Author: Lukman Laleye Babalola

Lukman Laleye Babalola is a graduate of Journalism,a content creator and Editor with Emporium Reporters online

Troops Foil Terrorist Kidnap Attempts, Rescue 22 Victims in Sokoto

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Troops of Sector 2, Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have rescued 22 kidnapped victims in separate operations in Sabon Birni and Isa Local Government Areas of Sokoto State, thwarting attempts by terrorists to abduct innocent civilians. The military operation, which took place on June 18, 2026, was carried out following credible intelligence and distress calls from affected communities, leading to the successful rescue of passengers and farmers who had been abducted by armed terrorists. According to the Media Information Officer of Joint Task Force (North West) Operation…

MURIC Commends States for Declaring Hijrah Holiday, Urges FG to Recognise Islamic New Year

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has applauded several state governments for declaring a public holiday to mark the commencement of the Islamic New Year, Hijrah 1448 AH, describing the move as a demonstration of religious tolerance and respect for the rights of Muslims. In a statement issued on Saturday, Executive Director of MURIC, Ishaq Akintola, praised states that observed the holiday and called on the Federal Government to follow suit by officially recognizing the first day of the Islamic calendar as a national public holiday. According to the Islamic human…

Tinubu Opening South-East to Global Trade Through Trans-Saharan Superhighway — TDF

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Democratic Front (TDF) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what it described as a bold and visionary infrastructure drive aimed at integrating the South-East region into broader national and international trade networks through the construction of the Trans-Saharan Superhighway. The group said the ongoing 123.6-kilometre superhighway project, estimated at N668 billion, will unlock enormous economic opportunities for the South-East by linking the region with major commercial corridors across Nigeria and beyond. In a statement jointly signed by its Chairman, Mallam Danjuma Muhammad, and Secretary, Chief Wale Adedayo, TDF…

World Bank Ranking of Apapa, Tin Can Ports Shows Tinubu Reforms Are Working — TMV

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Tinubu Media Volunteers (TMV) has described the recent recognition of Nigeria’s Apapa and Tin Can Island ports among the world’s most improved ports as evidence that the economic reforms of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration are yielding positive results.   In a statement issued by its Chairman, Chukwudi Enekwechi, and Secretary, Segun Ogedengbe, the group said the ranking by the World Bank’s Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) reflects ongoing efforts to reposition Nigeria’s maritime sector and strengthen the country’s role in global trade.   TMV noted that the…

TMSG to Atiku: Condemn Banditry, Stop Playing Politics With Insecurity

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Tinubu Media Support Group (TMSG) has criticised former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over what it described as his failure to openly condemn banditry and criminal activities in parts of the country, accusing him of using insecurity as a political tool against the administration of President Bola Tinubu.   In a statement signed by its Chairman, Emeka Nwankpa, and Secretary, Dapo Okubanjo, the group said it was concerned that Atiku had consistently criticised the Federal Government’s handling of insecurity but had allegedly failed to directly call out the perpetrators of…

Navy Arrests 13, Seizes Two Boats Over Illegal Black Sand Mining in Bayelsa

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Navy has arrested 13 suspects and seized two wooden boats laden with suspected illegally mined black sand in Bayelsa State, in a major operation aimed at curbing the illegal exploitation of the nation’s natural resources.   The operation was carried out by personnel of the Forward Operating Base (FOB) FORMOSO following credible intelligence on the movement of vessels allegedly involved in illegal mining activities within the coastal communities of Brass Local Government Area of the state. According to a statement issued on Thursday by the Director of Naval…

FOGOCOM Backs Tinubu for 2027, Hails Unprecedented Transformation in Tertiary Education

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Forum of Governing Council Members in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions (FOGOCOM) has thrown its weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, citing what it described as unprecedented progress in Nigeria’s tertiary education sector under the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The endorsement came at a National Press Conference held on Saturday in Abuja, where governing council members from universities, polytechnics and colleges of education across the country gathered to review developments in the education sector and assess the impact of government interventions. The event opened on a solemn…

OHCSF Approves NIMC Scheme of Service, Strengthens Institutional Reforms

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) has approved the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Scheme of Service, marking a major milestone in the Commission’s drive towards improved efficiency, professional development and institutional growth.   The approval, described as the first of its kind for NIMC, is expected to provide a structured framework for career progression, organisational effectiveness and improved service delivery within the identity management agency.   The development is part of ongoing reforms being implemented under the leadership of the Director General/Chief…

Customs Trains Officers on New Tax Reforms, Strengthens Revenue Compliance

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has commenced a capacity-building programme for its officers and personnel on the Federal Government’s new tax policies, in a move aimed at strengthening compliance and improving revenue administration.   The two-day training programme, organised in collaboration with the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), was held from Wednesday, June 17, to Thursday, June 18, 2026, at the Service Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja.   The session brought together members of the NCS Management Team, Comptrollers, Superintendents and other officers across different cadres as part of efforts to ensure…

Military Sustains Nationwide Offensive, Rescues Dozens, Recovers Arms, Disrupts Terror Networks

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) has recorded major operational successes across the country, with troops rescued kidnapped citizens, neutralised terrorists, arrested suspected collaborators and recovered weapons and illicit economic assets during operations conducted between June 12 and 18, 2026.   The Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, in a statement on Friday, said troops across multiple theatres degraded the capabilities of terrorists, criminal groups, kidnappers and economic saboteurs, while strengthening security around vulnerable communities and critical infrastructure.   In the North East, troops of Operation Hadin Kai…