Day: October 14, 2025

FFS CG launches Special Task Force to strengthen fire safety in public and private buildings

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a significant move to enhance fire safety across the nation, the Controller General of the Federal Fire Service (FFS), Olumode Adeyemi Samuel, today inaugurated a Special Task Force on Public and Private Building Audit at the FFS Headquarters in Abuja. The event highlighted the growing urgency to address fire risks following a series of devastating incidents, including the recent fires at the Afritower in Lagos and commercial plazas in Abuja. The initiative, themed “Strengthening Fire Safety Compliance in Public Buildings: A Call to Action for National Resilience,” aimed to…

NAHCON Chairman updates Saudi ministry on 2026 Hajj preparations

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chairman/CEO of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Prof. Abdullahi Saleh Usman, has briefed the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah on Nigeria’s preparations for the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage. This took place during a virtual meeting aimed at ensuring smooth collaboration and efficient planning for the upcoming pilgrimage.   Prof. Usman outlined key milestones, including the successful securing of camp booking slots in line with the Saudi Hajj calendar, and informed the Ministry that the process of appointing air carriers for the 2026 operation is nearing completion. NAHCON…

Marwa calls for global unity in fight against Drug networks

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Nigeria’s National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has urged the international community to unite and take decisive action to dismantle criminal drug networks that posed a serious threat to global peace and stability.   Addressing the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Plenary Session of the Third Committee in New York, Marwa emphasized the urgent need for coordinated global efforts to combat the illicit drug trade. He highlighted the importance of international cooperation, particularly intelligence sharing, in addressing…

FG advocates for comprehensive investment in Adolescent health to ensure national prosperity

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government of Nigeria has called for a significant increase in investment and policy commitments toward adolescent health, emphasizing the critical role that the physical and mental well-being of young people play in the country’s future development.   Speaking at a press briefing to mark the 2025 International Adolescent Health Week (IAHW) on Monday, 13 October 2025, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, stressed that addressing the health needs of adolescents is vital to ensuring Nigeria’s long-term socio-economic stability.   Represented by Tetshoma Dafeta,…

EuroPlus Group advocates major overhaul of Nigeria’s electoral system ahead of 2027 Elections

Emporium Reporters

By James Isaac, Abuja     In a bold move to improve the credibility and transparency of Nigeria’s electoral system, the EuroPlus Management/Consulting Group has called for sweeping reforms to the country’s electoral framework. The group’s proposals, presented during a public hearing organized by the National Assembly Joint Committee on Electoral Matters on Monday, October 13, 2025, include significant changes to the electoral process as the nation prepares for the 2027 general elections.   Abdullahi Shehu, an Anti-Money Laundering Expert who represented the group, stressed the need for the National…

IPAC calls for electoral reforms to strengthen democracy ahead of 2027 elections

Emporium Reporters

By James Isaac,Abuja     The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), a coalition of registered political parties in Nigeria, has called for comprehensive reforms to the country’s electoral process, urging the National Assembly to amend the Electoral Act in preparation for the 2027 general elections. The call was made during a public hearing on the Bill for an Act to Repeal the Electoral Act 2022 and Enact the Electoral Act 2025, organized by the National Assembly Joint Committee on Electoral Matters on Monday, October 13, 2025.   Dipo Olayokun, the Deputy…