Day: January 8, 2025

19-Year-Old Yaqub Usman-Malah Joins Brito Sporting Club

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a significant move for his budding football career, 19-year-old Nigerian-born footballer Yaqub Usman-Malah has signed with Brito Sporting Club of Portugal. The official announcement and unveiling ceremony took place on January 4, 2025, marking a new chapter for the promising young athlete.   Yaqub, born in Nigeria in 2006, has shown immense potential and talent from an early age. Prior to his recent signing, he honed his skills at the Brooke College Football Academy in the United Kingdom, where he made a notable impact. His impressive record includes 17…

NAHCON commences Pre-Hajj arrangements with key visit to Saudi Arabia

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has commenced major preparations for the 2025 Hajj with a significant working visit to Saudi Arabia, led by its Chairman, Prof. Abdullahi Saleh Usman.   The visit, which began on January 7, 2025, was organized at the invitation of the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah (MoHU) and aimed to finalize critical arrangements for the annual Muslim pilgrimage.   The NAHCON delegation included key Commissioners such as Prof. Abubakar Abubakar Yagawal (Planning, Research, Statistics, Information, and Library Services), Prince Anofiu Olanrewaju Elegushi (Operations,…

Zacch Adedeji @ 47: Celebrating A Man Of Exceptional Grace, Excellence | By Dare Adekanmbi

Emporium Reporters

Ecclesiastical evidence abounds to affirm that God does not look at people or issues through the same prism from which human beings perceive matters. As mortals, we give primacy to mundane parameters as appearance or outward adornments, height or whether the person is oozing opulence or simply look at nobility of a person’s birth before ascribing value or judgment to such a person.   The story of David’s ascension to the throne of Israel summarises howGod make His choices. Prophet Samuel beheld the firstborn of Jesse named Eliab and, looking…

Ganduje refutes Obi’s allegation of Life Threat, labels it falsehood

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a swift response to recent allegations by Mr. Peter Obi, former Governor of Anambra State and presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 elections, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has dismissed claims of threats to Obi’s life as false and misleading.   Dr. Ganduje, in a statement released on Tuesday, described Obi’s accusations as baseless and an attempt to seek undue attention. He criticized the claims, which were made public via Obi’s verified social media account, as a calculated…

Niger CP decorates 204 newly promoted Officers, urges enhanced commitment

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a ceremony held at the State Police Headquarters, Minna, the Niger State Police Command, under the leadership of Commissioner of Police (CP) Shawulu Ebenezer Danmamman, decorated 204 newly promoted officers with their new ranks. The event, which took place on 8th January 2025, saw officers rose to higher ranks, including one Deputy Commissioner of Police, ten Chief Superintendents of Police, twelve Superintendents of Police, and 181 Deputy Superintendents of Police.   CP Danmamman, in his address, congratulated the officers and reminded them of the increased responsibilities that come with…

FG to adjust Telecom Tariffs, assures Fair Balance

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, has revealed that telecom tariffs will soon be adjusted, though the increase will fall short of the 100% requested by telecom operators.   Following a stakeholders meeting with Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) in Abuja, Tijani highlighted the government’s ongoing consultations and reassured Nigerians that the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) would announce the new tariffs soon.   “Telecom companies have been pushing for a 100% tariff increase. However, we will not approve such a steep hike. The NCC is still…

Mr and Mrs Omoniyi Salami Honored as Happy Home Marriage Consult’s Best Couple of 2024

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a heartfelt celebration of love, commitment, and community service, Mr. and Mrs. Omoniyi Salami have been named Happy Home Marriage Consult’s Best Couple of 2024. The prestigious award was presented at a grand ceremony in Kaduna, attended by notable dignitaries, family, friends, and well-wishers. The Salamis were recognized for their exceptional dedication to the core values of a successful marriage—understanding, communication, and shared purpose. Their enduring partnership is built on a strong foundation of trust and mutual respect, which has seen them navigate life’s challenges with grace and resilience.…

NASRDA announces Rare Planetary Alignment Visible Across Nigeria on January 25, 2025

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) has confirmed a rare planetary alignment set to occur on January 25, 2025, providing Nigerians with an extraordinary opportunity to witness a celestial spectacle visible to the naked eye. The event will captivate astronomy enthusiasts, skywatchers, and photographers alike. From 5:00 pm until after dark, different planets will be visible at various times throughout the evening. The schedule is as follows: 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm: Venus will be visible in the southwest. 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm: Saturn will appear in…

Tompolo Hails Mele Kyari on 60th Birthday, Applauds NNPCL’s Role in Nigeria’s Economic Growth

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Chief (Dr.) Government Ekpemupolo, also known as Tompolo, Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL), has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Mallam Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), on the occasion of his 60th birthday today, January 8, 2025.   In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Media and Communication, Dr. Paul Bebenimibo, Tompolo lauded Kyari for his visionary leadership that has transformed NNPCL from a struggling entity to a thriving institution. He praised Kyari’s efforts in…

NASC Chairman decorates Newly Promoted Ifeanyi Nwoye in charge of National Assembly Service Commission.

Abubakar Yusuf

BY Abubakar Yusuf.   The Chairman, National Assembly Service Commission NASC, Engr Ahmed Kadi Amshi has decorated the newly promoted Police Officer in charge of the National Assembly Service Commission NASC, Mr Ifeanyi Nwoye, Officer in Charge (OIC), who was recently promoted by the Police Service Commission (PSC) to the rank of Superintendent of Police (SP).   The event which took place on Tuesday at the Headquarters of the commission at Utako , Abuja .   The newly promoted Superintendent of Police SP was decorated by the Chairman along with…