Month: July 2025

Tinubu reaffirms commitment to Diaspora Engagement at 2025 National Diaspora Day …Unveils Home and Abroad Housing Platform

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to strengthening engagement with Nigerians in the diaspora, recognizing their strategic role in national development. Unveiling of Diaspora Home & Abroad Housing Platform at National Diaspora Day celebration in Abuja by the Representative of President Bola Tinubu, Senator George Akume, Secretary To the Government of Federation. Speaking through the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, who represented him as Special Guest of Honour, the President assured diaspora Nigerians of the government’s sustained efforts to create…

NIMC to roll out new General Multipurpose Identity Card by October 2025 – Dr Alvan Ikoku

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has announced plans to roll out a new General Multipurpose Identity Card by October 2025. This was disclosed by Dr. Alvan Ikoku, Director and Head of the Strategic and Program Office at NIMC, during the second day of a Two-Day Roundtable with Online Publishers in Abuja. Dr. Ikoku reaffirmed that the National Identification Number (NIN) remained the core digital identity token in Nigeria and has never been suspended. He explained that while other identity tokens exist, such as the earlier version of the General…

Great Ife Alumni Association celebrates Three OAU Scholars elected as Fellows of Nigerian Academy of Letters

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Great Ife Alumni Association has congratulated three distinguished alumni of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, on their election as Fellows of the Nigerian Academy of Letters (NAL), the foremost body for humanities scholarship in Nigeria.   In a statement signed by the Association’s Global Publicity Secretary, Alhaji Abdur-Rahman Balogun, the Global President, Barrister Bunmi Falode, described the honorees as “worthy ambassadors of Great Ife and accomplished academic giants.”   The newly elected NAL Fellows are: Professor Gbemisola Aderemi Adeoti – Regular Fellow Professor Akinwumi Ogundiran – Overseas Fellow Dr.…

Great Ife Alumni Association congratulates Dr. Fatou Bensouda on election as Chair of CABI Executive Council

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Great Ife Alumni Association has extended warm congratulations to Dr. Fatou Bensouda, a distinguished alumna of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), on her recent election as Chair of the Executive Council of the Centre for Agriculture and Bioscience International (CABI).   In a statement signed by the Global Publicity Secretary, Alhaji Abdur-Rahman Balogun, the Global President of the association, Barrister Bunmi Falode, described Bensouda’s appointment as a “round peg in a round hole,” noting her outstanding international credentials.   CABI is an intergovernmental, not-for-profit organization dedicated to solving problems in…

Health Minister hails Prof. Ibrahim Abubakar’s appointment as UCL Vice-Provost(Health)

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, has congratulated Professor Ibrahim Abubakar on his appointment as the new Vice-Provost (Health) at University College London (UCL), described the development as a proud moment for Nigeria and a major boost to global health leadership. In a statement issued in Abuja on Friday, Professor Pate said Abubakar’s appointment reflected not only his outstanding personal achievements but also the increasing global recognition of Nigerian professionals in the health sector. “Professor Abubakar’s appointment reflects not only his personal excellence but…

FG launches Maiden National Self-Care Day, unveils policies to promote personal wellness

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has officially launched Nigeria’s maiden National Self-Care Day, urging Nigerians to take greater responsibility for their health and well-being through simple, everyday practices that support personal wellness and reduce pressure on the healthcare system. Speaking at a ministerial press briefing in Abuja, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, described self-care as a necessity in the country’s pursuit of Universal Health Coverage (UHC). He emphasized that health transformation cannot rely solely on clinics and hospitals but must also involve proactive choices by…

HallowMace Foundation calls for dialogue over Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s denied access to National Assembly ….. Urges respect for Rule of Law, Protection of Representation Rights

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The HallowMace Foundation Africa, a non-partisan civil society organisation advocating equity, governance, and justice, has called for constructive dialogue to address concerns arising from the recent denial of access to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan at the National Assembly complex, despite a court ruling nullifying her suspension.   In a statement issued on Thursday and signed by its Executive Director, Sunny Anderson Osiebe, the Foundation urged relevant stakeholders including the Senate leadership and judicial authorities to engage in meaningful dialogue to resolve the impasse and safeguard the democratic principle of representation.  …

Atiku accuses Tinubu of meddling in opposition affairs, urges focus on governance

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The former Vice President Atiku Abubakar through his media office has accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of prioritizing attacks on opposition parties over addressing the country’s deepening economic and security crises.   In a statement signed by Mr. Paul Ibe and issued in Abuja on Wednesday, the media office criticized President Tinubu for remarks allegedly made during the 14th meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC), where he reportedly took a swipe at the African Democratic Congress (ADC), described as the opposition’s Coalition platform.   “Attacking the opposition has now…

FG begins evacuation of Stranded Nigerians in Central African Republic ….. Embassy retrieves Passports, assures repatriation as victims arrive Bangui July 26

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has initiated a rescue operation for Nigerian nationals stranded in the Bambari region of the Central African Republic (CAR), following widespread reports and viral videos that revealed their abandonment and ill-treatment by foreign employers. In a press statement released on Friday, July 25, 2025, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed deep concern over the situation, noting that Bambari where the affected persons are located is approximately 850 kilometers from the CAR capital, Bangui. According to the statement signed by Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, Spokesperson of the Ministry, officials…

Friday Sermon: The Qur’aniyyun And Their Hatred For The Hadith Of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

Emporium Reporters

In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy All perfect praise be to Allah the Lord of the Worlds. May His peace and blessings be upon our beloved Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) and upon all his family and companions. To proceed: Dear brothers and sisters! Know that, anything linked to the Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) is honoured with having a lofty status and great appreciation. The Science of Hadith is also such; it is an admirable field of knowledge only questioned by…