Day: June 5, 2025

NIMC debunks claims of Server inaccessibility, affirms seamless verification for Police agencies

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has refuted reports alleging that the Police Service Commission (PSC) was denied access to its verification server, describing the claim as misleading and inaccurate.   In a statement issued on Thursday, June 5, 2025, and signed by Dr. Kayode Adegoke, Head of Corporate Communications at NIMC, the Commission clarified that all its verification service platforms remain fully functional and accessible to all authorised partners, including security agencies.   “The NIMC has granted verification access to all Nigerian Police formations for seamless National Identification Number…

Communications Minister ,Bosun Tijani commissions NCC Digital Industrial Park in Ogun, …… Reaffirms commitment to youth empowerment through Technology

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, on Tuesday, June 4, 2025, commissioned the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) Digital Industrial Park (DIP) in Abeokuta, Ogun State, reaffirming the Federal Government’s resolve to foster innovation and equip Nigerian youths with relevant digital skills.   The historic commissioning ceremony was graced by a host of distinguished dignitaries, including the Executive Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun; Deputy Governor, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele; Executive Vice Chairman of NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida; Chairman, Senate Committee on ICT, Senator Shuaib…

Tinubu commissions African Medical Centre of Excellence, Boosting Healthcare in Abuja

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Earlier today, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, officially commissioned the African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE), a state-of-the-art 500-bed tertiary hospital located in Abuja. The centre mark a significant milestone in Nigeria’s healthcare sector as the largest specialised private hospital in Nigeria and West Africa. The AMCE was developed by NNPC Limited in partnership with Afreximbank to provide advanced medical services, including oncology, haematology, cardiology, and general healthcare. The hospital also collaborates with King’s College Hospital, London, to ensure world-class diagnostics and treatment standards. Speaking…

NITDA DG champions inclusive Tech Policies,to empower 35million Nigerians with Special Needs

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, has called for deliberate inclusion of persons with special needs in the agency’s programmes and policies to drive Nigeria’s digital literacy and technological growth. During a strategic meeting with the Inclusive Friends Association, led by Executive Director Grace Jerry, at NITDA’s headquarters, Inuwa emphasized the need to intentionally design initiatives that accommodate the estimated 35 million Nigerians living with special needs.   “There is no way we can achieve 95% digital inclusion if we exclude 35…

Eid-el-Kabir: Tinubu greets Muslims, assures Nigerians of Renewed Economic Hope

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has felicitated with Nigerian Muslims and the global Muslim Ummah on the occasion of the 2025 Eid-el-Kabir celebration, urging citizens to uphold the values of sacrifice, devotion, and unity for national progress.   In a statement released on Thursday, June 5, 2025, the President said the Islamic festival represented a time of deep spiritual reflection and an opportunity to demonstrate the core virtues exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and taught by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).   “While this festival is marked with joy and celebration, its true…

Tinubu pledges increased infrastructure spending, flags off and commissions major projects nationwide

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to investing heavily in critical infrastructure projects across the country, called for stronger collaboration between federal and state governments to ensure seamless project execution.   Speaking on Thursday at the commissioning of the Lekki Deep Sea Port Access Road at the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical Plant in Lagos, President Tinubu emphasized the importance of aligning state-level building approvals with federal development plans.   “I have directed the Minister of Works, David Umahi, and the Surveyor General of the Federation to work…

Eid El Adha Celebrations: NUJ urges reflection on Food Security, Insecurity

Lukman Laleye Babalola

As Muslims across Nigeria mark the Eid El Adha festival, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has called for sober reflection on the nation’s most pressing challenges, particularly the rising insecurity and worsening food crisis affecting millions of Nigerians.   In a message signed by the NUJ National President, Comrade Alhassan Yahya Abdullahi, the union extended warm greetings to all Nigerians celebrating the festival and emphasized the need for both gratitude and introspection during this season.   The statement read “Eid El Adha is a time for reflection, gratitude, and…

MURIC accuses FG, NRC of religious bias over Free Train Rides

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has criticized the Federal Government and the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) for what it described as discriminatory treatment of Nigerian Muslims, particularly in the provision of free train services during festive periods.   In a strongly worded statement released on Thursday, June 5, 2025, the Executive Director of MURIC, Professor Ishaq Akintola, alleged that while Christians were offered free train rides during the 2024 Christmas celebrations and into early January 2025, no such provision has been made for Muslims ahead of the upcoming Eid al-Kabir…

Eid-el-Adha: NOA DG felicitates muslims, advocates tolerance and environmental responsibility

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, has felicitated with Muslim faithful across Nigeria on the occasion of the Eid-el-Adha celebration, urged all Nigerians to embrace tolerance and environmental responsibility as key values for national development.   In a goodwill message to mark the Sallah festivities, Issa-Onilu emphasized the importance of tolerance in fostering peaceful coexistence and national cohesion, especially in a culturally diverse country like Nigeria.   The DG said “Tolerance is a core national value that strengthens our unity and unlocks the collective potential…

FG allays fears over Mokwa Bridge, assures uninterrupted Traffic flow

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has reassured Nigerians of the safety and continued accessibility of the Mokwa Bridge in Niger State, affirmed that there will be no disruption in vehicular movement along the critical transport route. This assurance followed recent concerns over the impact of flooding in the Mokwa area. During a visit to the site on Tuesday, the Director General of the Agency, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, stated that the Federal Government is actively addressing the situation to prevent any interruption in traffic flow and to maintain road safety for…