Month: July 2024

NiDCOM Boss congratulates Dr Ayeni, Dr Ijeoma Akunyili on their recent elections

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Hon.(Dr) Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/ CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has congratulated the duo of Dr. Olufemi Ayeni and Dr. Ijeoma Akunyili on their recent elections.   While Dr. Olufemi Ayemi emerged as the 79th Canadian Orthopaedic Association’s President, Dr. Ijeoma Akunyili was also elected as an Alumni Board Member of Harvard Kennedy School, USA.   In her congratulatory message, the elated NiDCOM boss applauded their victory, describing the feat as a mark of their dedication, hardwork, , strive for success and determination for excellence.   She prayed for their…

EFCC PROTEST: NOA deploys 4000 staff to track promoters of violence

Lukman Laleye Babalola

As security Agencies warned against the planned protests around the country, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) has activated its civil intelligence network, ordering its 812 offices around the country to identify incident spots and individuals nationwide involved in the planned protest. This directive was coming as the EFCC reported that certain individuals, especially those being investigated by the Commission, are mobilising youths, including school children, to stage a nationwide protest against the government. Director General of NOA, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, also urged parents and well-meaning Nigerians to advise their wards…

BREAKING: Court sacks Edo PDP guber candidate

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, on Thursday, voided the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) primary election that produced Asue Ighodalo as the party’s candidate in the November off cycle governorship election in Edo State. Justice Inyang Ekwo, in a judgment, held that the PDP’s primary held on Feb. 22 failed to comply with the provisions of the Electoral Act, 2022; the guidelines for the conduct of the poll and the party’s constitution. Justice Ekwo, who said that Exhibit PDP 1 tendered by the party was bereft of evidence, held…

Late Erasmus is not tortured to death -FCT Police …. Says autopsy confirms same

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Contrary to the video footage being recirculated on the X social media platform where it was alleged that one Erasmus Emhenya, who died on April 6, 2023, while in police custody, was tortured to death, the FCT police command has stated that the unfortunate incident was diligently investigated, reiterating that the deceased was not tortured to death as alleged. The command in a release signed by PPRO, SP Josephine Adeh said discrete investigations were conducted to determine the remote and immediate cause of death of the deceased, and an autopsy…

FCT Police storms kidnappers’ den, arrests 5 suspects, recovers exhibits

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a continuous effort to rid the nation’s capital of criminality, the operatives of the FCT police command from the Utako division, in a two-day streak operation between June 30 and July 3, 2024, acting on credible intelligence, trailed and arrested five (5) notorious kidnappers at Gwagwa and Dei-Dei, Abuja, respectively. The suspects, Umar Abdullahi, a.k.a. Auta 20, Likita Abubakar 29, Salisu Sani 24, Sabiu Mohammed, and Aliyu Suleiman 24, were arrested in connection with the kidnapping incident in Gwagwa on June 12, 2024, where a victim was kidnapped, the…

Senator Barau mourns veteran journalist, Kabiru Yusuf

Emporium Reporters

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has mourned the death a veteran journalist with the Radio France Internationale (RFI Hausa), Kabiru Yusuf,who died on Tuesday.   Late Kabiru Yusuf, who hailed from Kano State was the Federal Capital Territory correspondent of the Triumph Newspaper and RFI Hausa. He covered the State House for many years until his death.   In a statement by his Special Adviser, Media and Publicity, Alhaji Ismail Mudashir, Senator Barau said the deceased was a hardworking and committed journalist.   He also…

Nigeria can project itself through Cultural Diplomacy – Dabiri-Erewa

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa has emphasized the pivotal role of cultural diplomacy in enhancing Nigeria’s global relationships and image.   Speaking during a visit by the Director of the National Troupe of Nigeria, Kaltume Bulama Gana, at the Commission’s Headquarters in Abuja, Dabiri-Erewa underscored the transformative potential of cultural exchanges and initiatives. The NiDCOM Boss noted that cultural diplomacy served as a cornerstone for building robust bilateral and multilateral ties, fostering goodwill, and nurturing mutual respect among nations.   Drawing from recent…

The Atlantic Initiative: Foundations, Characteristics, and Geopolitical Identity.

Lukman Laleye Babalola

According to World Bank estimates, the interest in the Atlantic Ocean is constantly growing, driven by the desire to exploit its opportunities and capitalize on shared benefits to address global challenges. Oceans play a crucial role in the global economy, contributing $1.5 trillion each year, a figure that is expected to double by 2030 to over $3 trillion. This projected expansion is also expected to create nearly 50 million jobs in the sustainable maritime economy sector in Africa, while contributing approximately $21 billion to Latin America’s gross domestic product.  …

We’ve ensured inclusive, participatory House in one year – Speaker Abbas

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has stated that the 10th House under his leadership has ensured an inclusive and participatory legislature in the past one year. The Speaker also noted that the House has been implementing its Legislative Agenda, which it introduced in October, 2023. Speaker Abbas spoke on Wednesday at the National Assembly when he unveiled the one-year scorecard of the 10th House of Representatives at the opening of a 3-day ‘Open Week’ celebration organized by the Green Chamber. The event was also…

Abaribe leads S’east Senators to meet AGF over Kanu’s release

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Senators from the Southeast region have held a meeting with the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi,over the release of proscribed leader of the Indigenous People Of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu. The delegation which was headed by Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe representing Abia South, comprised about 15 federal lawmakers.   Senator Abaribe expressed strong believe that the AGF would persuade the Federal Government to release the separatist leader.   He argued that Kanu’s continued detention has aggravated insecurity and agitation in the South East, hindering social and…