Month: November 2025

After 14 years, Oyetola leads Nigeria’s triumphant return to IMO Council

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria has reclaimed its place on the global maritime stage with its election into Category C of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council for the 2026–2027 biennium, marking the country’s first return in 14 years.   The development was announced on Friday in a statement by Dr. Bolaji Akinola, Special Adviser to the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola. According to him, Nigeria secured the seat during the IMO General Assembly held in London on November 28, 2025 restoring the nation’s visibility and influence within the world’s…

Friday Sermon: Dealing With Enemies Of Islam, And How Would In-fighting, Internal Strife And Divisions Be The Problems Of The Ummah! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

Emporium Reporters

In The Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful Praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds, may the blessings and peace be upon our beloved master Prophet Muhammad, the last of Prophets, on his family, and all his companions. Dear brothers and sisters! Today, it is no secret that Islam is being attacked. Whether from within, by fake jihadist groups and people who commit atrocities in the name of Islam such as Boko Haram, ISWAP, Ansaru, Mamudawa, Lakurawa etc, or from outside by the rising tide…

Nigerian Navy elevates 127 Senior Officers in major promotions

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Navy has approved the promotion of 127 senior officers to higher ranks, marking a significant step in strengthening leadership, operational capacity, and professional excellence within the Service. The promotions were approved by the Navy Board on Thursday, 27 November 2025.   According to the official release, 15 Commodores were elevated to the rank of Rear Admiral, 31 Captains were promoted to Commodore, and 81 Commanders advanced to the rank of Captain, reflecting the Service’s recognition of outstanding dedication and performance.   The newly promoted Rear Admirals included Olumide…

Customs PR Unit, Kano/Jigawa Command excel at 2025 CGC Awards Night

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) celebrated outstanding achievements at the 2025 Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC) Conference Awards Night and Gala Dinner, with the Public Relations Unit and Kano/Jigawa Command emerging as top honourees. The event, which concluded a two-day conference focused on operational efficiency, collaboration, and institutional reforms, brought together Management members, Comptrollers, senior officers, and invited guests to honour exemplary performances across the Service. Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, commended officers for surpassing the 2025 revenue target ahead of the conference. “Tonight is about celebrating ourselves. We have…

Nigeria fully prepared to tackle security challenges — Interior Minister Tunji-Ojo

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has declared that Nigeria is increasingly better positioned to confront prevailing security challenges, following renewed directives from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Dr. Tunji-Ojo made the assertion on Thursday during an unscheduled visit to the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) FCT Command and the Federal Fire Service (FFS) station in Wuse Zone 3, Abuja. The visit formed part of a wider surveillance and on-the-spot assessment tour of paramilitary agencies under the ministry.   The Minister said President Tinubu had issued a clear…

FG to tap horse racing for economic expansion ,Security boost — Interior Minister

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government is exploring the economic and security potential of Nigeria’s emerging horse racing industry, Minister of Interior Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has said.   The Minister made this known on Thursday while receiving the Chairman of the Horse Racing Federation of Nigeria, Alhaji Tajudeen Aminu Dantata, and his delegation during a courtesy visit to his office in Abuja.   Dr. Tunji-Ojo praised the Federation’s renewed efforts to unlock the industry’s economic value, saying horse racing presents new opportunities for investment, youth engagement, tokenization, and asset monetization.   He stressed…

Senate confirms Ayo Omidiran as FCC Chairman, clears 37 Commissioners …Akpabio hails Onyesoh’s outstanding leadership in screening process

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Senate has confirmed Hon. Ayo Hulayat Omidiran as Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), alongside 37 Commissioners representing the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), in a major step toward revitalising the agency responsible for equitable representation in federal appointments.   The confirmation followed the adoption of the report of the Senate Committee on Federal Character and Inter-Governmental Affairs, chaired by Senator Allwell Heacho Onyesoh (Rivers East), which screened all nominees on November 13.   Presenting the report, Senator Onyesoh said every nominee appeared before the…

Akpabio mourns late Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi, describes him as embodiment of Islamic heritage

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has joined national and global voices in mourning the passing of renowned Islamic scholar and supreme leader of the Tijaniyyah Movement, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, described him as a towering custodian of Islamic knowledge whose spiritual and intellectual influence shaped generations of Muslims across Nigeria and beyond.   In a condolence message signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, the Senate President extended heartfelt sympathies to the government and people of Bauchi State, the Islamic Ummah, and the family…

TGF mourns Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi, hails his legacy of unity, scholarship, National cohesion

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Transformative Governance Forum (TGF) has joined millions of Nigerians and the global Tijaniyya community in mourning the death of renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, describing his passing as a monumental loss to the nation.   In a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday, the Director of Strategic Engagements and Partnerships of TGF, Ademola Rabiu, said the revered cleric lived a life defined by deep scholarship, compassion, and an exceptional commitment to peace and unity in Nigeria.   According to the Forum, Sheikh Bauchi was more than a…

NAHCON intensifies preparations for 2026 Hajj, targets zero complaints in Madina

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has strengthened its preparations for the 2026 Hajj with renewed focus on coordination, capacity building, and improved service delivery, particularly in Madina. This was highlighted during a strategic operational review session held at the Hajj House, Abuja, attended by the Chairman, Commissioners, Directors, and representatives of Acosta Media.   The session, which formed part of NAHCON’s monthly staff training, focused on Madina operations. NAHCON Chairman, Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman, stressed the importance of professionalism, discipline, and synergy across departments as Saudi Arabia continues…