Day: April 16, 2026

Tinubu to Supporters: ‘I Won’t Fail Nigerians’

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to delivering on his administration’s promises, declaring that he will not disappoint Nigerians as efforts continue to stabilise and transform the country. Speaking on Thursday at the State House in Abuja while receiving members of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors led by Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma, the President said his government remained focused on building a peaceful, stable, and prosperous nation where citizens can fully participate in economic growth. Tinubu emphasised that longstanding structural challenges undermining prosperity are being addressed through ongoing…

Education Ministry Automates Academic Credential Verification Nationwide

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Education, has fully automated the authentication and evaluation of academic credentials in a sweeping reform aimed at improving transparency, strengthening data integrity, and enhancing public service delivery. In a statement issued on 15 April 2026 and signed by the Director of Press and Public Relations, Mrs. Folasade Boriowo, the Ministry said the initiative is part of its commitment to the Federal Government’s digital transformation agenda and the deployment of technology-driven solutions to improve efficiency within the education sector. Under the new arrangement,…

FG Strengthens Migration System to Boost Security, Investment Facilitation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to overhauling Nigeria’s migration management framework as part of efforts to enhance national security, improve service delivery, and attract foreign investment. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja while receiving the Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Dr. Mohammed Bello Shehu, and his delegation on a courtesy visit to the Ministry’s headquarters. Tunji-Ojo said ongoing reforms within the Ministry are aimed at repositioning Nigeria’s migration system to become more efficient, transparent, and investment-friendly…

Nigeria Seeks Fresh Offshore Oil Investments as ExxonMobil Reaffirms Commitment

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria has signaled renewed openness to increased investment in its offshore oil and gas sector, as the Federal Government intensifies efforts to boost production and attract foreign capital. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made this known while receiving Jagir Baxi, the newly appointed Chairman, Managing Director, and Lead Country Manager of ExxonMobil Nigeria and its affiliates, including Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria Limited. Tunji-Ojo expressed confidence that ongoing reforms under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda are strengthening investor confidence and driving a steady rise in Foreign Direct…

FRSC Boss Warns Against Attacks on Officers as Edo Assault Suspect Arrested

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, has issued a stern warning to motorists and members of the public against assaulting road safety operatives, following the arrest of a suspect linked to an attack on FRSC personnel in Edo State. The warning was coming in the wake of an incident that occurred in the early hours of Saturday, April 11, 2026, involving a patrol team from the RS5.1 Edo Sector Command. According to the Corps, the team had stopped a vehicle over a seat belt…

Final Voting Begins as HallowMace Foundation Unveils Top Legislative Nominees for 2026 Awards

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The HallowMace Foundation, in collaboration with its partners, has announced the final shortlist of nominees for the 2026 National Legislative Award, marking the transition to the last stage of public voting ahead of the July ceremony. The organization revealed the top three nominees each for the Senate and House of Representatives across Nigeria’s six geo-political zones after what it described as a rigorous and transparent selection process. The process incorporated votes from Nigerians as well as input from the National Assembly Press Corps. According to the organisers, the finalists were…

NRS Unveils Rev360 Platform to Transform Nigeria’s Tax System

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Revenue Service has announced plans to launch a new digital platform, Rev360, aimed at revolutionizing tax administration in the country. According to a statement released in Abuja on April 15, the platform is scheduled to go live on April 30, 2026, marking a significant shift toward a more efficient, transparent, and user-friendly tax system. The NRS described Rev360 as a next-generation solution designed to usher in “Tax Administration 3.0,” characterized by end-to-end automation, real-time reporting, and seamless integration with taxpayers’ systems. The initiative builds on earlier digital reforms…

Navy Smashes Oil Theft Ring, Recovers ₦2bn Haul in Delta Offensive

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Navy has intensified its war against crude oil theft, recording major breakthroughs under Operation Delta Sentinel with the recovery of petroleum products worth over ₦2 billion and the dismantling of multiple illegal refining networks in the Niger Delta. In a statement issued on April 15, 2026, the Director of Naval Information, Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, said the operations—anchored by Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Pathfinder—were driven by credible intelligence and executed across both inland and maritime domains. At Umoku in Ndoni, Rivers State, naval patrol teams uncovered a large-scale…

NPF Zone 7 Orders Probe into Alleged Cybercrime Unit Extortion

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) Zone 7 Headquarters in Abuja has launched an investigation into allegations of extortion involving personnel of its Cybercrime Section, following a viral social media post. In a press statement issued by the Zone’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Mohammed Halima, the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 7, AIG Victor Olaiya, confirmed that although no formal complaint had been previously lodged, the command is taking the allegations seriously. The statement clarified that Zone 7 Headquarters served as the administrative and supervisory authority over both…

Save the Children Applauds Police Schools Protection Squad, Strengthens Partnership on Safe Schools Initiative

Emporium Reporters

The Save the Children has commended the Nigeria Police Force Schools Protection Squad (SPS) for its dedication to safeguarding educational institutions, enhancing community safety, and strengthening rapid response mechanisms across the country. This commendation was delivered during a courtesy visit by the Country Director of Save the Children, Duncan Harvey, and members of the organisation’s senior management team to the Force Headquarters in Abuja. They were received by the Commissioner of Police, Schools Protection Squad, Abayomi Shogunle, on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police. The visit forms part of ongoing…