Author: Lukman Laleye Babalola

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

Court Orders Final Forfeiture of 48 Properties Linked to Ex-AGF Malami

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the final forfeiture of 48 properties linked to former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), to the Federal Government after ruling that they were proceeds of unlawful activities. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik delivered the judgment on Wednesday, holding that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) successfully established that the assets were reasonably suspected to have been acquired with proceeds of unlawful activities and not from legitimate sources of income. Among the forfeited assets are Rayhaan University in…

Nigerian Army, ICRC Deepen Partnership on Humanitarian Protection, National Security

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Army and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) have reaffirmed their strategic partnership aimed at strengthening national security, promoting humanitarian protection and ensuring compliance with International Humanitarian Law (IHL). The commitment was reaffirmed on Wednesday when the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, received the Head of Delegation of the ICRC in Nigeria, Doris El Doueihy, during a courtesy visit to the Army Headquarters in Abuja. Speaking during the meeting, the COAS said the Nigerian Army remains committed to promoting human rights, strengthening…

NDPC, CIPEN Seal Partnership to Boost Data Protection in Nigeria’s Power Sector

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Chartered Institute of Power Engineers of Nigeria (CIPEN) to strengthen data protection compliance and promote privacy best practices within Nigeria’s power sector. The agreement was signed at the NDPC headquarters in Abuja as part of efforts to institutionalise collaboration between both organisations in implementing the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDP Act), 2023. Speaking at the signing ceremony, the National Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the NDPC, Dr. Vincent Olatunji, said the Commission’s mandate is…

NITDA, FUET Forge Partnership to Boost Digital Infrastructure, Innovation, Skills Development

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s higher education sector through strategic investments in digital infrastructure, innovation and digital skills development, as it moves to establish a partnership with the Federal University of Environment and Technology (FUET), Ogoni, Rivers State. The commitment was made during a courtesy visit by the university’s management, led by the Vice Chancellor, Professor Prince Chinedu Mmom, to NITDA’s headquarters in Abuja, where both institutions discussed building a robust digital ecosystem to support teaching, research, innovation and talent development.…

FG Unveils Cashew Roadmap to Boost Processing, Create Jobs, Expand Exports

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has unveiled the Nigeria Cashew Industry Roadmap aimed at transforming the country’s cashew sector through increased local processing, industrialisation, job creation and export expansion. The roadmap was validated on Wednesday at a stakeholders’ workshop in Abuja, where the government reaffirmed its commitment to repositioning Nigeria’s cashew industry as a globally competitive, value-added sector. Speaking at the event, the Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Owan Enoh, represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Chris Osa Isokpunwu, described the…

Nigeria Boosts Global Passport Recognition with ICAO Authentication Milestone

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has strengthened the global authentication and acceptance of Nigerian passports by successfully importing all of the country’s Country Signing Certificate Authorities (CSCAs) into the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Public Key Directory (PKD). The milestone, achieved through the Ministry of Interior under the leadership of the Minister, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, was marked at a ceremony held on July 13, 2026, at the ICAO Headquarters in Montreal, Canada. The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Kemi Nandap, led the exercise, which was aimed at resolving passive authentication…

NAF, Police Deepen Strategic Communication Partnership to Boost National Security

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening inter-agency collaboration through enhanced strategic communication aimed at supporting Nigeria’s national security objectives. The renewed commitment was reached during a courtesy visit by the newly appointed Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Anietie Okokon Edem Iniedu, to the Director of Public Relations and Information, Nigerian Air Force, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, at the Headquarters Nigerian Air Force, Abuja, on Tuesday. The meeting focused on the importance of coordinated communication,…

NiDCOM, NTDA Partner to Rebrand Nigeria’s Tourism, Boost Diaspora Investment

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) and the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA) have agreed to strengthen collaboration aimed at promoting Nigeria’s tourism assets, improving the country’s global image, attracting investment and deepening diaspora engagement. The commitment was reached during a strategic meeting between the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NiDCOM, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, and the Director-General of NTDA, Dr. Olayiwola Awakan, in Abuja on Wednesday. Speaking during the meeting, Dabiri-Erewa said NiDCOM remains committed to partnerships that contribute to national development through the promotion of tourism, investment and meaningful engagement…

Senate Demands Massive Security Deployment to Benue as Abba Moro Raises Alarm Over Otukpo Killings

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Senate on Wednesday called for the immediate deployment of heavy security personnel to troubled communities in Benue South following renewed attacks by suspected armed bandits that claimed at least 20 lives in Otukpo Local Government Area. The resolution followed a motion moved by the Senate Minority Leader and Senator representing Benue South, Abba Moro, on the gruesome attacks on Akpachi-Ugboju, Otukpo-Nobi and Ondo Ugboju communities. Presenting the motion, titled “Urgent Need to Stop the Gruesome Murder of Inhabitants of Akpachi-Ugboju, Otukpo-Nobi and the Fresh Attacks on Ondo Ugboju in…

Police Arrest Suspected Kidnappers, Cultists, Robbers, Rescue Abducted Children in Nationwide Crackdown

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Police Force has recorded a series of operational successes across several states of the federation within the last 24 hours, leading to the arrest of suspected kidnappers, cultists, armed robbers and human traffickers, while also rescuing abducted children and recovering arms, vehicles and other exhibits. A situation report released by the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) on Wednesday showed that police commands nationwide responded to multiple violent crimes, launched rescue operations and intensified investigations into attacks linked to banditry, kidnapping and armed robbery. In Kebbi State, detectives are…