Day: January 2, 2025

AHEAD OF MIDTERM, EMERGING SIGNS FAVOURABLE FOR THE TINUBU ADMINISTRATION By Bayo Onanuga

Emporium Reporters

Although the Tinubu Administration’s midterm is five months away, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu can proudly reflect on his administration’s journey over the last 19 months. After initial turbulence, the government concluded 2024 stronger than 2023, as many policies began yielding significant results that even the most ardent detractors could not ignore.   Under President Tinubu’s leadership, NNPC Limited has fixed two of the four state-owned oil refineries, achieving what many had cynically regarded as improbable. The administration’s efforts have led to a rise in crude oil production, with an expected…

APC slams Peter Obi over New Year message, Highlights Economic Gains Under Tinubu

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticized former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, for his New Year message, describing it as a “gloom-ridden wishlist” aimed at scoring cheap political points.   In a statement issued by Felix Morka, the APC National Publicity Secretary, the party accused Obi of painting a misleading picture of Nigeria’s political, economic, and security situation. The APC emphasized that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has achieved significant progress since taking office, contrary to Obi’s assertions.   Morka outlined several…

Governors pledge support for Tinubu’s Food Security Reforms

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In a renewed effort to tackle Nigeria’s food crisis, Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has assured Nigerians of state governors’ commitment to supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s agricultural reforms aimed at reducing food prices and ensuring food security.   Governor Okpebholo made this known on Wednesday after joining Vice President Kashim Shettima, fellow state governors, and National Assembly leaders on a New Year visit to President Tinubu at his Ikoyi residence in Lagos.   Speaking to journalists after the meeting, Governor Okpebholo described the President as deeply passionate about…

When showmanship becomes diplomacy, By Ahmad Sajoh

Emporium Reporters

At the risk of swimming against the tide of the anti-Tinubu sentiments pervading some sections of the country I stand to point large gaping holes in the showmanship displayed by the President of Niger Republic General Abdurramane Tchiane. A leader of a country by whatever means is also the Chief Diplomat of that nation. When such a person replaces diplomatic finesse with grandstanding and showmanship, definitely something is wrong somewhere.   Unfortunately, many Nigerians including credible groups seem to support his diatribes and use them as a basis for questioning…

Pastor Adeboye: The Soun and Public Good ,By Olusegun Adeniyi

Emporium Reporters

Throughout history, religions and religious leaders have impacted the affairs of countries. For instance, the ‘Asian Miracle’ is in part explained by the discipline and work ethic integral to the Buddhist religion. Christianity, Hinduism, Judaism, Islam and other religions have also helped to shape societies. This is why some have remarked that with so many Christians and Muslims in Nigeria, there is very little Christianity and very little Islam. It appears that in our country, religion is only capable of serving as a tool for division and exploitation. It is…

Commander 18 Brigade Hosts New Year Luncheon for Frontline Troops in Tagina

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a gesture of appreciation and morale-boosting, Brigadier General Taiye Ahmed, Commander of the 18 Brigade, organized a special New Year lunch for frontline troops at the Brigade Tactical Headquarters in Tagina, Rafi Local Government Area of Niger State, on January 1, 2025. During the event, Brigadier General Ahmed delivered the New Year goodwill message from the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General O.O. Oluyede.   The COAS commended the troops for their sacrifices and unwavering commitment to tackling the nation’s security challenges. He encouraged them to remain disciplined,…