Month: July 2026

Of banditry and a shared sovereignty (3), by Hassan Gimba

Emporium Reporters

This is the concluding part of this series. The first two editions were published two weeks ago. Although the article was originally written in 2022, its message remains as timely and relevant today as it was then. With insecurity continuing to ravage every region of the country, leaving citizens in constant fear and uncertainty, the issues it raises remain urgent and worthy of renewed attention. Last week, they attacked an estate within Abuja. Gunmen, bandits, Boko Haram, those who “drag” sovereignty with Nigeria, attacked Genuine Estate, within the vicinity of…

Nigerian Navy Intensifies Anti-Oil Theft Operations, Recovers 4.7 Million Litres of Stolen Crude in Three Months

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Navy has recorded major operational successes in the second quarter of Operation DELTA SENTINEL, recovering more than 4.698 million litres of stolen crude oil and illegally refined petroleum products while arresting over 91 suspects involved in crude oil theft, pipeline vandalism, militancy and other economic crimes across the Niger Delta. The achievements were disclosed in a statement issued by the Director of Naval Information, Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, who said the sustained operations coincided with Nigeria’s crude oil production rising above its OPEC production quota. According to the…

The Imperatives of Public Relations for Information Officers in Public Institutions By Yunusa Abugi,anipr

Emporium Reporters

The evolving Information Officer occupies a position far more strategic than that of a government spokesperson or media liaison. In today’s information-driven society, where citizens demand transparency, accountability and timely communication, Information Officers as custodians of public trust and institutional reputation relates with the people on daily basis demanding more strategic communication skills than ever. Since public relations has gone beyond mere publicity or managing media coverage, it has evolved into a strategic management function that fosters mutual understanding between government institutions and the people they serve. Consequently, Information Officers…

Tinubu’s LG Autonomy, PPPs Will Transform Grassroots Governance – Sunday Dare

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Media and Public Communications, Hon. Sunday Dare, has said the financial autonomy granted to Nigeria’s 774 local government councils, coupled with effective Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), will transform grassroots governance and accelerate sustainable development across the country. Dare stated this while delivering the keynote address at the Gazelle News Annual Lecture and Awards held on July 15, 2026. His lecture, titled “Driving Grassroots Governance with Public-Private Partnership: The Gains, the Pains, the Prospects,” focused on strengthening local governance through collaboration between government,…

NNPC’s NGPIS Bags ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Certification

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The NNPC Gas & Power Investment Services (NGPIS) has achieved a major milestone with the award of the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS) Certification by the British Standards Institution (BSI), reinforcing its commitment to operational excellence, quality service delivery and sustainable business performance. The certification was formally presented to the Executive Vice President, Gas, Power and New Energy, Olalekan Ogunleye, by the Head of Planning and Commercial at NGPIS, Ayuba Rabo, who led the company’s delegation to the presentation at the NNPC Towers in Abuja…

CBN Reforms Driving Economic Stability, Investment Confidence — Cardoso

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has said the apex bank’s ongoing reforms in exchange rate management, monetary policy, and financial system stability are laying a strong foundation for sustainable economic growth and renewed investor confidence. Speaking during a fireside chat at the 14th Annual BusinessDay CEO Forum 2026 held at the Eko Hotel, Lagos, Cardoso highlighted key gains recorded under the CBN’s reform agenda, noting that Nigeria’s gross external reserves have grown organically to 52 billion dollars, providing about 10 months of import cover,…

Sunday Dare Visits Rescued Oyo Pupils, Teachers, Donates ₦50,000 to 25 Schoolchildren

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications, Chief Sunday Dare, on Tuesday visited the rescued pupils and teachers who were abducted in the Yawota and Esinle communities of Oyo State, reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment to protecting the lives and property of Nigerians. Dare visited the victims at the LAUTECH Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, where they are receiving medical treatment following their rescue from captivity. He was received by the Chief Medical Director of the hospital, Prof. Olawale Olakulehin, who conducted him round the wards. During the…

TCN Commissions 60MVA Mobile Transformer in Damaturu, Boosts Power Supply in Yobe

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has commissioned a new 60MVA, 132/33kV Mobile Power Transformer at its Damaturu 132/33kV Transmission Substation in Yobe State, in a move aimed at strengthening electricity supply and improving the reliability of power transmission in the state. The transformer was successfully commissioned at 9:50 p.m. on Thursday, July 16, 2026. According to TCN, the newly installed transformer increases the substation’s transformation capacity from 120MVA to 180MVA, significantly enhancing operational flexibility, system reliability, and redundancy during maintenance or unexpected outages. The additional capacity also positions the…

NAF Graduates 114 Air Provost, Legal Personnel to Boost Discipline, Security

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has graduated 114 airmen and airwomen from the Air Provost Special Investigation and other specialised courses at the Air Provost Training Centre (APTC), reinforcing its commitment to building a disciplined, professional and mission-ready force. The combined graduation ceremony was held on Friday, July 17, 2026, at the APTC Multipurpose Hall. Speaking at the event, the Guest of Honour and Air Officer Commanding Ground Training Command, Air Vice Marshal AG Kehinde, described the Air Provost Training Centre as a beacon of excellence, noting that within six…

Nigeria, Senegal Move to Strengthen Bilateral Ties, Boost Trade

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria and Senegal have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, enhancing economic cooperation, and deepening collaboration on regional and multilateral issues. The commitment was made during a bilateral meeting between Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, and Senegal’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Cheikh Niang, on the sidelines of the ongoing ECOWAS Mid-Year Summit in Freetown, Sierra Leone, on Friday. During the meeting, Ambassador Enikanolaiye praised the longstanding cordial relationship between Nigeria and Senegal and expressed his determination to further deepen the brotherly ties between both…