Abuja
Abuja is the capital city of Nigeria, located in the Federal Capital Territory in the centre of the country. It replaced Lagos as the national capital in 1991. The city was purpose-built as a planned capital, chosen for its central location and perceived neutrality among Nigeria's diverse ethnic and religious groups. Abuja has a population of several million people and serves as the administrative and political heart of Africa's most populous nation. The city hosts the presidential complex, National Assembly, Supreme Court and headquarters of numerous federal ministries and agencies. It is also home to foreign embassies and international organisations operating in Nigeria. Abuja's economy is driven primarily by government activity, but the city has developed into a significant hub for services, finance, telecommunications and technology. Major infrastructure includes Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, which connects the capital to domestic and international destinations. The city's master plan, designed by Japanese architect Kenzo Tange, features wide boulevards, distinct zones for residential, commercial and governmental functions, and notable landmarks such as the National Mosque and National Christian Centre. Abuja's strategic importance and modern infrastructure have made it a focal point for policy development, investment and regional diplomacy in West Africa.
Abuja Updates
Ecowas Court and women’s rights in west Africa: what’s working – and what isn’t
2nd October 2026 The Ecowas Court is a west African regional body located in Abuja, Nigeria, serving the now 12-nation Economic Community of West African States... →
Nigerian court orders regulator to keep issuing fuel import licences to marketers
By: Reuters 28th September 2026 A Nigerian court ordered the country's downstream petroleum regulator to continue issuing fuel import licences and related permits to three oil... →
Rising fuel prices revive cost-of-living pressure in Nigeria ahead of 2027 election
By: Reuters 21st September 2026 Nigeria's fuel prices have climbed to record highs as tensions in the Middle East push up global oil prices, piling fresh cost-of-living pressure... →
IEA chief says Nigeria could double energy investment within five years
By: Reuters 4th September 2026 Nigeria could double investment into its energy sector within five years after joining the International Energy Agency, its chief Fatih Birol said... →
Nigeria faith leaders sign peace accord months after Trump remarks
By: Reuters 13th August 2026 More than 50 Muslim and Christian leaders have signed an interfaith peace accord in Abuja, launching a new body to promote religious harmony across... →
Daily Podcast – July 28, 2026
By: Thabi Shomolekae 28th July 2026 Making headlines: Nigeria and South Africa seek to ease tensions over xenophobic attacks; DA lodges human rights complaint against Ekurhuleni over... →
Nigeria and South Africa seek to ease tensions over xenophobic attacks
By: Reuters 28th July 2026 Nigeria said South Africa had agreed to bring to justice those responsible for attacks on foreign nationals, while Abuja was compiling compensation... →
Nigeria tells South Africa to curb xenophobic attacks on migrants, questions State response
By: Reuters 28th July 2026 Nigeria urged South Africa on Monday to do more to prevent xenophobic attacks on Nigerians and other African migrants, saying repeated violence was... →
Trump praises Nigeria's efforts against violence towards Christians
By: Reuters 23rd July 2026 US President Donald Trump praised Nigerian President Bola Tinubu for his actions against violence, according to a letter released by Nigeria's... →
SA: Paul Mashatile: Address by Deputy President, on the occasion of Nepad@25 Years - High-Level Business Breakfast, Century City Conference Centre, Cape Town (21/05/2026)
22nd May 2026 As we mark Africa Month and celebrate twenty-five years of NEPAD, we return to that founding vision: an integrated, prosperous, and peaceful... →
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