Month: July 2025

DICAN Conference: Elumelu urges strategic action against disinformation, seeks stronger Media-Government synergy

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Former Minority Leader of the 9th House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Ndudi Elumelu, has called for strengthened collaboration among the media, intelligence community, and Nigeria’s diplomatic institutions to counter the growing threat of misinformation and disinformation undermining the nation’s stability and global image.   Elumelu made this call during his goodwill message at the maiden edition of the International Diplomatic and Security Conference organized by the Diplomatic Correspondents’ Association of Nigeria (DICAN) in Abuja. The conference brought together top diplomats, security experts, policymakers, and journalists to address pressing foreign policy…

Chief Amurun Idama sponsors Multi-Million Naira Delta Central U-17 Football Tournament … As Sheriff Oborevwori Unity Cup kicks off August 3 across eight LGAs

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Chairman of Arthur Ferdinand Ltd., Chief Amurun Idama Esq., has unveiled a multi-million naira football tournament aimed at promoting grassroots sports development and youth engagement across Delta Central Senatorial District.   Tagged the Sheriff Oborevwori U-17 Unity Cup, the competition is designed to identify and harness young football talents from the eight local government areas within the senatorial zone. The tournament will officially kick off on Saturday, August 3, 2025, with the opening fixture between Ethiope East and Ughelli North, scheduled for 3:00 p.m. at the Ekpan Police Station Football…

JONATHAN, IT’S TIME TO GET BACK! by Frank Tietie

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Cowards die many times before their deaths; The valiant never taste of death but once. Of all the wonders that I yet have heard, It seems to me most strange that men should fear; Seeing that death, a necessary end, Will come when it will come.” ― William Shakespeare, Julius Caesar   President Goodluck Jonathan will not be the first President to be reelected after defeat as an incumbent. However, he could probably be the first to cower in fear in the face of another clear, good-luck chance to be…

The Power Of The Qur’an In Changing Our Societies By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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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! In the fast-paced world we live in, finding direction, guidance, and purpose is crucial to our lives. For Muslims, the Qur’an is our compass, a sacred scripture providing understanding and timeless knowledge that influences our lives. The lessons and teachings offer us comfort, purpose, and direction in…

MURIC condemns masquerade attacks on muslims, calls for Government intervention

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), Oyo State Chapter, has strongly condemned the violent attacks on Muslims during a masquerade procession in Oyo town, describing the acts as provocative, unlawful, and a threat to peaceful coexistence in the state.   In a press statement released on Monday, MURIC recounted a disturbing incident which occurred on Friday, July 25, during the Egungun Festival outing. According to the group, a masquerader identified as Lobanika publicly assaulted Muslims at Oṣaro Market. The masquerader allegedly removed the cap of an Imam and later attacked another…

Prof Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda is a Square Peg in a Square Hole – Door 2 Door National Coordinator, Adekanbi, declares

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By Our Reporter     The National Coordinator of the Door-2-Door grassroots movement, Comrade Sunday Adekanbi, has hailed the emergence of Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda as the new National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), described him as “a square peg in a square hole.”   In a statement released on Sunday on behalf of the movement’s Founder and Grand Patron, High Chief (Dr.) Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, the Ibe-Ebidouwei of Ijaw Nation and Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Ltd (TSSNL), Adekanbi congratulated Professor Yilwatda…

Liberia honours Nigeria at 178th Independence Celebration, commends Tinubu’s Leadership

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Liberia has paid glowing tribute to Nigeria for its historic role in restoring peace during its civil war, as well as its ongoing commitment to African unity and regional cooperation, during celebrations marking its 178th Independence Anniversary.   Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar (OON), represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the national ceremony held in Monrovia. The event was attended by several African leaders, diplomats, and representatives of regional organisations.   Delivering President Tinubu’s goodwill message, Ambassador Tuggar reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to deepening bilateral relations with…

Senate denies rift between Akpabio, Bamidele during Executive Session … Says robust debates are part of legislative tradition

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Senate has refuted media reports alleging a clash between the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, and the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, during an executive session held to deliberate on whether the upper legislative chamber should proceed on its annual recess.   In a statement issued on Sunday by the Chairman, Senate Committee on Media and Publicity, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, the Senate described the reports as entirely false and misleading.   “The reports do not contain any iota of truth. In their entirety, they misconstrue our…

NIMC cautions Nigerians against selling NIN Data, disclaims liability for Data misuse

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has warned Nigerians against the indiscriminate sharing or sale of their personal data, especially their National Identification Numbers (NIN), stressing that it will not be held responsible for any misuse arising from such actions. This caution comes in response to a recent disclosure by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), which revealed a disturbing trend involving young Nigerians buying personal data from unsuspecting citizens at token amounts ranging between ₦1,500 and ₦2,000 and reselling the same to some fintech firms for up to…

Dabiri-Erewa, Others urge Nigerian Youths to embrace hard work, discipline at Diaspora Summit

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has advised Nigerian youths to embrace hard work, discipline, and dignity as core values that pave the way to lasting success.   She gave this charge during Day Two of the 2025 National Diaspora Day Youth Empowerment Summit held in Abuja, where she shared her personal journey from journalism into national leadership.   “As a journalist at NTA, I did my job well and was proud of it. That hard work got me nominated for a Harvard course, thanks…