Month: March 2025

House of Reps condemns Edo mob killing, demands justice for victims

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The House of Representatives has strongly condemned the brutal killing of 16 travellers from Northern Nigeria in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of Edo State, called for swift and thorough justice against the perpetrators.   In a statement issued on Saturday by the House Spokesman, Rep. Akin Rotimi Jr., the lawmakers described the incident as a grave violation of human rights and the rule of law.   The House acknowledged the directives of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo, instructing security agencies to conduct…

Bamidele hails Tinubu at 73, describes him as a Courageous Reformer

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Leader of the Senate, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, has felicitated with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his 73rd birthday, described him as a courageous reformer, fearless patriot, and an unwavering optimist in Nigeria’s future.   In a statement released by his Directorate of Media and Public Affairs on Saturday, Bamidele commended the president for his bold economic and structural reforms over the past 22 months despite prevailing challenges.   He noted that Tinubu’s administration has been working diligently with its economic team to redirect the country from economic decline to…

Eid-el-Fitr: Niger Police assures adequate security, warns against thuggery

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Niger State Police Command has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring a peaceful and secure Eid-el-Fitr celebration across the state. The Commissioner of Police, CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, has directed all Heads of Departments, Area Commanders, Tactical Commanders, Intelligence Units, and Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) to adopt intelligence-led policing and conduct raids on criminal hideouts to guarantee a hitch-free festivity.   In a statement released by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP W.A. Abiodun, the Commissioner emphasized the need for proactive security measures. He ordered the deployment of operational assets,…

EFCC clarifies Achimugu’s investigation, denies political Links to Atiku, Sanwo-Olu

Emporium Reporters

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has refuted media speculations linking its investigation of Ms. Aisha Achimugu to political figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.   In a statement released on Friday by EFCC’s Head of Media & Publicity, Dele Oyewale, the anti-graft agency maintained that Achimugu’s case is strictly a criminal investigation with no political connections.   “We wish to state unequivocally that the investigations of Achimugu have no correlation of any kind with the two political actors. She is being…

Alumni treasure and national transformation By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Emporium Reporters

Ayodele Aluko, a veteran journalist and communication consultant, was recently elected as the National President of St. Patrick’s Grammar School, Ibadan, Oyo State. (SPACO) Alumni Association. A member of the 1975/1980 set, he took over from Dayo Mobereola, who now serves as the Managing Director of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA). Under Aluko’s leadership, the SPACO Alumni Association has pledged to undertake several initiatives, including launching the SPACO Alumni Library Day, spearheading a book donation drive, securing sponsors for a multi-sports complex, and deploying a strategy to…

Dabiri-Erewa calls for strategic communication to address Japa syndrome

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has called for a more strategic approach to migration communication and diaspora engagement to mitigate the negative impacts of the “Japa” phenomenon on Nigeria’s development.   Speaking at the 6th International Conference on Communication and Development in Africa, held at Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Dabiri-Erewa, represented by Dr. Sule Yakubu Bassi, Secretary to the Commission, emphasized the need to shift the narrative from “brain drain” to “brain gain” and “brain circulation.”   “Instead of focusing only on the…

Wike’s Honorary PhD in Law ; Honor to Whom it is Due, By ABUBAKAR YUSUF

Abubakar Yusuf

The road to the ancient town of Calabar, Cross River State came back to life aside going for Tinapa, but this time around Barrister Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, the workaholic and indefatigable Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, was honored with a Honorary Doctorate degree in law PhD,( Honoris Causa), the profession he built his life career .   As early as Saturday morning , 22nd March , 2025 , dignitaries from all walks of life within and outside the shores of the country trooped into Calabar , the capital…

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…