Author: Lukman Laleye Babalola

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

Navy Hands Over Five Suspected Stowaways Bound for India to Immigration Service

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Beecroft has handed over five suspected stowaways rescued from a merchant vessel to the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), as part of ongoing efforts to combat illegal migration and strengthen maritime security. The handover took place on Monday, June 22, 2026, following the rescue and preliminary investigation of the suspects who were discovered aboard MT CHINAFRIE HAPPINESS. According to the Navy, the five men were found concealed in the rudder compartment of the vessel on June 17, 2026. They were subsequently evacuated safely and taken to…

Pro-Democracy Group Defends N110bn National Assembly Spending, Warns Against Undermining Parliament

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A pro-democracy organisation, the Advocates of Social Justice for All (ASJA), has defended the controversial N110 billion expenditure by the National Assembly on official vehicles and support allowances for lawmakers, urging critics and civil society organisations to respect the constitutional independence of the legislature. The group’s position follows a recent judgment by a Federal High Court in Lagos which declared unlawful the expenditure of N110 billion appropriated for the procurement of official vehicles and support allowances for members of the 10th National Assembly. Justice Yellim Bogoro had ruled that the…

Kogi Govt Thwarts Retaliatory Strike, Recovers AK-47 Rifles, Ammunition

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Kogi State Government has announced the interception of a cache of arms and ammunition allegedly destined for criminal elements operating within and around the state, thwarting what authorities described as a planned retaliatory attack by bandits and other criminal networks. The breakthrough followed a coordinated security operation involving local security operatives under the Kogi State security architecture, the Hybrid Forces operating under the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), the Department of State Services (DSS), and the 12 Brigade of the Nigerian Army. In a statement issued on…

Navy Uncovers 63,290 Litres of Illegal Diesel, Seizes Vehicle in Rivers Forest Operation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Navy has recorded another major breakthrough in its ongoing crackdown on crude oil theft and illegal refining activities, recovered 63,290 litres of suspected illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), commonly known as diesel, and seizing a vehicle linked to the illicit trade in Rivers State. The operation, carried out under Operation DELTA SENTINEL, was executed by personnel of the Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) SOROH following credible intelligence on the movement and storage of illegally refined petroleum products within the Orashi Forest corridor in Okolomade Community, Abua-Odual Local Government…

Hijrah: Islamic Scholars Urged to Join Politics as EMAN Seeks Revival of Arabic Education in Ebiraland

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Ebira Muslim community has called on Islamic scholars, Imams and Ulamas to actively participate in governance and nation-building as part of efforts to address Nigeria’s mounting socio-economic and political challenges. The call was made during the Hijrah celebration organised by the Ebira Muslim community, where speakers reflected on the significance of the migration of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) from Makkah to Madinah and its lessons for contemporary society. Addressing participants, leaders of the Ebira Muslim Association and other collaborating Islamic organisations noted that the Hijrah marked the beginning of Islamic…

Galaxy Backbone Unveils New Brand Identity as It Celebrates 20 Years of Digital Transformation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria’s leading digital infrastructure provider, Galaxy Backbone Limited, has unveiled a new brand identity as part of activities marking its 20th anniversary, signaling a renewed commitment to driving the country’s digital transformation agenda. The unveiling took place during the organisation’s 20th Anniversary Gala and Awards Night held in Abuja, where government officials, policymakers, industry leaders, partners, customers, and employees gathered to celebrate two decades of the company’s contributions to Nigeria’s digital development. Speaking at the event, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Galaxy Backbone, Professor Ibrahim Adeyanju, described…

Nigerian Navy Rescues Three Passengers From Capsized Boat in Warri

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Navy has rescued three passengers from a capsized boat along the Bennett River in Warri, Delta State, averting what could have resulted in a tragic loss of lives. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Director of Naval Information, Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, said the rescue operation was carried out by personnel of the Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) DELTA during a routine maritime security patrol aimed at ensuring safety and security on the nation’s waterways. According to Folorunsho, naval personnel on patrol noticed distressed passengers and floating debris…

Ekiti Victory, Bye-Election Sweep Confirm Nigerians Trust APC Reforms — Yilwatda

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has said the party’s landslide victory in the Ekiti State governorship election and its dominance in recent bye-elections across the country are clear indications that Nigerians continue to place their trust in the APC and the reform agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Yilwatda stated that the election outcomes demonstrate that voters are beginning to appreciate the long-term benefits of the economic and governance reforms being implemented by the APC-led administration despite current economic challenges. In a statement…

FCT Police Nab Traffic Robbery Suspect in Abuja, Recover Phones, Dagger, Motorcycle

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested a suspected traffic robber and recovered three mobile phones, a dagger, and a motorcycle allegedly used in criminal operations around the National Hospital area of Abuja. According to a statement issued on Sunday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, the suspect, identified as Yahuza Sani, was apprehended by operatives attached to the Central Police Station (CPS) during a routine anti-crime patrol at about 7:00 p.m. on June 21, 2026. The police said the arrest followed a swift intervention…

NCC, CAC Tighten Telecom Ownership Rules, Mandate Approval for 10% Share Transfers

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Telecommunications companies operating in Nigeria will now face stricter regulatory scrutiny over significant changes in ownership, following a new directive jointly issued by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). In a statement jointly signed by the Director of Public Affairs at the NCC, Mrs. Nnena Ukoha, and the Head of Public Affairs at the CAC, Rasheed Mahe, both agencies announced that any transfer of ownership or control involving 10 percent or more of the total share capital of an NCC-licensed communications company must receive prior…