Author: Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed deep sorrow and solidarity with the Government and people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo following a devastating Ebola outbreak that has reportedly claimed more than 130 lives and infected over 500 people. In a statement issued on Friday by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, Nigeria conveyed its heartfelt condolences to families affected by the epidemic and described the situation as a tragic public health emergency. The government commended health authorities, frontline medical personnel, humanitarian workers,…

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has commended the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for the successful commissioning of Clean Beat 91.5FM, describing the initiative as a major breakthrough in Nigeria’s fight against substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking. In a statement issued on Friday, HURIWA praised the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the NDLEA, Mohammed Buba Marwa, for what it described as visionary leadership in deploying media advocacy as a preventive tool against drug abuse. The rights advocacy group stated that the launch of the radio station…

The Niger State Government has called on construction firms handling road and infrastructure projects across the state to improve public notification systems on road diversions and temporary blockages in order to ease traffic congestion and reduce inconvenience to motorists. The Honourable Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mr. Obed Nuhu Nana, made the appeal while speaking on the impact of ongoing construction activities within Minna metropolis and other parts of the state. According to the Commissioner, timely dissemination of information and proper placement of directional signs at construction sites would go…

The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation has reaffirmed its commitment to public sector transformation in Nigeria by returning as Diamond Partner for the 2026 International Civil Service Conference (ICSC) organised by the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF). The two-day conference, held from May 20 to 21 at Eagle Square, Abuja, attracted over 5,000 participants, including delegates from 16 countries across Africa, Europe, Asia, and North America. The conference focused on the theme, “Reforms, Resilience, and Results.” President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, represented by Secretary to the Government…

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has congratulated the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, following his emergence as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State. In a statement issued on Friday by its Executive Director, Ishaq Akintola, the Islamic human rights organisation also felicitated with candidates who emerged victorious in various primary elections across political parties and levels of contest. MURIC described Hamzat’s victory as a reflection of competence, dedication and acceptance within the party, noted that he successfully passed through what it…

The Commissioner of Police, Niger State Command, CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, has presented cheques from the Niger State Government totaling ₦5 million to families of police officers killed in the line of duty and an inspector currently receiving treatment for gunshot injuries. CP Elleman made the presentation during a visit to Inspector Emmanuel Onah at the IBB Specialist Hospital, Minna, where the officer is receiving medical attention following injuries sustained during an attack on a police tactical team at Papiri on May 6, 2026. According to the Police Public Relations…

The Nigeria Customs Service has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening legitimate trade with China while intensifying efforts to curb illicit economic activities through enhanced enforcement and bilateral cooperation. The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, disclosed this on Wednesday during a meeting with Nigeria’s Ambassador-Designate to China, Lieutenant General Abdulrahman Dambazau, at the Customs Headquarters in Abuja. Speaking during the visit, Adeniyi described Dambazau as a familiar figure to the Service due to his distinguished military and leadership background, expressing confidence in his ability to strengthen Nigeria’s diplomatic and trade relations…

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Adewale Adeniyi, has called for increased support towards the completion of the Nigeria Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) National Secretariat project in Abuja, describing it as a landmark initiative that would give the public relations profession a befitting national identity. Adeniyi made the appeal on Wednesday during an inspection visit to the ongoing construction of the NIPR National Secretariat, known as “Public Relations Place,” located within the premises of Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria Radio House, Garki, Abuja. Speaking after inspecting the project,…