Day: November 18, 2025

FCT Police debunks viral video claiming Bauchi Governor was blocked at PDP Secretariat

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has dismissed a viral social media video alleging that police officers engaged in a physical confrontation and prevented the Governor of Bauchi State from entering the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) National Secretariat in Abuja on Tuesday, 18th November 2025.   Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, in a statement said the claims contained in the circulating video were “false, misleading, and do not represent what transpired” at Wadata Plaza, Wuse Zone 5.   She explained that the brief congestion at the Secretariat…

Navy Officer in viral Kubwa stop-and-search video was never attacked – FCT Police

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has debunked social media reports alleged that a naval officer, Lt. Ahmed Yerima, was attacked by policemen during a stop-and-search operation at NNPC Junction along the Kubwa Expressway.   The Command described the viral posts, published by Instagram blogger “Mazitundeednut,” as false, misleading, and capable of inciting public fear.   According to the Police, the incident occurred on 16th November 2025 at about 6:15 p.m., when a patrol team intercepted an ash-coloured Toyota Camry with a concealed number plate and fully tinted windows…

Nigeria unveils major Tobacco control breakthroughs at WHO COP11, cites landmark $110m fine on BATN

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria has announced significant progress in its implementation of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC), showcasing sharp declines in tobacco use and strengthened regulatory actions, including the landmark $110 million fine recently imposed on British American Tobacco Nigeria (BATN).   Delivering Nigeria’s high-level statement at the WHO FCTC Conference of Parties (COP11) in Geneva on Monday, Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, reaffirmed the country’s commitment to a tobacco-free future and alignment with the African Group. He commended the COP11 leadership…

NUJ FCT calls for completion of Secretariat ,Housing for Journalists as FCDA reviews infrastructure needs

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) chapter of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ)has renewed its push for the completion of its long‑abandoned secretariat and for the allocation of mass housing for media practitioners in the capital. At a strategic meeting with senior officials of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) on Monday, the NUJ FCT delegation, led by its first female chairman, Comrade Grace Ike, highlighted three core priorities: finishing the NUJ FCT secretariat, establishing a modern training and mentorship hub, and securing mass‑housing units for journalists.   Comrade Ike emphasized that…

Spanish Delegation visits ARCN, strengthens ties on Aquaculture,Women Empowerment

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A Spanish corporate delegation on Tuesday visited the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN) to reaffirm ongoing collaboration in aquaculture development and women empowerment initiatives.   Leader of the delegation, Beatriz Navalón, said the visit was aimed at updating the Council on the corporation’s partnership with the Regional Centre of Excellence in Aquaculture, hosted by ARCN. She noted that the collaboration continue to support women-focused programmes and capacity-building initiatives within the aquaculture value chain.   The ARCN Executive Secretary, management staff, and representatives of the Centre expressed appreciation for the…

NYSC, ACOE forge stronger partnership to promote national unity, accurate reporting

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and the Association of Corporate Online Editors (ACOE) have agreed to strengthen collaboration in promoting national unity, youth empowerment and responsible journalism. This commitment was renewed during a courtesy visit by ACOE executives to the NYSC National Directorate Headquarters in Abuja. Welcoming the delegation on behalf of the NYSC Director-General, Brig General Olakunle Nafiu,the Director of Media, Mr. Emeka Rems Mgbemena, highlighted the indispensable role of communication in advancing the scheme’s mandate. He noted that the NYSC operate a television station, radio service and…

Tinubu declares C-PACT Summit open, says Africa must dismantle inefficient borders to unlock prosperity

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged African nations to break down inefficient borders, modernise their Customs systems and commit to a unified trade framework capable of transforming the continent’s economic fortunes. The President made the call on Monday at the opening of the maiden Customs Partnership for African Cooperation in Trade (C-PACT) Summit at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, President Tinubu said Africa can only achieve meaningful prosperity by replacing fragmented markets with cohesive, technology-driven trade systems backed by political will and institutional reforms. He…

NUJ FCT, FCT Police Commissioner forge stronger partnership to bolster security in Abuja …. As Command targets five-minute response time to distress calls

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command and the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, have reaffirmed their commitment to closer collaboration in strengthening peace and security in Abuja.   This followed a courtesy visit on Tuesday by the NUJ leadership to the Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Miller Dantawaye, at the Command Headquarters.   Speaking during the visit, NUJ FCT Chairman, Ms. Grace Ike, said the Council deemed it important to formally welcome the Commissioner and reiterate its readiness to work closely with the police in promoting…

NUJ mourns media Icon Dan Agbese, describes his passing as a National loss

Emporium Reporters

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of veteran journalist and co-founder of Newswatch magazine, Mr. Dan Agbese, describing his death as a monumental loss to the nation and the media profession. In a condolence message issued by its President, Alhassan Yahya, the Union hailed Agbese as a quintessential journalist whose courage, integrity, and unwavering commitment to ethical reporting set enduring standards for the practice of journalism in Nigeria. The NUJ noted that Agbese’s body of work, particularly through Newswatch, helped shape national discourse,…

APC Chair Nentawe hails Northern Minority groups’ backing for Tinubu’s 2027 re-election

Lukman Laleye Babalola

National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yiltwada, has applauded the support of minority ethnic groups in Northern Nigeria for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid, described their stance as patriotic and reflective of confidence in the administration’s direction. Prof. Yiltwada, represented by his Chief of Staff, Dr. Mustapha Bala Dawaki, gave the commendation in Abuja while receiving leaders of the Northern Nigeria Minorities Group (NNMG), led by its Convener, Chief Jacob Edi, during a courtesy visit to the APC National Secretariat. The APC National…