Day: July 14, 2026

NDPC Seeks Stronger Public-Private Partnerships to Drive Sustainable Infrastructure, Digital Economy

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr. Vincent Olatunji, has called for stronger public-private partnerships to accelerate sustainable infrastructure development and strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy. Dr. Olatunji made the call while delivering a goodwill message at the Nigeria Infrastructure Conference (INFRACON 2026), organised by the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA). Speaking on the conference theme, “Mobilising Private Capital for Sustainable Infrastructure Development in Nigeria,” the NDPC boss stressed that sustainable infrastructure development requires collective action from…

Senate Raises Alarm Over NCDC Funding, Says ₦2.9bn Monthly ‘A Drop in the Ocean’

Emporium Reporters

By James Isaac, Abuja       The Chairman of the Senate Committee on the North Central Development Commission (NCDC), Senator Titus Tartenger Zam, has expressed concern over the inadequate funding of the commission, warning that the current allocation is insufficient to drive meaningful development across the North Central region. Speaking after an interactive session with the management of the commission on Tuesday, Senator Zam disclosed that while the NCDC proposed an annual budget of ₦140 billion, it currently receives only ₦2.9 billion monthly as operating funds from the Federal…

Army Names Brig. Gen. Oyekola Acting Military Secretary, Okoro Takes Command of 6 Division

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Army has appointed Brigadier General Olawale Matthew Oyekola as the Acting Military Secretary (Army), following a formal handover ceremony held at the Army Headquarters Department of Military Secretary, Mambilla Barracks, Abuja. Brigadier General Oyekola officially assumed office from Major General Everest Okoro on Monday, July 13, 2026, marking a significant leadership transition within one of the Army’s key administrative departments. Major General Okoro has been redeployed as the General Officer Commanding (GOC), 6 Division, Nigerian Army, and Land Component Commander, Joint Task Force South-South Operation DELTA SAFE. In…

NITDA Seeks Bigger Digital Infrastructure Investment to Drive Nigeria’s Industrialisation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has called for accelerated investment in digital infrastructure, describing it as a critical pillar for Nigeria’s industrialisation and long-term economic growth. Speaking at the maiden edition of the Nigeria Infrastructure Conference (INFRACON 2026) in Abuja, NITDA Director General, Kashifu Inuwa, stressed that digital infrastructure must be integrated into conventional infrastructure to unlock the country’s full industrial and economic potential. The conference, organised by the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA), was themed “Mobilising Private Capital for Sustainable Infrastructure…

Joint Security Operation Foils Kidnap in Edo, Troops Rescue Three Victims, Kill Two Terrorists

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Army, in a joint operation with the Nigeria Police Force and local vigilante groups, has rescued three kidnapped victims, neutralised two suspected terrorists and recovered three AK-47 rifles during a clearance operation in Edo State. The Army disclosed that the operation followed a report of a kidnap incident at Ambrose Alli University on July 13, 2026. Acting on credible intelligence, troops, alongside police personnel and local vigilantes, tracked the suspected kidnappers to their hideout in Esan Local Government Area of the state. On reaching the location, the joint…

Nigerian Army, Police Strengthen Partnership to Tackle Insecurity

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Army and the Nigeria Police Force have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening inter-agency collaboration to enhance national security and combat emerging security threats across the country. This commitment was reiterated on Tuesday during a courtesy visit by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Anietie Iniedu, to the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Onyechi Appolonia Anele, at the Army Headquarters in Abuja. Speaking during the meeting, Colonel Anele said the increasing complexity of Nigeria’s security challenges requires sustained cooperation among security and intelligence agencies through improved intelligence…

Engineering Key to Nigeria’s Industrialisation, Economic Growth – Yilwatda

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National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, has declared that engineering, innovation and technology must remain at the heart of Nigeria’s development agenda if the country is to achieve sustainable economic growth, industrialisation and global competitiveness. Yilwatda made the remark on Tuesday while attending the opening ceremony of the 34th Engineering Assembly of the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) in Abuja, where engineering professionals, policymakers, industry leaders and academics gathered to discuss the future of engineering practice in Nigeria. Describing the…

Finance Minister Pushes Stronger West African Tax Cooperation to Boost Revenue, Compliance

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, has called for stronger regional collaboration to deepen tax administration reforms, improve compliance with ECOWAS tax directives, and enhance domestic revenue mobilisation across West Africa. Oyedele made the call on Tuesday in Abuja while receiving a delegation from the West African Tax Administration Forum (WATAF), led by its Executive Secretary, Jules Tapsoba Sulio, during a courtesy visit to the Federal Ministry of Finance. Commending WATAF for its achievements since its establishment in 2011, the Minister acknowledged…

BREAKING: Police Arrest Alleged Fake Presidential Council DG Adeniyi Adeyemi

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Police have arrested Adeniyi Adeyemi, who allegedly presented himself as the Director-General of the purported Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), following a bench warrant issued by the Federal High Court in Abuja. Justice Mohammed Umar ordered Adeyemi’s arrest on Tuesday after he failed to appear in court for his scheduled arraignment on an eight-count charge linked to the alleged establishment and operation of the PFIPC, which the Presidency says is not a recognised government agency. Adeyemi was reportedly arrested shortly after the court proceedings and taken into…

Nigeria, Egypt Move to Deepen Anti-Drug Fight with Intelligence-Sharing MoU

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria and Egypt are set to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the fight against illicit drug trafficking and substance abuse as the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and Egyptian authorities move towards signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on intelligence sharing, joint operations and training. The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), disclosed this on Tuesday in Abuja while receiving the Egyptian Ambassador to Nigeria, Mohammed Fouad, during a courtesy visit. Marwa described the proposed agreement as a major step towards institutionalising collaboration between…