Year: 2026

IGP Egbetokun promotes 141,054 Officers in 32 months, upholds merit-based system in NPF

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Since assuming office in June 2023, Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun has overseen the promotion of 141,054 officers across all ranks in the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), marking one of the most significant upward movements in recent history. The Force describes the exercise as a reflection of its commitment to meritocracy, professionalism, and the welfare of its personnel. “This is a system that rewards professionalism and proven capacity,” IGP Egbetokun said. “We will not be swayed by those who trade in falsehood or seek to undermine the integrity…

FG ends 84-Day JOHESU strike, approves salary payment, withdraws ‘No Work, No Pay’

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has resolved the 84-day nationwide industrial action embarked upon by the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU), following a successful conciliation meeting between both parties. The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare announced that JOHESU has suspended the strike and directed its members across the country to resume work immediately in the interest of patients, health system stability, and national public health security. Speaking on the development, the Honourable Minister of State for Health, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, said the resolution underscored the Federal Government’s commitment to…

Insecurity In Nigeria: Joining Hands To End The Violence, Killings And Bloodshed In Society! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

Emporium Reporters

In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   Praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds, may the blessings and peace be upon our beloved master Muhammad, the last of Prophets, on his family, and all his companions.   Dear brothers and sisters! Know that, joining hands to end violence, killings, and bloodshed in society requires a comprehensive approach that combines community action, policy change, and support for vulnerable populations.   Allah the Most High says:   “Whoever kills a soul… it is as if…

Reps commend Health Ministry, Back ₦224.36bn 2026 Budget, demand timely BHCPF release

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The House of Representatives has commended the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare for its performance, particularly in the implementation of the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF), while backing its proposed ₦224.36 billion budget for the 2026 fiscal year. The commendation came on Monday in Abuja during the presentation of the Ministry’s 2026 Headquarters Budget Proposal to the Joint House Committees on Health Services. Presenting the proposal, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, said the Ministry proposed a total estimate of ₦224.36…

2026 Budget: Senate demands stronger funding for Anti-Trafficking, Disability Inclusion, Elderly Welfare

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Senate Committee on Special Duties has called for increased funding for key social protection agencies, citing rising human trafficking cases, inadequate data on persons with disabilities, and insufficient welfare support for senior citizens. Chairman of the Committee, Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan, made the demand on Tuesday during the 2026 budget defence session and review of the 2024/2025 performance of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), and the National Senior Citizens Centre (NSCC). Expressing concern over the…

Customs pledges to dismantle export bottlenecks for Onion farmers

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting onion farmers and export-focused stakeholders by removing non-tariff barriers and addressing operational bottlenecks along key trade corridors. The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, gave the assurance on Monday, 9 February 2026, during a courtesy visit by the Regional Observatory of Onion in West and Central Africa (ORO/AOC), led by its President, Aliyu Maitasamu, at the Customs House, Maitama, Abuja. Assuring stakeholders of the Service’s backing, CGC Adeniyi said Customs would collaborate with relevant government agencies to create a…

Oyo/Osun Customs drives Inter-Agency synergy, engages Air Force, Immigration, Traditional Rulers

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Oyo/Osun Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has stepped up efforts to strengthen inter-agency collaboration and stakeholder engagement as part of strategies to enhance security, intelligence sharing and effective service delivery within its area of responsibility. The renewed push for cooperation was demonstrated on Tuesday, 10 February 2026, through a series of strategic courtesy and familiarization visits involving key security agencies and traditional institutions across Oyo and Osun states. As part of the engagements, the Operational Headquarters of the Command hosted the Nigerian Air Force Works Station, Ibadan,…

COAS to deliver keynote at Liberia’s 69th Armed Forces Day

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of Nigeria, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has arrived in Liberia to participate in the country’s Sixty-Ninth Armed Forces Day Celebration on Wednesday, 11 February 2026. On arrival, he was warmly received by Major General Davidson Forley, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of Liberia, and inspected a Guard of Honour in a display of military tradition and mutual respect. Lieutenant General Shaibu also visited the Nigerian Embassy, where he met Chargé d’Affaires Ambassador Rahmat Muhammad and commended embassy staff for their role in…

Commander NAWC undertakes familiarization visits to NAHFC , NAOWA strengthens ties for women empowerment

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Commander of the Nigerian Army Women Command (NAWC), Brigadier General MS Adamu, embarked on a series of familiarization visits to key Nigerian Army institutions as part of his efforts to foster cooperation and promote the welfare of female personnel. Brigadier General Adamu, who assumed command on 29 January 2026, first visited the Nigerian Army Heritage and Future Centre (NAHFC), where he was warmly received by Major General TE Gagariga and senior officers of the Centre. In his remarks, the Commander commended the Centre for preserving the Nigerian Army’s heritage…

2025 Budget Collapse: CSO blames Finance Ministers, AGoF for failing Economy and Health Sector

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A leading pro-democracy civil society organization, the National Vanguard for Accountable and Transparent Democracy (NVATD), has slammed the Nigerian Minister of Finance, Mr. Wale Edun, his Minister of State, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, and the Accountant-General of the Federation (AGoF), Mr. Shamsedeen Babatunde Ogunjimi, for what it described as deliberate actions undermining the Federal Government’s efforts to revive the economy and health sector. During a protest at the National Assembly, NVATD Secretary General, Dr. Harry Linus, accused the officers of blocking funding for capital projects in the 2024 Appropriation, resulting in…