Day: March 13, 2026

Teachers must guide students safely in Digital Space – NITDA DG urges

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Teachers have been urged to take a more proactive role in guiding students through the opportunities and risks of the digital world as technology increasingly shapes the learning environment. This formed the focus of discussions at the Stakeholders’ Dialogue on Teachers’ Role in Safeguarding Students’ Digital Exposure held at Novare Central Mall, where education experts, policymakers and stakeholders examined how educators can help students navigate the digital space safely. Delivering a keynote address titled “Nigeria’s Current Digital Landscape: Our Reality and Its Practical Connection to Education,” Director-General of the National…

FG Moves to Revive Textile Industry with Integrated Industrial Parks

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has unveiled a new strategy to revive Nigeria’s once-thriving Cotton, Textile and Garment (CTG) industry through the establishment of integrated industrial parks aimed at rebuilding the sector’s entire value chain and boosting large-scale industrial growth. The initiative was discussed at a high-level meeting convened by the Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Owan Enoh, on Thursday in Abuja. The meeting brought together key development and financial institutions, including the Managing Director of the Bank of Industry, Dapo Olusi; Managing Director of the Nigerian Export-Import Bank, Abba…

Women must lead Nigeria’s next Economic Frontier — FG …Seeks Stronger Female Role in Trade, Industry

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has emphasised the need for women to take a leading role in shaping Nigeria’s next phase of economic growth, urging stronger female participation in trade, industry and investment. This call was made by the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole, during a special programme organised by the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment in Abuja to commemorate the 2026 International Women’s Day. Speaking at the event, Oduwole underscored the importance of equipping women with the knowledge, skills and resources needed to take full advantage…

FG, States, LGs Share N1.894 Trillion February 2026 FAAC Revenue

Emporium Reporters

A total of N1.894 trillion from the February 2026 Federation Account Revenue has been shared among the Federal Government, State Governments, and Local Government Councils (LGCs). The allocation was approved at the March 2026 Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) meeting held in Abuja. The N1.894 trillion distributable revenue consisted of N1.274 trillion statutory revenue and N619.119 billion Value Added Tax (VAT) revenue. According to the FAAC communiqué, a total gross revenue of N2.230 trillion was available in February 2026. After deductions for collection costs (N77.302 billion) and transfers, refunds, and…

MURIC Celebrates Dr Abdul-Hameed as He Concludes Landmark Leadership at Federal Polytechnic Ayede

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Oyo State Chapter of the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has commended Dr. Taofeek Adekunle Abdul-Hameed, the pioneer Rector of Federal Polytechnic Ayede, for successfully concluding his tenure and leaving behind a transformative legacy. In a statement released on Friday, Mallam Ibrahim Agunbiade, General State Secretary of MURIC Oyo State Chapter, praised Dr. Abdul-Hameed for turning the young institution from a nascent Polytechnic with minimal structures into a rapidly developing academic hub. Under his five-year leadership, the Polytechnic introduced 14 academic programmes and developed a permanent site, attracting both national…

Troops Kill Dozens of Terrorists, Rescue Kidnap Victims in Nationwide Onslaught

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Armed Forces of Nigeria have intensified nationwide operations against terrorists, bandits and other criminal elements, killed dozens of insurgents, rescued kidnapped victims and dismantling several criminal networks across multiple states. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Michael Onoja, disclosed this on Friday while briefing journalists on ongoing military operations conducted between March 7 and March 12, 2026. According to him, troops carried out intelligence-driven offensive patrols, fighting patrols, clearance operations and rapid response missions across various theatres of operation aimed at protecting civilians and safeguarding national security. In the…

Osun Guber: Why the dance is ending for Governor Adeleke By Adeyemi Oguntade

Emporium Reporters

The music in the Government House is still playing, but the people in the town hall are starting to walk out. For three years, we watched the dance and enjoyed the show, but as August 15, 2026, approaches, the rhythm in Osun is changing. It’s no longer about the “vibe” – it’s about the vacancy in our pockets and the chaos in our local councils. The ‘Imole’ slogans are still ringing in Osogbo, but out here in the streets of Ikirun and Iwo, a cold sobriety is setting in. The…

Police Arrest Teen, Father Over Accidental Shooting; nab Suspects for Theft, Fraud in Niger

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Police Force, Niger State Police Command has arrested several suspects for offences ranging from negligence and culpable homicide to theft, impersonation and fraud in different parts of the state. According to the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, a tragic incident occurred on March 1 in Suleja where a 16-year-old boy, Emmanuel Danladi, allegedly shot and killed his friend while playing with a loaded dane gun. Police said the teenager and the victim, Titus Joseph, 15, were playing inside their house when Emmanuel picked up the gun…

Nigeria Partners Singapore to Boost Technical, Vocational Education

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Ministry of Education has formalised a strategic partnership with Institute of Technical Education Education Services (ITEES) of Singapore to strengthen Nigeria’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) system. In a statement on Thursday, the Director of Press and Public Relations at the ministry, Folasade Boriowo, said the agreement was signed during a ceremony linking officials in Abuja and Singapore, with Nigeria represented by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and Singapore represented by ITEES. Boriowo explained that the collaboration builds on engagements initiated during the 2025…

International Women’s Day: Abike Dabiri‑Erewa Urges Women to Participate Actively in Politics

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri‑Erewa, has called on Nigerian women to actively participate in politics as a means of shaping national discourse and contributing to the country’s development. Dabiri-Erewa made the call while delivering a keynote address at the International Women’s Day seminar organised by Zenith Bank at the Civic Centre. Speaking on the theme “Take It, You Own It,” she encouraged women to support one another and work collectively toward nation-building. The NiDCOM boss also commended Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what she described…