wike

Payments for Waste Evacuation in FCT Now Performance-Based - Wike

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has entered a new era of accountability in public sanitation management, following the announcement by Minister Nyesom Wike that payments to waste evacuation contractors will henceforth be strictly tied to performance.

This policy shift, unveiled during an interactive session with 54 newly engaged contractors in Abuja, signals a decisive break from the past and a bold attempt to instill discipline, efficiency, and transparency in the capital’s waste management system.

FCT Security Spokespersons Forum strategise to strengthen inter-agency collaboration

FCT Security Spokespersons Forum Strategises to Strengthen Inter-Agency Collaboration

In a bid to enhance security coordination and public communication within Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the FCT Security Spokespersons Forum convened a strategic meeting aimed at reinforcing inter-agency collaboration.

The gathering took place at the Federal Fire Service FCT Command Headquarters in Kubwa, Abuja, and brought together spokespersons and public relations officers from a wide array of security and emergency response agencies operating within the territory.

MEDIA PARLEY WITH NYESOM WIKE |OCTOBER 2025 EDITION

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A Dialogue of Governance: Nyesom Wike’s Media Parley in the FCT

In a bid to foster transparency, accountability, and open communication with the public, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, recently convened a high-profile media parley, streamed live on National Television.

The event, which drew significant attention from political observers and the press corps, served as a platform for the minister to articulate his vision for the capital territory, address pressing urban development challenges, and respond to questions from journalists on a wide array of policy issues.

COMMISSIONING OF THE NEWLY PROVIDED ENGINEERING INFRASTRUCTURE IN WUYE DISTRICT

COMMISSIONING OF THE NEWLY PROVIDED ENGINEERING INFRASTRUCTURE IN WUYE DISTRICT, ABUJA

In a landmark event that underscores the Federal Capital Territory Administration’s renewed commitment to infrastructural development, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barrister Nyesom Wike, officially commissioned the newly completed engineering infrastructure in Wuye District, Abuja, on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. 

This commissioning marks a significant milestone in the ongoing transformation of the capital city under the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.

FLAG-OFF OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF OF COLLECTOR ROAD CO1 IN INSTITUTION AND RESEARCH

REPORT ON THE FLAG-OFF OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF COLLECTOR ROAD CO1 IN INSTITUTION AND RESEARCH DISTRICT

On October 17, 2025, a significant milestone in the infrastructural development of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) was marked with the ceremonial flag-off of the construction of Collector Road CO1 in the Institution and Research District.

This event, held with great fanfare and attended by dignitaries from the legal, political, and academic communities, underscored the government's commitment to enhancing connectivity and fostering development in strategic areas of the capital.

FLAG-OFF OF THE MAIN CARRIAGEWAYS OF OUTER SOUTHERN EXPRESSWAY (OSEX)

Flag-Off of the Main Carriageways of Outer Southern Expressway (OSEX): A Milestone in Abuja’s Infrastructure Development

On October 15, 2025, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) witnessed a landmark event with the official flag-off of the main carriageways of the Outer Southern Expressway (OSEX), a critical infrastructure project aimed at transforming the transportation landscape of Abuja.