Day: October 13, 2025

NSCDC,Federal Fire Service strengthen partnership for enhanced public safety

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, has reiterated the Corps’ commitment to fostering stronger ties with the Federal Fire Service (FFS) in a bid to improve public safety and contribute to national development. Prof. Audi made this declaration during a courtesy visit by the Controller General of the Federal Fire Service, CGF Olumode Samuel Adeyemi, at the NSCDC National Headquarters in Abuja. The meeting centered on the need for a deeper inter-agency collaboration, with a focus on safeguarding fire-fighting personnel…

Nigeria Customs Officer Akpevwe Ogboru completes historic 72-Day Solo journey across Africa ,Europe

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In an extraordinary display of determination and resilience, Assistant Comptroller Akpevwe Ogboru of the Nigeria Customs Service has successfully completed a historic 72-day solo motorbike journey that spanned 22 countries across Africa and Europe. Ogboru returned to Nigeria on October 11, 2025, to a hero’s welcome at the Seme-Krake Joint Border Post, where she was greeted by senior officials, including Comptroller Wale Adenuga and other key figures within the Customs Service. Ogboru’s journey, which began on August 1, 2025, was not only a remarkable physical and mental achievement but also…

Ofala: Glo and an invite from Agbogidi By Lasisi Olagunju

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‘Teacher of Light’ is the title of a biography of Chinua Achebe written by Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and Tijan Sallah. What does it mean to teach light? Or, rather, what is light? If you know what darkness does, you would know what light means and the value it holds.   “When the moon is shining, the cripple becomes hungry for a walk.” With that proverb and its moon metaphor, Chinua Achebe established himself as a true teacher of light. My muse pushed the proverb to my presence as I read through…

‘Federal Highways of Horror’ By Lasisi Olagunju

Lukman Laleye Babalola

You know where the latest anti-government journalists are in Lagos? Kirikiri. On a day that Nigerians were celebrating an additional spur of 100 kilometres to the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road, the killjoys of Kirikiri struck. They took a happy, joyous people of 200 million on a gruelling, bumpy ride across the country. They ran painful stories of craters and potholes and headlined them: ‘Federal Highways of Horror.’   It is a miracle that our Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has not pummeled the Lagos newspaper called Vanguard. It ran the bad…

Akpabio mourns passing of Evangelist Uma Ukpai, describes him as God’s General

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The President of the Nigerian Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Evangelist Uma Ukpai, the founder of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association, who passed away at the age of 80. In a heartfelt tribute, Senator Akpabio, who hailed the late Evangelist as “God’s General,” said Ukpai’s life and ministry were marked by unwavering dedication to spreading the gospel of Christ and making significant contributions to his community. The renowned international evangelist, who was based in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, spent decades preaching across the globe…

Nigeria’s security agencies reaffirm commitment to national safety …. As NOA clarifies Govt’s stance on negotiations with criminal groups

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a significant joint security briefing organized by the National Orientation Agency (NOA), key representatives from Nigeria’s security agencies came together to provide updates on the nation’s ongoing efforts to combat insecurity. The briefing, held at the NOA headquarters in Abuja, saw contributions from the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Nigerian Army, and other security stakeholders, with all agencies reiterating their dedication to tackling various security challenges facing the country. The joint security briefing, a regular initiative by NOA in collaboration with security agencies, aimed to…

CAC lack authority to register Trade Unions – National Industrial Court rules …… As MOUN calls for enforcement of workers’ rights

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A landmark ruling by the National Industrial Court of Nigeria has declared that the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) does not have the legal authority to register trade unions or organizations with objectives similar to those of trade unions. The court’s decision has significant ramifications for Nigeria’s labor relations, clarifying the distinction between trade unions and other types of organizations, and reinforcing the importance of adhering to the provisions of the Trade Union Act. The judgment was coming at a time when labor unions, including the Motorcycle Operators Union of Nigeria…

Admiralty University of Nigeria soars to Top 25 in national rankings, recognized for excellence in Education, Research

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Admiralty University of Nigeria (ADUN) has made an impressive leap in the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, climbing from 128th to secure a spot in the top 25 universities in Nigeria. This milestone marked a significant achievement for the institution, which continue to solidify its reputation for academic excellence, groundbreaking research, and community engagement. In addition to its rise in the national rankings, ADUN’s global standing has also improved considerably, advancing from a position of 11,902 to one of greater prominence, a testament to its growing international…

40th Birthday Anniversary: DNGTC to honor Seyi Tinubu for his humanitarian contributions

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Destination Nigeria Governors’ Tourism Conference (DNGTC) has announced plans to honor Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as he celebrates his milestone 40th birthday today. The recognition, scheduled for the upcoming 2025 DNGTC event, highlighted Tinubu’s philanthropic work through the Noella Foundation, where his efforts have made a significant impact on youth empowerment, education, maternal and child welfare across Nigeria.   In a statement released by the DNGTC organizers, Amb. Ayo Omotoso praised Seyi Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to humanity. Omotoso emphasized that Tinubu’s support for young…

The Uncommon Legislative Engine: A Record of Reform from Nigeria’s 10th Senate By Rt Hon Eseme Eyiboh

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It is a peculiar feature of Nigerian political commentary that verifiable evidence is often sacrificed on the altar of sentiment. A recent Editorial of Leadership Sunday questioning the relevance of the 10th Senate and portraying it as a mere appendage of the executive, though expressing the legitimate anguish of citizens battling hunger and insecurity, falters when confronted with fact. Far from being the “worst in history,” the Senate under Godswill Akpabio has demonstrated a record of legislative productivity and reform unmatched since 1999. _Res Ipsa Liquitor_ Consider the arithmetic of…