Author: Lukman Laleye Babalola

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

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…

PHOTO NEWS: IGP Disu Tours EIB Group Facilities to Deepen Police Technological Capacity

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, during a working visit to EIB Group led by its Chairman, Bright Echefu, where he toured key facilities including EIB Stratoc Limited, Idu; Poctova; Briech UAS, Kuje; and Giga Forensics, Idu, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the technological and operational capabilities of the Nigeria Police Force. The visit underscored the Force’s commitment to leveraging innovation, forensic advancement, surveillance systems, and strategic private-sector partnerships to enhance policing and national security.

IGP Disu Pledges Transparent, Accountable Police Force Amid Ongoing Reforms

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has reaffirmed his commitment to building a more transparent, accountable and people-centred Nigeria Police Force, declared that institutional integrity and openness will remain at the heart of ongoing reforms within the Force. The Force Public Relations Officer, Anthony Okon Placid, disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday following an emergency conference with Commissioners of Police and members of the media at the Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Peacekeeping Centre. Addressing senior police officers and journalists, the IGP said transparency must remain the foundation of…

Nigeria Celebrates Dr Taoheed Elias’ Election to UN International Law Commission

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government of Nigeria has congratulated Dr. Taoheed Olufemi Elias on his election as a member of the United Nations International Law Commission (ILC), describing the development as a major recognition of Nigeria’s enduring contributions to international law and multilateral diplomacy. In a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja, the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, said Dr. Elias was elected during the 77th Session of the Commission held in Geneva, Switzerland, on May 5, 2026, to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of…

HallowMace Hails Senate’s Withdrawal of Ranking Rule Amendment, Says 2027 Contest Reopened

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A civil society organisation, HallowMace Foundation Africa, has welcomed the Senate’s decision to withdraw the controversial amendment to its Standing Rules that sought to restrict certain leadership positions to ranking lawmakers. The group described the reversal as a victory for democracy, inclusiveness and legislative accountability, following widespread public criticism that trailed the proposed amendment. In a statement on Thursday, the Foundation said the proposed rule was widely viewed as a political move capable of limiting democratic participation within the National Assembly by favouring a select group of lawmakers. According to…

NHRC, Stakeholders Demand Cultural Shift to End Harmful Practices Against Women, Children

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Human Rights Commission has called for stronger collaboration among government institutions, traditional authorities, development partners and communities to tackle harmful cultural practices, promote women’s rights and strengthen child protection across Nigeria. Speaking during a stakeholder engagement in Abuja, the Executive Secretary of the Commission, Tony Ojukwu, said ending child marriage, promoting girl-child education and addressing violence, healthcare gaps, labour-related inequalities and other harmful practices affecting women and girls are critical to national development. Ojukwu, who was represented by the Director of Women and Children at the Commission, Mrs.…