Author: Lukman Laleye Babalola

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

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…

DG Tasks NYSC Legal Officers on FOI Compliance, Data Protection

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Oluseye Nafiu, has urged the Scheme’s legal officers to uphold integrity and strictly adhere to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) while handling requests for official information. Speaking at the opening of the 2026 NYSC Legal Officers Capacity Enhancement Training on the Freedom of Information Act and the Cybercrimes Act in Abuja, Nafiu described the FOIA as a vital instrument for promoting transparency and accountability in public administration. The training, held at Bolingo Hotel, Abuja, is…

FG Pushes Technology-Driven Prison Reforms, Stronger African Cooperation on Correctional Services

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has called for technology-driven reforms in correctional services across Africa, urging countries on the continent to strengthen regional cooperation, embrace digital innovation and adopt rehabilitation-focused prison systems to improve security and justice administration. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the call while declaring open the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Regional Conference on Prisoner Classification and the Use of Technology in Prison Settings in Africa. Speaking at the conference, the minister said modern correctional systems must evolve to address contemporary security challenges,…

TCN Sensitises Abuja Staff on Preventive Healthcare, Conducts Free Medical Screening

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has intensified efforts to promote preventive healthcare among its workforce with a health sensitisation and medical screening programme for employees at its Abuja Regional Office. The programme, organised by TCN’s Medical Department on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, forms part of an ongoing initiative being implemented across offices within the Abuja Region to encourage healthy living and early detection of diseases through routine medical check-ups. Speaking during the sensitisation session, Assistant Manager (Medicals), Nurse Jenifer Akubuobi, educated employees on the dangers of non-communicable diseases, commonly…

Senator Ngwu Pledges Support as TCN Seeks Solution to Enugu Transmission Project Delay

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Senator representing Enugu West Senatorial District, Engr. Dr. Osita Ngwu, has pledged to support efforts to resolve the challenges delaying the commissioning of the 9th Mile 132/33kV Transmission Substation in Enugu State. Senator Ngwu made the commitment during an inspection visit to the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) facility at 9th Mile on Saturday, July 11, 2026. He was received by the Assistant General Manager (Transmission), Enugu Sub-Region, Engr. Jude Madu, alongside other management staff, who briefed him on the operational status of the substation. According to Engr. Madu,…

Customs, Police Deepen Partnership on Strategic Communication, Public Engagement

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening inter-agency collaboration, with a renewed focus on strategic communication, public engagement, and information sharing to support national security. The commitment was made during a courtesy visit by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Anietie Okokon Edem Iniedu, to the National Public Relations Officer of the NCS, Deputy Comptroller of Customs Abdullahi Maiwada, at the Service Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja. The visit, part of the Force PRO’s familiarisation tour following his appointment, provided an…