Month: July 2025

CGC Adeniyi reassures Stakeholders on Seamless Rollout of B’Odogwu Clearance Platform

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, has reiterated the Service’s unwavering commitment to a transparent, seamless, and inclusive deployment of the B’Odogwu clearance platform, assuring stakeholders that their feedback remains central to the system’s optimisation. Adeniyi gave the assurance during a stakeholder town hall meeting held in Lagos on Monday, July 21, 2025. Themed “Enhancing Trade Compliance and System Optimisation Through Stakeholder Engagement,” the session brought together key players in the trade and logistics ecosystem to review the platform’s performance and chart the way forward.  …

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu launches National HIV Policy Documents as Nigeria intensifies efforts to eliminate Pediatric HIV

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria has taken a bold step in its commitment to eliminate pediatric HIV with the launch of two national policy documents by the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, at the National HIV Health Sector Symposium organised by the Federal Ministry of Health & Social Welfare FMOH, on Tuesday at the Abuja Continental Hotel. The event, themed “Advancing PMTCT and Pediatric HIV Coverage in Nigeria,” brought together key players in the health sector to assess progress, address existing gaps, and mobilize unified efforts toward eliminating mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) of HIV in…

Senate calls for immediate implementation of 4% FOB Policy, seeks monthly Customs budget reports

Lukman Laleye Babalola

By James Isaac,Abuja       The Joint Committee on Customs and Excise of the National Assembly has called for the urgent implementation of the 4% Free On Board (FOB) policy and directed the Nigeria Customs Service to submit monthly performance reports on the 2024 budget.   The resolution followed an interactive session on Monday at the National Assembly involving lawmakers, the Coordinating Minister of the Economy and Minister of Finance, Mr. Wale Edun, and the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi.   Chairman of the Committee, Senator Jibrin Isah…

MURIC to Erdogan: Stop Crying Wolf, No Gulenist Terrorists Operating in Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has responded strongly to a recent warning issued by the Turkish government regarding the alleged presence of Gulenist terrorists in Nigeria, described the claim as baseless and politically motivated.   In a statement issued on Monday, July 21, 2025, the Executive Director of MURIC, Professor Ishaq Akintola, accused Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of “crying wolf where there is none,” urged him to desist from targeting Turkish-linked educational and humanitarian organisations in Nigeria.   According to MURIC, the Turkish government had recently called on Nigerian…

FG, Diaspora Community set to partner on Humanitarian interventions

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has expressed readiness to collaborate with the Nigerian Diaspora community in addressing pressing humanitarian challenges across the country and beyond.   This assurance was given by the Honourable Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, during an official meeting with a delegation from the Diaspora community led by Sir Chibuzo Ubochi.   The meeting focused on exploring strategic partnerships aimed at supporting underprivileged Nigerians, especially the underfed, while also reinforcing the welfare of Nigerians living in the Diaspora.   Prof. Yilwatda commended the…

This Is The Reality Of Death! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

Emporium Reporters

In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   All praise is due to Allah. I testify that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah and that Muhammad is His servant and Messenger.   Dear brothers and sisters! I enjoin you and myself to fear Allah, for it is the provision and safety in this world and the Last Day:   “The day when neither wealth nor sons will avail, except him who brings to Allah a clean heart.” [Surah Ash- Shu’ara: 88-89]   Allah…

NiDCOM to launch Diaspora Housing Platform at National Diaspora Day 2025

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) will launch the Diaspora Home and Abroad Platform during the sixth edition of the National Diaspora Day (NDD), scheduled for July 25 and 26, 2025, at the State House Conference Centre, Presidential Villa, Abuja.   Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, the Chairman/CEO of NiDCOM, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, said the new platform is designed to provide safe, accessible, and reliable housing opportunities for Nigerians living abroad, enabling them to invest in real estate back home with confidence.   She explained that the 2025…

NiDCOM to host 2025 National Diaspora Day and Merit Awards in Abuja …. Celebrates Over $20 Billion Diaspora Contributions

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) is set to host the 2025 edition of the National Diaspora Day (NDD) and the 3rd National Diaspora Merit Awards (NDMA) from July 25 to 26, 2025, in Abuja.   The two-day event will be held in a hybrid format at the State House Conference Centre, Presidential Villa, allowing participation from both local and global audiences.   Chairman/CEO of NiDCOM, Hon. Dr. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, disclosed this during a World Press conference at the commission’s headquarters, emphasised that this year’s theme, “Optimising Formidable Diaspora Potentials…

NUJ FCT leads Walk for Press Freedom, demands Protection, Better Welfare for Journalists

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, has called on all tiers of government, civil society organisations, and relevant stakeholders to safeguard press freedom and protect the rights of journalists in Nigeria. The call was made during a “Walk for Press Freedom” held in Abuja on Monday as part of activities marking the 2025 NUJ FCT Press Week, themed “Journalism in a changing World: Media, Press Freedom, Democracy and Society.” Chairperson of the NUJ FCT Council, Ms. Grace Ike, said the walk symbolised solidarity with press…

NiDCOM, First Bank Drive Diaspora Financial Inclusion at Nigeria UK Festival

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a strategic move to enhance financial inclusion for Nigerians living abroad, the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) partnered with First Bank Plc to provide diaspora banking services during the recently held Nigeria UK Festival at Barking Park, London. The initiative witnessed an impressive turnout despite the heavy rainfall, as hundreds of Nigerians took advantage of the opportunity to open bank accounts and access other financial services, underscoring the diaspora community’s strong desire for seamless banking access.   According to a statement by NiDCOM’s Director of Media, Public Relations, and…