Day: May 10, 2026

2027: Hope Uzodimma Accepts Call to Contest Imo West Senatorial Seat

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Governor of Hope Uzodimma has formally accepted calls to contest the Imo West Senatorial election ahead of the 2027 general elections, declared his readiness to serve the people of Orlu Zone under the platform of the All Progressives Congress. Uzodimma made the declaration during the National Assembly Primary Election screening exercise held in Abuja, where he appeared before the leadership and National Working Committee of the APC. Speaking at the event, APC National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, praised the Imo governor for his leadership record and contributions to the ruling party.…

DHQ Denies Civilian Casualties in Shiroro Airstrikes, Says 70 Bandits Killed

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed claims that civilians were killed during recent aerial interdiction operations carried out in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, insisting that the strikes specifically targeted armed bandits based on credible intelligence. In a statement issued on Sunday by the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, the military said the Nigerian Army UAV Command conducted multiple airstrikes between 11:59 p.m. on May 9 and 6:00 a.m. on May 10, 2026, following intelligence reports of armed bandits converging at Lukupe Village and…

NAHCON Mourns as Adamawa Pilgrim Dies in Saudi Arabia During 2026 Hajj Exercise

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has expressed deep sorrow over the death of a Nigerian pilgrim, Mallama Aishatu Muhammadu, from Gombi Local Government Area of Adamawa State, who died in Saudi Arabia during the 2026 Hajj exercise. Mallama Aishatu, aged 73, reportedly suffered a fatal cardiac arrest on Friday, 9 May 2026, while travelling from Jeddah to the holy city of Madinah. In a condolence message issued by the Commission, the Chairman of NAHCON, Ambassador Ismail Abba Yusuf, conveyed the sympathy of the Federal Government to the deceased’s…

Police Bust IPOB/ESN Hideout in Imo, Recover Heavy Weapons, Drones, 3,115 Ammunition

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Police Force has recorded a major breakthrough in its ongoing crackdown on violent extremism and organized criminal networks, following the dismantling of a suspected IPOB/ESN enclave in Imo State. Operatives of the Imo State Police Command carried out the intelligence-led operation on April 23, 2026, at a hideout located in Nguru, Aboh Mbaise Local Government Area of the state. According to a statement issued on Saturday by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Okon Placid, the operation was based on actionable intelligence obtained from the confession of…

Nigerian Navy Destroys Illegal Refining Network, Seizes 184,000 Litres of Suspected AGO in Rivers

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Navy has intensified its crackdown on crude oil theft and illegal refining activities in the Niger Delta, uncovering and dismantling a reactivated illegal fuel network in Ndoni area of Rivers State. The operation was carried out by personnel of Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) PATHFINDER under Operation DELTA SENTINEL, targeting facilities believed to have resumed operations after previous enforcement actions in the area. According to a statement issued on Saturday by the Director of Naval Information, Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, naval operatives discovered a network of dugout pits and storage…

CG Adeniyi Reaffirms Nigeria’s Commitment to Customs Modernisation at WCO Regional Conference

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service and Chairperson of the World Customs Organization Council, Adewale Adeniyi, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to regional customs modernisation, digital transformation, and stronger cooperation among member states in West and Central Africa. Adeniyi stated this during the 32nd Conference of Directors-General of Customs for the West and Central Africa (WCA) Region held in Freetown from May 7 to 8, 2026. Addressing delegates at the high-level gathering, the Customs boss said Nigeria’s leadership within the region is rooted in unity, inclusiveness, and collective progress among…

Troops Repel ISWAP Attack on Gonori, Kill Scores in Coordinated Air-Land Offensive

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have successfully repelled an attempted attack by suspected ISWAP terrorists on the 120 Task Force Battalion in Gonori, Borno State, killing scores of insurgents during a coordinated air-land operation. The failed assault occurred late Saturday night into the early hours of Sunday when the terrorists reportedly advanced toward the military formation from the Mandunari axis. According to a statement issued on Sunday by the Media Information Officer of Operation HADIN KAI, Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, the insurgents were detected early by vigilant troops on…

UNIFEMGA Urges Positive Mindset, National Unity as OAU Muslim Graduates Donate N14.6m Scholarships

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Obafemi Awolowo University Muslim Graduates’ Association (UNIFEMGA) has called on Nigerians to embrace positive thinking, patriotism and collective responsibility as essential tools for national growth and development. The association made the call in a communiqué issued at the end of its 2026 Annual National Reunion held between May 8 and May 10 at Obafemi Awolowo University. The conference, themed “The Potential within Nigeria: Positive Mindset and Communication for Success,” featured a special Jumat service, courtesy visit to the university management, networking dinner, reunion lecture, medical outreach and novelty football…

SDGs; Moving Women , Girls to the Next Level for Sustainable Development, BY ABUBAKAR YUSUF

Emporium Reporters

As part of her moves to consolidate women and girls emancipation, Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs under the leadership of the Senior Special Assistant to the President, SSAP SDGs, Princess Adejoke Orelope -Adefulire created an enabling environment not only to chart a new course towards achieving it as part of its goals in the UN programs, that highlighted women and girls emancipation.   As the life wire of families , the attention of women and girls are been prioritised globally and domesticated in line with the 17 goals of SDGs ,…

BREAKING: Abuja Lawyer Reported Missing Found Safe, Police Intensify Investigation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has confirmed that Ms. Linda Ameh, the legal practitioner earlier reported missing on 6 May 2026, has been found safe. The Command’s spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, noting that the lawyer personally reported to the Maitama Police Station to provide details surrounding the incident. According to the Police, investigations are ongoing to apprehend those responsible for the crime, while the victim is assisting investigators with useful information to aid ongoing investigative efforts and ensure the perpetrators are brought to…