
Nigerian Residents Complain About High Cooking Gas Prices in Capital
Households in Abuja continue to face financial strain as retail vendors maintain elevated prices for cooking gas despite more competitive rates at major depots.
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Households in Abuja continue to face financial strain as retail vendors maintain elevated prices for cooking gas despite more competitive rates at major depots.

President Bola Tinubu has called on residents, business owners, and developers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to fulfill their civic duties by paying taxes, clearing ground rents, and settling land fees.

Residents in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, are increasingly abandoning their private cars in favor of public transport due to a significant hike in petrol prices. This shift is deepening economic hardship for many motorists in the region.

Residents of Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are expressing distress over significantly increased transport fares, which have nearly doubled after a recent petrol price hike, exacerbating the cost of living crisis.

Residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are expressing concern over the significant increase in the cost of tomatoes. The rising prices are impacting household budgets and food accessibility.
President Bola Tinubu called on residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to fulfill their tax obligations and pay ground rents to fund infrastructure projects. He also vowed to end the culture of abandoned projects in the FCT, linking tax compliance directly to improved infrastructure delivery.
Police in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have arrested three kidnap suspects, including a notorious informant, linked to multiple abductions and have assured residents of enhanced safety.

The FCT-IRS has directed all taxable residents to file their 2025 FCT tax returns by March 31, 2026. Learn about the deadline and how to comply. Read More: https://punchng.com/file-2025-tax-returns-by-march-31-fct-irs-tells-residents/
Professor Festus Asikhia, a ZLP senatorial aspirant, has pledged to provide citizen-centred representation for residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), emphasizing accountability and economic growth.

Rising cooking gas prices in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have compelled many households and businesses to revert to using charcoal and firewood.

Former Nigerian Head of State Yakubu Gowon met with President Bola Tinubu, expressing gratitude and commending the President for his efforts in leading the country and advancing Nigeria’s economic progress and national stability. Gowon urged continued support for the government.

Residents of Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are calling for an increase in the number of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses, stating that the current fleet is insufficient to meet commuters' needs despite the government's promise.