Year: 2026

TMV Hails Tinubu as Over 13,000 Terrorists Killed, 17,000 Arrested in One Year

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Tinubu Media Volunteers (TMV) has commended President Bola Tinubu’s administration over what it described as remarkable progress in the fight against terrorism and violent crimes, citing the elimination of more than 13,000 terrorists and the arrest of 17,000 others within the past year. In a statement jointly signed by its Chairman, Chukwudi Enekwechi, and Secretary, Segun Ogedengbe, the group said the achievements demonstrated the Federal Government’s commitment to tackling insecurity and restoring peace across the country. According to the group, President Tinubu recently disclosed that terrorism-related deaths in Nigeria…

Deputy Speaker Kalu Seeks Dedicated Climate Budget, Capacity Building for African Parliaments

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has called for increased capacity building for African lawmakers and the creation of dedicated budget allocations for climate change programmes across the Global South. Kalu made the call on Thursday while speaking at the GLOBE Legislators Parliamentary Reception held at the House of Commons during the inauguration of Sam Onuigbo as the new President of the Global Legislators Organisation for a Balanced Environment. The Deputy Speaker said African parliaments must strengthen their understanding of climate change issues through continuous education…

NHRC Raises Alarm Over Rising Drug Abuse, Seeks Human Rights-Based Response

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Human Rights Commission has expressed concern over the rising incidence of drug abuse and illicit trafficking in Nigeria, describing the trend as a serious threat to public health, national security, human dignity and sustainable development. In a statement to mark the 2026 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, the Executive Secretary of the Commission, Chief Tony Ojukwu, OFR, SAN, called for a coordinated national response rooted in human rights principles rather than stigma and discrimination. Ojukwu noted that substance abuse, particularly among young people, had reached…

NHRC Reaffirms Commitment to End Torture, Seeks Justice for Victims

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has reaffirmed its commitment to preventing torture, protecting the dignity of persons deprived of liberty, and ensuring justice and effective remedies for victims of torture across Nigeria. The Executive Secretary of the Commission, Chief Tony Ojukwu, made the commitment in a statement issued on Friday to commemorate the 2026 International Day in Support of Victims of Torture. Ojukwu joined the global community in honouring victims and survivors of torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment, paid tribute to their resilience and determination to…

NSCDC Shuts Seven Illegal Mineral Processing Centres, Arrests Four in Niger Crackdown

Emporium Reporters

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), through its Mining Marshals, has sealed seven suspected illegal mineral buying and processing centres in Kontagora, Niger State, as part of a crackdown on illegal mining activities and violations of the nation’s mining laws. The enforcement operation, which also led to the arrest of four suspects, was carried out on June 12, 2026, following credible intelligence that some of the facilities were operating without the required approvals and allegedly purchasing strategic minerals from unverified sources. Commander of the Mining Marshals, Assistant Commandant…

FG Reaffirms Commitment to Chemical Safety, Emergency Preparedness

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening chemical safety, public health security and emergency preparedness as part of efforts to protect Nigerians from the health, environmental and socio-economic consequences of chemical incidents. The commitment was reiterated by the Director of the Food and Drugs Services Department at the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Mrs. Olufowobi-Yusuf Adeola, during the Second Quarter 2026 meeting of the National Committee on Chemical Surveillance and Emergency Systems (NCCSES) in Abuja. The meeting focused on reviewing the draft implementation strategy for the…

NUJ Hails ECOWAS Court Victory for Journalist Jide Oyekunle, Seeks Immediate Compliance with Judgment

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has hailed the judgment of the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice in favour of journalist Jide Oyekunle, describing it as a significant victory for journalism, press freedom, and the protection of media practitioners in Nigeria. The union said the court’s decision, which awarded N10 million in damages against the Nigerian government for violating Oyekunle’s rights, marks an important milestone in the fight to safeguard journalists and uphold freedom of the press. In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by the NUJ National Secretary,…

NUJ FCT Reaffirms Commitment to Independent Media, Backs CHRICED’s ‘Make It Count’ Initiative

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the future of independent media and promoting human rights reporting, as it joined media stakeholders in Abuja for the launch of CHRICED’s “Make It Count” initiative. The one-day stakeholders’ meeting, held on June 24, 2026, at the Catholic Secretariat Resource Centre, Durumi, was convened by CHRICED Radio and TV in partnership with Weltfilme, Germany, with support from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). Representing the Chairman of the NUJ FCT Council, Comrade…

Julius Berger, Stakeholders Intensify Rescue After Port Harcourt Building Collapse

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Rescue operations intensified on Thursday following the collapse of a five-storey building under construction along Dr. Peter Odili Road near Eterna Filling Station in Port Harcourt, as Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, other construction firms, and government agencies scaled up efforts to save trapped workers. The building reportedly collapsed at about 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, trapping an unspecified number of construction workers beneath the rubble and leaving residents of the Rivers State capital in shock. The incident occurred less than 24 hours after another building collapse in the city, heightening concerns…

Emporium Reporters @10: Information Minister Urges Journalists to Uphold Ethics, Defend National Interest

Emporium Reporters

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has urged journalists across the country to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism, warning against the use of media platforms to undermine national institutions. The minister gave the charge on Thursday in Abuja at the Emporium Leadership Lecture and Awards, held alongside the unveiling of the special 10th anniversary commemorative edition of Emporium Magazine. Represented by the Director-General of the Voice of Nigeria (VON), Malam Jibrin Ndache, Idris stressed that the media has a critical role in safeguarding national…