Day: March 14, 2026

Navy destroys reactivated illegal Refinery in Rivers, seizes 3,000 Litres of suspected AGO

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Navy has destroyed a reactivated illegal refinery site in Okolomade Community, Abua-Odual Local Government Area of Rivers State, as part of ongoing operations to curb crude oil theft and illegal refining in the Niger Delta. The operation was carried out on Saturday by Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) SOROH, a task unit under Operation DELTA SENTINEL, following credible intelligence that a previously deactivated illegal refining site in the area had been reactivated. In a statement issued by the Director of Naval Information, Captain AA Folorunsho, the Navy said an…

US/Israel-Iran War: Let The Muslim Ummah Come To Their Senses! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

Emporium Reporters

In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   Praise be to Allah, who has honoured the Muslim believers with servitude to Him alone and submission to Him, and has bound their hearts with the bond of allegiance to Him, and has made it obligatory upon them to show mercy to each other and to support one another for His sake. I bear witness that there is no god but Allah alone, with no partner, and I bear witness that Muḥammad is His servant and Messenger, who…

COAS Hosts Interfaith Iftar, Praises Troops’ Sacrifice in Fight Against Insecurity

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Waidi Shaibu, has commended troops of the Nigerian Army for their bravery, resilience and dedication in combating terrorism, insurgency, banditry and other security threats across the country. He gave the commendation on Saturday during a combined interfaith breaking of fast hosted for soldiers serving within Abuja at the TA Lagbaja Banquet Hall. Speaking at the event, the Army Chief paid tribute to frontline troops deployed across the North-East, North-West, North-Central and other operational theatres, acknowledged their sacrifices and steadfast commitment to defending the nation.…

Go Cashless : Kuku’s Magic Wand at FAAN, BY ABUBAKAR YUSUF

Emporium Reporters

For Mrs Olubunmi Oluwaseun Kuku, the Managing Director, Chief Executive Officer, Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, the mandate of implementing the Renewed Hope Agenda RHA programs at the Authority remained unshakable, particularly the ongoing reforms to stabilize the nation’s aviation industry.   Having prioritised the welfare of workers , the urgent need of carrying the wholistic transformation agenda of her administration in line with the demands of the present administration is unwavering in the last two years.   With constant training and retraining of staffers of the Authority that…

NUJ FCT Raises Alarm Over Fuel Hike, Water Scarcity, ‘One Chance’ attacks in Abuja

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has raised concern over rising fuel prices, persistent water scarcity, and the growing activities of “one chance” robbery syndicates in Abuja, urged government authorities to take urgent steps to address the challenges affecting residents. The concerns were contained in a communiqué issued at the NUJ FCT Council Congress held on Saturday in Abuja, where members deliberated extensively on issues affecting the welfare of citizens and the general state of affairs in the territory and the country. The…

Nigerian Navy intercepts 3,950 Litres of Stolen Petroleum Products in Calabar

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Navy has intercepted about 3,950 litres of stolen petroleum products at the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) area in Calabar, Cross River State, as part of ongoing operations to curb crude oil theft and other maritime crimes. The interception was carried out under Operation DELTA SENTINEL, following a directive by the Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, to intensify efforts against crude oil theft and economic sabotage across Nigeria’s maritime domain. According to a statement issued by the Director of Naval Information, Captain AA Folorunsho, personnel…

IGP Disu Seeks Stronger Police–Media Partnership, Commends FCT Journalists

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Ridwan Disu, has commended journalists in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) for their role in informing the public and contributing to national development. Speaking during the congress of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Council in Abuja on Saturday, the IGP described his relationship with the media as one built on mutual respect and professionalism. Disu emphasised that journalists should be regarded as respected professionals rather than beggars, noting that the media plays a critical role in society. “I have always had a respectful…

TGF Felicitates Ex-Army Chief Dambazau on Birthday, Hails His Service to Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Transformative Governance Forum (TGF) has congratulated former Chief of Army Staff and ex-Minister of the Federal Republic, Abdulrahman Bello Dambazau, on the occasion of his birthday, describing him as a statesman whose life reflects dedication to national service, principled leadership and institutional integrity. In a statement jointly signed by the Chairperson of the forum, Mojeed Olujinmi Alabi, and the Vice-Chairperson, Maryamu Laka Madami, the Board, leadership and members of the organisation paid glowing tribute to the retired Lieutenant General, who also serves as a Trustee of the forum. The…

Fasawe, NUJ President Seek Support for Journalists’ Health Insurance as FCT Council Launches Scheme

Lukman Laleye Babalola

More than 150 journalists in the nation’s capital have been enrolled in the Federal Capital Territory Health Insurance Scheme (FHIS), marking a major step toward improving healthcare access for media professionals in Abuja. The development came as the Mandate Secretary of the FCT Health Services and Environment Secretariat, Adedolapo Fasawe, and the National President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Alhassan Yahya, called on philanthropists, political office holders, religious leaders and business leaders to support journalists by sponsoring health insurance coverage for them. The initiative, championed by the Chairman…

NUJ FCT Flags Off Health Insurance Scheme for Journalists

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, has flagged off a health insurance scheme for its members as part of efforts to improve the welfare and healthcare access of journalists in the territory. Speaking at the launch in Abuja, Chairperson of the NUJ FCT Council, Comrade Grace Ike, described the initiative as a historic milestone, noting that it is the first time the council is introducing a health insurance programme specifically designed for journalists. She said the initiative represents a new chapter in protecting the wellbeing…