Day: June 28, 2025

Benue-born Technocrat, Rawlins Agada, appointed Clerk of the Nigerian Senate

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Assembly Service Commission has officially appointed Mr. Rawlins Emmanuel Agada as the new Clerk of the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, marking a significant milestone in the history of legislative service in the country.   Mr. Agada, a native of Ipari Otukpa in Ai-Oodo, Ogbadibo Local Government Area of Benue State, is a seasoned legislative expert with decades of experience in parliamentary administration. His career has been defined by exceptional service, reform-driven leadership, and international legislative engagements.   Over the years, he has held several strategic…

NUJ FCT, Nizamiye Hospital conduct Free Health Screening for over 300 Abuja Journalists … High Blood Pressure, Sugar Level Cases Dominate as CDS Applauds Initiative

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, in collaboration with Nizamiye Hospital, on Saturday conducted a free medical outreach for over 300 journalists in Abuja. The exercise, held at the NUJ FCT Secretariat in Utako, focused on routine health screenings, during which many participants were found to have high blood pressure and elevated sugar levels. The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, praised the initiative as timely and thoughtful. Represented by the Director of Medical Services, Surgeon Commodore Momoh Jimoh Salihu, the CDS said,…

FG to launch BRIDGE platform to harness Diaspora Expertise for Education, Health Development

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The Federal Government is set to launch a strategic initiative known as BRIDGE an acronym for Bridging Research, Innovation, Development and Global Engagement to tap into the wealth of expertise among Nigerian professionals in the diaspora and align it with national development priorities in the education and health sectors. Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, disclosed this during a high-level meeting with the Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, in Abuja. The Minister said the BRIDGE Initiative included a digital dashboard developed by the…

FG assures Nigerians in Iran of safety amid Regional Tensions ….. NiDCOM confirms No Casualties, urges registration with Embassies

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed the safety and well-being of all Nigerians residing in Iran, amidst recent regional security concerns. The assurance came through the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) and the Nigerian Embassy in Tehran.   Chairman/CEO of NiDCOM, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, in a statement issued from Abuja, emphasized that there have been no reported cases of death or injury involving Nigerian citizens in Iran.   “We remain committed to the safety and well-being of all Nigerians in the diaspora. The situation in Iran underscores the need…

SDGs; Providing Succour to Special Persons In Nigeria, BY ABUBAKAR YUSUF

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In line with it’s global Goals and it’s all encompassing policy of both abled and un-enabled in the society, through the domestication of programs and preparation for the decade of action, 2020-2030 agenda, the Sustainable Development Goals SDGs in Nigeria has inculcated the blind ones with the commencement, provision, construction and commissioning of an Art Home, school for the blind in lagos to advance inclusive Education as members of the enlarged Nigeria society.   Under the leadership of Princess Adejoke Orelope Adefulire, the Sustainable Development Goals SDGs decision coming after…

Nigeria assumes global Customs leadership as CGC Adeniyi emerges WCO Council Chairperson

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria has recorded a major diplomatic and institutional milestone as the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, was unanimously elected Chairperson of the World Customs Organization (WCO) Council the highest decision-making body in international customs administration.   The election, held on Saturday, 28th June 2025, at the WCO Headquarters in Brussels during the concluding session of the 145th/146th Council Meetings, marked a historic moment for Nigeria and Africa. Adeniyi becomes the first Nigerian to occupy the position since the WCO’s establishment, succeeding Edward Kieswetter, Commissioner of the South African Revenue…

Nigeria, Belarus sign Customs Cooperation deal to boost Trade and Economic integration

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has taken another decisive step in its international engagement strategy with the signing of a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Cooperation and Mutual Assistance in Customs Matters with the Republic of Belarus.   The agreement was concluded on Friday, June 27, 2025, as a key side event during the ongoing 145th/146th Sessions of the Customs Co-operation Council at the World Customs Organization (WCO) Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium.   The MoU was formally signed by the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, on behalf of…

BREAKING: Nigerian Business Icon Alhaji Aminu Dantata passes away at 94

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Renowned Nigerian billionaire and philanthropist, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, has passed away at the age of 94.   His death was confirmed on Saturday through a social media post by Uba Tanko Mijinyawa, the Deputy National Treasurer of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA).   Mijinyawa wrote in Hausa: “Inna Lillahi wa’inna ilaihi Raji’un. Allah ya yi wa babanmu Dattijo, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, rasuwa. Muna addu’a Allah ya jikan sa, ya gafarta masa. Za a sanar da lokacin jana’izarsa.”   The message translates:…

Osun APC guber ticket: Aspirants emerge, battle lines drawn By abiodun KOMOLAFE

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With the 2026 Osun gubernatorial contest, slated for Saturday, August 8, 2026, it is not surprising that the jockeying to win the governorship ticket, especially for the All Progressives Congress (APC) is on. Of course, the incumbent governor will clinch the ticket of his party, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). So, all eyes and interests would be on the APC. Well, there are two issues of concern here, which must be taken into cognizance in working out the permutations. In the first place, would zoning be an issue? If it…

Beyond the Barrel: How Nigeria’s Military Diplomacy Campaign is rewriting the Rules of Engagement in the Niger Delta, By Lukman Laleye Babalola

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In the lush, oil-rich creeks of the Niger Delta, the sound of boots on the ground is no longer just a symbol of enforcement. It is increasingly becoming the rhythm of dialogue a cautious but deliberate dance toward peace, trust, and partnership.   Earlier this week,the Defence Headquarters, Abuja, launched a bold and unprecedented initiative: the Military Diplomacy and Sensitization Campaign a multi-community outreach program spanning Degema, Ahoada, and Eleme LGAs in Rivers State. At the core of the mission was a clear message from the Chief of Defence Staff,…