Day: May 13, 2026

NCC Assures Nigerians of Improved Telecom Services Amid Quality Concerns

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Communications Commission has assured Nigerians that ongoing industry-wide investments and regulatory interventions are beginning to improve the quality of telecommunications services across the country, despite persistent consumer complaints over poor network performance. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Commission’s Head of Public Affairs, Mrs. Nnenna Ukoha, acknowledged growing public frustration over dropped calls, slow internet speeds, unstable data services, and network disruptions affecting daily activities. Ukoha stated that telecommunications services have become critical to business, education, healthcare, and social connectivity, stressing that consumers deserve reliable services and…

NLEA 2026: What to Expect from Nigeria’s Biggest Night of Leadership & National Recognition

Emporium Reporters

As anticipation builds for the 8th Edition of the , stakeholders, institutions, and industry leaders across the country are preparing for what promises to be one of Nigeria’s most prestigious platforms for honouring excellence, influence, and national impact.   From transformational figures in governance and business to innovators, changemakers, and social impact champions, NLEA 2026 is expected to ignite important conversations around integrity, visionary leadership, and measurable contribution to national development.   This year’s edition will feature expanded award categories, strategic national honours, and increased participation from both the public…

Troops Rescue Six Abductees, Arrest Terror Suspects in Coordinated North East Operations

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), under Operation DESERT SANITY, have recorded fresh operational gains, including the rescue of abducted civilians, disruption of terrorist logistics, and the arrest of suspected collaborators across parts of Nigeria’s North East. In a precision operation following credible intelligence and an air interdiction around the Mandara Mountains, troops successfully rescued six abducted women and children at a suspected terrorist crossing point near Amuda on 12 May 2026. Mandara Mountains The victims—comprising Aisha Musa (18), Aisha Mohammed (17), Fatima Yahaya…

IMAN, NAFRC Deepen Partnership to Strengthen Training, Industrial Support and Post-Service Reforms

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Industrial and Medical Gases Nigeria has moved to deepen collaboration with the Nigerian Armed Forces Resettlement Centre as part of efforts to expand industrial support services and enhance vocational capacity building for military personnel transitioning to civilian life. This was disclosed during a courtesy visit by the Acting Managing Director of IMAN, Mr. Abayomi Oke, to the Commandant of NAFRC, Air Vice Marshal Nnaemeka Ignatius Ilo. Mr. Oke said the visit was aimed at familiarising himself with the Centre’s leadership and identifying new areas of partnership that would be mutually…

Youth Minister Seeks Stronger Partnership with Meta to Expand Digital Opportunities for Nigerian Youths

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Minister of Youth Development, Olawande Emmanuel Ayodele, on Wednesday received representatives of Meta Anglophone West Africa Office during a courtesy visit to the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, Abuja. The Meta delegation was led by Sade Dada, Head of Public Policy, Meta Anglophone West Africa Office ,who briefed the Minister on the organisation’s ongoing activities and interventions within Nigeria’s digital ecosystem, as well as opportunities for deeper collaboration with the Ministry in advancing youth empowerment through technology and innovation. Speaking during the meeting, the Minister reiterated the Federal Government’s…

NNS BEECROFT Commander Visits Oba of Lagos Ahead of Nigerian Navy 70th Anniversary

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Commander of Nigerian Navy Ship BEECROFT, Commodore A. Adams-Aliu, on Wednesday paid a courtesy visit to the Oba Rilwanu Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu at his palace in Isale Eko, Lagos, ahead of the forthcoming 70th Anniversary celebration of the Nigerian Navy. The visit was aimed at formally inviting the revered monarch to participate in the anniversary activities and to seek his royal support for the celebrations scheduled to hold from May 29 to June 4. Speaking during the visit, Commodore Adams-Aliu described the anniversary as a major milestone in…

NITDA, IDCA Unveil Nigeria Digital Triangle to Drive AI, Cloud Economy

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Information Technology Development Agency and the International Data Center Authority have launched a major national digital infrastructure initiative aimed at positioning Nigeria as a leading digital economy hub in Africa. The strategic partnership, unveiled in Abuja on Tuesday, is designed to accelerate Nigeria’s digital transformation through large-scale infrastructure deployment, regulatory standardisation, and workforce development under the Nigerian Sovereign Cloud initiative. At the heart of the programme is the proposed “Nigeria Digital Triangle (NDT),” a network of hyperscale, AI-enabled data centre clusters expected to serve as the backbone for…

2027: Massive Turnout Rocks Ibadan as Ololade Bakare Declares Governorship Bid

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A massive crowd of supporters and party faithful on Tuesday thronged major streets of Ibadan to welcome All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Ololade Bakare, as he formally declared his ambition to contest the Oyo State governorship election ahead of the 2027 general elections. The atmosphere from Alakia Airport to the APC State Secretariat at Oke-Ado was charged with excitement as thousands of supporters stormed the route to receive the governorship aspirant following his return from Abuja, where he reportedly held strategic political engagements in pursuit of his ambition. Youths, women…

NHRC Demands Answers Over Repeated Civilian Deaths in Military Airstrikes

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Human Rights Commission has expressed grave concern over the recurring incidents of military airstrikes allegedly leading to civilian casualties in different parts of the country, warning that the trend violates established human rights and humanitarian law standards. Executive Secretary of the Commission, Tony Ojukwu, said although the Nigerian government has a legitimate responsibility to combat insurgency, banditry, and other security threats, such operations must be conducted in line with the Nigerian Constitution, international human rights obligations, and principles of international humanitarian law. In a statement issued on Tuesday…

NDLEA intercepts N10.4bn Canadian Cannabis Shipment at Lagos Port

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted a massive consignment of Canadian Loud, a high-potency strain of cannabis, valued at over N10.4 billion at the Tincan Island Port in Lagos. The agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja, noting that the seized shipment weighed 4,173.5 kilograms and was uncovered after months of intelligence gathering, surveillance, and collaboration with international law enforcement partners. According to the statement, the illicit consignment originated from Toronto, Canada, on March 28, 2026,…