Author: Lukman Laleye Babalola

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

Oyo Rescue Operation Unsettles Opposition Ahead of 2027, TDF says

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Democratic Front (TDF) has described the successful rescue of 44 pupils and teachers abducted by terrorists in Oyo State as a major security breakthrough, claimed the operation has weakened the opposition’s attempt to use insecurity as a campaign issue ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Danjuma Muhammad, and Secretary, Wale Adedayo, the group expressed delight over the rescue of the victims, who were kidnapped in Oriire Local Government Area on May 15, 2026. TDF commended the security agencies for what it described…

Oyo School Rescue Validates Tinubu’s Intelligence-Led Security Strategy — TSF

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Tinubu Stakeholders Forum (TSF) has described the successful rescue of pupils and teachers abducted from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State as a major victory for Nigeria’s security forces, saying the operation validates the Federal Government’s intelligence-led and inter-agency security strategy. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Ahmad Sajoh, and Secretary, Danjuma Sada, the Forum said the safe recovery of the victims after 56 days in captivity, without the payment of ransom or loss of innocent lives, demonstrated the professionalism and operational effectiveness of the security agencies…

Ajaokuta Gas Supply Deal Signals Fresh Push to Revive Steel Complex – TMSG

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Tinubu Media Support Group (TMSG) has described the newly signed gas supply agreement between the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and the Ajaokuta Steel Company as a significant milestone in the Federal Government’s efforts to revive the long-dormant steel complex. In a statement jointly signed by its Chairman, Emeka Nwankpa, and Secretary, Dapo Okubanjo, the group said the agreement demonstrated President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to fulfilling his promise to restore the 46-year-old steel plant and reposition it as a catalyst for Nigeria’s industrialisation. According to TMSG, the Memorandum…

SEC Launches Nationwide Campaign to Help Investors Recover Unclaimed Dividends

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched a nationwide public enlightenment campaign to assist Nigerians in recovering unclaimed dividends and other funds arising from capital market transactions. The campaign commenced on Thursday with a town hall meeting in Lagos, where the Commission sensitised investors on the existence of unclaimed monies, the role of the National Investor Protection Fund (NIPF), and the procedures for verifying and recovering legitimate claims. Speaking at the event, the Director-General of the SEC, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, represented by the Director of Registration and Exchanges, Market…

TCN, NSCDC, Telecoms Operators Unite to Protect Critical Infrastructure in Edo

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has joined forces with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), telecommunications operators and other critical infrastructure stakeholders in Edo State to strengthen collaboration aimed at protecting power transmission facilities and fibre optic infrastructure from vandalism and accidental damage. The stakeholders’ engagement meeting, organised by the Edo State Command of the NSCDC on Tuesday, brought together representatives from the power, telecommunications, construction and government sectors to address the growing incidents of vandalism, illegal excavation and fibre optic cable cuts affecting critical infrastructure across…

NUJ FCT Pledges to Amplify Policewomen’s Stories, Backs Gender Reforms

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting gender mainstreaming in the Nigeria Police Force, describing inclusive policing as a matter of public interest and pledging closer collaboration to amplify the achievements of policewomen. The commitment was made on Wednesday at the Nigeria Policewomen Conference (NPWC) 2026 in Abuja, themed “Strengthening Women’s Leadership in Policing for Inclusive Security and Sustainable Reform.” Representing the NUJ FCT Council Chairman, Comrade Grace Ike, the Council’s Auditor, Comrade Rosemary Ukoko-Tega, said the media had historically been excluded from…

NITDA, NIMC Deepen Partnership to Accelerate Nigeria’s Digital Public Infrastructure

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) have strengthened their collaboration to fast-track the development of Nigeria’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), marking a significant step towards enhancing digital identity, cybersecurity, and government service delivery. The strategic meeting, held at NITDA Headquarters, followed the signing of the NIMC Act 2026, a landmark legislation that repeals the 2007 legal framework and redefines NIMC’s mandate as Nigeria’s foundational digital authority and national trust anchor. Speaking during the meeting, NITDA Director-General, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, CCIE, congratulated NIMC…

World Public Relations Day: Niger Govt Reaffirms Commitment to Transparent, People-Centred Communication

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Niger State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transparent, responsible and people-centred communication as it joined public relations practitioners across Nigeria and the world in commemorating the 2026 World Public Relations Day. The position was contained in a statement issued on Thursday by the Director of Information Services, Niger State Ministry of Information and Orientation, Yunusa Saidu Ibrahim, who said this year’s celebration, themed “The Golden Age of Strategic Public Relations,” highlights the growing importance of strategic communication in promoting trust, strengthening institutional credibility and fostering sustainable development. According…

MISSING AND FOUND CHILD

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The FCT Police Command requests members of the public to assist with any useful information that will help reunite the child whose photograph is attached, Aliyu Suleiman, with his family. Aliyu Suleiman is six (6) years old. He speaks Hausa fluently and stated that he came to Abuja from Port Harcourt with his mother, Rashidat. According to him, he had gone out with his mother and his three siblings; Aisha, Umar, and Zaipa, when he became separated from them. The child was later found wandering around the Kubwa area by…

Nigerian Navy Foils Pipeline Vandalism, Arrests Two Suspects in Imo

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Navy has thwarted an alleged pipeline vandalism operation in Imo State, intercepted a truck loaded with suspected stolen crude oil pipeline sections and arresting two suspects linked to a pipeline vandalism syndicate. The operation, carried out by personnel of Naval Base (NB) Oguta on July 15, 2026, was intelligence-driven and targeted criminal activities in Oguta Local Government Area of the state. According to a statement signed by the Director of Naval Information, Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, the operatives intercepted a Mercedes truck transporting 10 sections of crude oil…