Day: March 28, 2025

Senate President Akpabio celebrates Tinubu at 73, praises his leadership and vision

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The President of the 10th Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has extended warm felicitations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on the occasion of his 73rd birthday, described his passion for Nigeria’s progress as “contagious.”   In a personally signed congratulatory message, Akpabio lauded President Tinubu’s leadership, democratic ideals, and dedication to the nation, emphasizing his role in shaping Nigeria’s political landscape.   “Your Excellency, on behalf of my family, my constituents, the Senate, and the entire National Assembly, I wish you a happy 73rd birthday. Today marks a significant milestone…

Speaker Abbas hails President Tinubu on 73rd Birthday, commends transformative leadership

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has extended warm felicitations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on the occasion of his 73rd birthday, described him as a visionary leader committed to Nigeria’s progress.   In a statement issued on Friday, Speaker Abbas paid glowing tributes to the President, acknowledged his contributions to national development and democracy. He emphasized that Nigeria is fortunate to have a leader of Tinubu’s experience and patriotism at this crucial juncture in its democratic journey.   The Speaker commended President Tinubu’s…

NNPC Foundation to restore vision for 6,000 Nigerians, donate 25,000 STEM Books, train farmers nationwide

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a bid to enhance healthcare, education, and agriculture across Nigeria, the NNPC Foundation Ltd/Gte, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of NNPC Ltd., has launched three transformative programs targeting thousands of Nigerians.   According to a statement signed by Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPC Ltd., the initiatives included free cataract surgeries, the donation of 25,000 Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) textbooks, and agricultural training for 6,000 vulnerable farmers. These efforts reflected NNPC Ltd.’s commitment to improving the quality of life and creating sustainable opportunities for…

NYSC partners NHIA to enhance Corps members’ healthcare services

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle Oluseye Nafiu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring Corps Members receive quality healthcare services throughout their service year.   He made this known during his courtesy visit to the Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Dr. Kelechi Ohiri, at the agency’s headquarters in Abuja. General Nafiu emphasized that Corps Members face various risks and health hazards during their national service, making it imperative to provide a comprehensive healthcare package. He described…

Gov Okpebholo visits Uromi, vows justice for murdered travellers

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has vowed to bring to justice those responsible for the tragic killing of travellers in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area. The incident, which occurred on Thursday, March 27, 2025, allegedly involved members of a local vigilante group and led to multiple deaths and acts of arson.   Governor Okpebholo, who visited the town on Friday, condemned the killings in the strongest terms, emphasized that no individual or group has the right to take the law into their own hands. He ordered the…

Deputy Senate President condemns killing of Northern travellers in Edo, demands justice

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has strongly condemned the killing of Northern travellers in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of Edo State, calling on security agencies to swiftly apprehend the perpetrators. The victims, mostly Hausa hunters traveling to Kano for Sallah celebrations, were reportedly intercepted by a mob, dragged out of their vehicle, and brutally murdered. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Alhaji Ismail Mudashir, Senator Barau described the act as “barbaric, inhumane, and devilish,” urging the Edo…

NAHCON Evaluates Service Providers’ Preparedness for 2025 Hajj

Emporium Reporters

As preparation for the 2025 Hajj gain momentum, the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has embarked on an inspection tour to assess the readiness of key service providers responsible for Nigerian pilgrims’ welfare in Saudi Arabia.   Leading the delegation, NAHCON Chairman/CEO, Professor Abdullahi Usman Saleh, visited Mashariq Aldhahabiah, the Saudi Arabian firm contracted for Masha’ir services, where he emphasized the commission’s commitment to seamless pilgrimage arrangements.   “Following your recent visit to Nigeria, we must remain updated on new developments and potential challenges. Our priority is to ensure…

Friday Sermon: 1446 AH/2025 Eid-ul-Fitr Celebrations By Imam Murtadha Gusau

Emporium Reporters

In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   Verily, all praise is for Allah. We praise Him, we seek His assistance and we ask for His forgiveness. And we seek refuge in Him from the evils of ourselves. Whoever Allah guides, none can misguide. Whoever He misguides, none can guide. And I bear witness that there is no deity other than Allah and I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and messenger.   Dear brothers and sisters! Eid-ul-Fitr, also known as Eid al-Fitr or simply…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at 73: A Legacy of Leadership, Resilience, and Nation-Building By Lukman Laleye Babalola

Lukman Laleye Babalola

As President Bola Ahmed Tinubu marks his 73rd birthday on March 29, 2025, Nigerians reflect on the journey of a political strategist, astute administrator, and dogged democrat whose influence has shaped Nigeria’s political and economic landscape for decades. His life is a testament to resilience, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to progressive governance. From Corporate Success to Political Leadership Born on March 29, 1952, Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s journey into leadership began in the corporate world. He studied Accounting at Chicago State University and worked with global firms like Arthur Andersen,…

HOSTCOM reiterates commitment to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

Emporium Reporters

By Our Reporter. The President , Host Communities of Nigeria producing Oil and Gas HOSTCOM, His Highness, (Dr )Benjamin Style Tamaranebi JP has praised Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu under his Renewed Hope Agenda by increasing the production output of crude oil on assumption of duty, that reduced oil theft . In an open letter to Nigeria’s President,Niger Delta Youths tagged “Call for Restraint; Killing of personnel of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited TSSNL, Bombing of oil facilities in the Niger Delta – Protecting our future ” issued on Thursday…