Month: March 2025

NHRC condemns jungle justice in Edo, calls for justice and protection of citizens

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has strongly condemned the recent killing of 16 traveling hunters in Edo State, who were mistakenly identified as kidnappers and lynched by a mob.   In a statement, the Executive Secretary of NHRC, Dr. Tony Ojukwu, described the incident as horrific and a gross violation of human rights. He emphasized the dangers of mob justice and the urgent need for effective law enforcement to protect innocent lives.   “We commend Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, for his swift action in suspending the Commander of…

Uromi Killings: Gov Okpebholo visits bereaved families in Kano, assures Justice

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has visited the families of victims who were brutally killed in Uromi, Edo State, some of whom hailed from Bankure Local Government Area of Kano State.   During his visit, Governor Okpebholo expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident and assured the bereaved families that justice would be served. He revealed that security agencies had already arrested 14 suspects, with more arrests expected as investigations continue.   “I was deeply touched when I received the news of the incident at night. By 4 a.m.,…

Tinubu extends tenure of Immigration Comptroller-General Kemi Nandap until 2026

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the extension of the tenure of the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Mrs. Kemi Nanna Nandap, until December 31, 2026.   Mrs. Nandap, who began her career with the NIS on October 9, 1989, was initially appointed as Comptroller-General on March 1, 2024, with her tenure set to end on August 31, 2025. However, in recognition of her leadership and contributions to the service, President Tinubu has granted an extension, allowing her to continue steering the agency’s affairs for an additional period.…

HOSTCOM Endorses President Tinubu for 2027

Emporium Reporters

By Our Reporter. The leaders and indigenes of Host Communities of Nigeria producing oil and gas HOSTCOM under the leadership of His Highness , (Dr) Benjamin Style Tamaranebi of in collaboration with the grand patron, Government Oweizide Ekpemukpolo Tompolo who doubles as Chairman , Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited TSSNL has endorsed the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu under his Renewed Hope Agenda come 2027 election. In a world press conference addressed by the two prominent stakeholders on Monday , described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration as a process…

Open Letter to HE, Godswill Akpabio: Before this issue becomes another crisis!

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Your Excellency, because this borders on the economic development of our dear country, I am driven by a sense of patriotism to reach out to you through this medium. Right away, Your Excellency, you are certainly not as bad as you are portrayed in certain quarters. Your real challenge concerning image and reputation lies squarely with the way those who “love” you more than the rest of us handle your public affairs. Your Excellency, except for other considerations, these people merely love you to the extent of what your influence…

Uromi Killings: Gov Okpebholo meets Deputy Senate President, says 14 suspects to face further interrogation in Abuja … Perpetrators must be brought to book – Sen. Barau vows

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has assured that justice will be served in the gruesome killing of travelers in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of Edo State.   During a condolence visit to the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, in Abuja on Monday, Governor Okpebholo confirmed that 14 suspects arrested in connection with the killings would be taken to Abuja for further interrogation.   A mob had intercepted a vehicle carrying travelers heading to Kano State for Sallah celebrations, ransacked their belongings, and murdered…

Natasha and her Osun goddess By Lasisi Olagunju

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A short four minutes, thirty three seconds video of what looks like Kogi senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, worshipping at the Osun shrine in Osogbo is trending. If she is truly the one in the video, then his traducers better back off before the deluge comes with its fury. You do not beat the child of the goddess and get its applause.   Professor Karin Barber is a foremost authority in Yoruba praise names (Oríkì). In a 1990 piece, she tells two Osun goddess stories which may guide those fighting her daughter.…

Monday Lines 1 Balling with Bola Tinubu at 73 By Lasisi Olagunju

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The Nigerian presidency is an energizing elixir. It has proven to be very effective in breathing life into dry bones. To old creaky engines, it gives deep cleaning; it replaces worn parts and upgrades the lubrication system. Olusegun Obasanjo went in there and got transformed from an imprisoned stork to a clean-shaven ladies’ egret. The Balogun Owu has since refused to age. Muhammadu Buhari entered the Villa peaky, ill and ailing. He left the place with his engine and chassis reinvented. His successor, super rich Lion of Bourdillon, broke the…

MURIC Abuja urges Muslims to sustain Ramadan spirit beyond Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations

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The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), Abuja Chapter, has called on the Muslim Ummah to uphold the values of Ramadan beyond the Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations. The organization emphasized the importance of continuing the spiritual discipline, generosity, and devotion nurtured during the holy month. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Ustaz Yunus Salahudeen, and Public Relations Officer, Lukman Laleye Babalola, MURIC Abuja stressed that Ramadan was not just a period of fasting but a time of spiritual renewal and selflessness. “The true essence of Ramadan is reflected in our ability to carry…

A Day After the Uromi Murder… By Abdullahi O Haruna Haruspice

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The charred remains of the slain Kano hunters have been buried. Perhaps the peace they couldn’t find on earth will come to their souls now, for they did not die in their natural state but in a hurried and brutal fate. Dying while fasting may offer some consolation to the 16 murdered Kano-bound travelers at Uromi. With unmitigated grief and collective calls for justice, now is the time to critically examine the issues at hand. The North continues to lose its most productive citizens at an alarming rate. Every day,…