Author: Lukman Laleye Babalola

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

APC Group Rallies Behind Bago, Sani Musa for Second Term

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A prominent support group within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Niger State has thrown its weight behind Governor Mohammed Umar Bago and Senator Sani Musa, declaring them deserving of another term in office based on their performance and developmental strides. The endorsement was made by the APC Grassroots Mobilization Network during a strategic meeting held in Minna on Tuesday. In a communique jointly signed by the group’s Coordinator, Abdullahi Ibrahim, and Secretary, Aisha Mohammed, the group praised Governor Bago for what it described as transformative leadership since assuming office.…

Court Adjourns Suit Against British Airways Over Alleged Missing Luggage to July 2

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed July 2, 2026, for continuation of hearing in a suit filed by a Nigerian passenger, Mr Amechi Michael, against British Airways over an alleged missing carry-on luggage. The matter came up before Justice Obiora Egwuatu, where the plaintiff was cross-examined by defence counsel, Mr John Godwin, who held the brief of Folorunsho Majiyagbe (SAN). During the proceedings, Amechi told the court that he reported the incident to the airline’s customer care service after discovering that his carry-on luggage was missing. According to…

Nigerian Legion Chairman Grace Morenike Henry Inducted into NANS Hall of Fame, Empowers Widow of Fallen Army Officer

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has conferred its Merit Award for Nation Building on the National Chairman of the Nigerian Legion, Grace Morenike Henry, in recognition of her contributions to humanitarian service and support for military veterans and their families. The award presentation and induction into the NANS Hall of Fame took place at the Nigerian Legion Headquarters in Abuja, where the NANS Vice President, Mohammed Abdulrazaq, described Ms Henry as a leader committed to integrity, public service, and national development. According to Abdulrazaq, the Nigerian Legion Chairman…

Nigerian Navy Busts Rice Smuggling Ring, Intercepts 130 Bags in Badagry

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Navy has intensified its crackdown on smuggling activities with the interception of 130 bags of foreign parboiled rice during a targeted operation along the Badagry waterways in Lagos State. The seizure was carried out by personnel of the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Badagry as part of ongoing efforts to combat smuggling and other forms of economic sabotage within Nigeria’s maritime domain. In a statement issued on Friday, the Director of Naval Information, Abiodun Folorunsho, said the operation followed credible intelligence on the activities of smugglers operating within FOB…

Troops Neutralise Three Terrorists, Recover Arms in Zamfara

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Troops of Sector 2, Joint Task Force North West, operating under Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have recorded another major operational success against terrorists in Zamfara State, neutralising three suspected terrorists and recovering a cache of arms and ammunition during a fighting patrol. The operation, conducted in the early hours of Thursday, targeted terrorist hideouts in Kaura Namoda and Birnin Magaji Local Government Areas as part of sustained efforts to deny criminal elements freedom of movement across the state. According to the Media Information Officer of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu…

PGF Dismisses Rumours of Uzodimma’s Removal as Chairman

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF) has dismissed as false and misleading reports alleging the removal of the Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodimma, as chairman of the forum. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Director-General of the forum, Folorunso S. Aluko, described the report circulating on some media platforms as baseless, misleading, and completely devoid of truth, insisting that no decision was taken against the PGF chairman. Aluko stated that no meeting of the forum was held where such a resolution was considered or adopted, adding that the PGF…

Niger Police Arrest Suspects Over Sexual Offences, Rape, Political Billboard Vandalism

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Police Force ,Niger State Command has arrested several suspects over alleged cases of sexual offences involving minors, rape, and destruction of political campaign materials in different parts of the state. According to a statement issued on Wednesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, operatives attached to Bosso Division arrested a 37-year-old suspect, Isah Usman, over allegations of engaging in unlawful sexual acts involving minors in the Angwan Biri area of Minna. Police said the suspect allegedly lured boys aged between 13 and 15 years with…

Troops Repel ISWAP Attack on FOB Magumeri, Neutralise Scores, Recover Arms

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have successfully repelled an attack by suspected ISWAP terrorists on the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Magumeri in Borno State, neutralising scores of insurgents and recovering a cache of arms and ammunition. According to a statement issued on Thursday by the Media Information Officer of OPHK, Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, the terrorists launched the attack in the early hours of May 7, 2026, attempting to infiltrate the military base under poor visibility conditions. The statement noted that although the…

NEPZA, NAFDAC Deepen Partnership to Tighten Regulation of Pharmaceuticals in Free Trade Zones

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) and the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) have renewed their partnership aimed at strengthening regulatory oversight of pharmaceutical products and consumables produced within the nation’s Free Trade Zones (FTZs). The renewed collaboration was announced during a courtesy visit by the Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, to the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NEPZA, Dr. Olufemi Ogunyemi, at the Authority’s headquarters in Abuja. Prof. Adeyeye said the visit was part of efforts to reinforce cooperation between…

Nigeria Embassy in Beijing Honours Victorious Football Team, Highlights Sports Diplomacy Gains

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in Beijing, China, has hosted a special reception in honour of the Nigerian football team that emerged champions at the just-concluded Flames Beijing World Cup, in a celebration that highlighted the growing impact of sports diplomacy in advancing Nigeria’s image abroad. The event was attended by a representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, alongside embassy officials, members of the Nigerian student community, supporters, and players who represented Nigeria at the amateur international tournament featuring participants largely from the…