Author: Lukman Laleye Babalola

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

EU, UNODC, ECOWAS Back Nigeria’s 2026–2030 Drug Control Plan, Laud NDLEA’s Anti-Narcotics Drive

Lukman Laleye Babalola

International partners including the European Union (EU), the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have reaffirmed their support for Nigeria’s renewed war against substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking under the proposed National Drug Control Master Plan (NDCMP) 2026–2030. The assurances were given on Monday during the opening of a two-day NDCMP Consultative Forum organised by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency in Abuja. Representing the EU delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Deputy Head of Delegation, Mr. Zissimos Vergos,…

Reforms Today, Prosperity Tomorrow — APC Assures Nigerians as Economic Indicators Improve

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has assured Nigerians that the ongoing economic reforms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will deliver long-term prosperity, insisting that early indicators already point to gradual national recovery. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Information Strategy, Abimbola Tooki, Yilwatda said the administration’s “Renewed Hope Agenda” is a deliberate structural reform programme designed to correct long-standing economic distortions and reposition the country for sustainable growth. He acknowledged that the reforms have placed short-term economic pressure…

Nigerian Military, US AFRICOM Intensify Offensive, Eliminate 20 ISIS Fighters in North-East

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ), in collaboration with the United States Africa Command (US AFRICOM), has intensified coordinated military operations against ISIS-linked terrorists in Nigeria’s North-East, killing more than 20 fighters during fresh air strikes in the general area of Metele, Borno State. The latest offensive, according to the military high command, was carried out following intelligence reports on the convergence and movement of terrorist elements within the area. In a statement issued on Monday by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, the DHQ disclosed that multiple precision…

Niger Police Arrest Four Suspected Fraudsters, Recover Vehicles, 67 Cattle

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Police Force has arrested four suspected fraudsters allegedly involved in a criminal syndicate that specializes in framing unsuspecting buyers of stolen vehicles and extorting them. According to a crime bulletin issued on Saturday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, the suspects were arrested on May 12, 2026, following credible intelligence that they were attempting to move a suspected stolen Volkswagen Golf vehicle along Kaduna Road in Suleja to meet a prospective buyer. The suspects identified as Badamasi Saidu, 30, of Sabon-Wuse; Adamu Musa, 31, of…

APC Reps Primaries: CityBoy Movement Urges Unity, Congratulates Winners

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Director General of the CityBoy Movement, Hon. Francis Oluwatosin Shoga, has congratulated candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC) who emerged victorious in the recently concluded House of Representatives primary elections across the country. In a goodwill message issued on Sunday, Shoga described the emergence of the successful candidates as a reflection of the confidence reposed in them by party members and delegates, urging them to approach victory with humility, discipline and a renewed commitment to service. He said the victory of the candidates goes beyond personal ambition, noting…

Dabiri-Erewa Hails Adegoke’s Historic Emergence as First Black Chairman of Nottinghamshire County Council

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has congratulated Councillor Christopher Adegoke on his historic election as the first Black and minority individual to emerge as Chairman of the Nottinghamshire County Council since its establishment in 1889. Councillor Adegokediaspora was officially elected into the position on Thursday, May 14, 2026, marking what has been described as a significant milestone for the Nigerian community and diversity in public service within the United Kingdom. Dabiri-Erewa described the development as a proud moment for Nigeria, saying Adegoke’s emergence reflected the…

Navy Dismantles Reactivated Illegal Refining Camp in Rivers

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Navy has dismantled a reactivated illegal refining cluster along the Rivers–Bayelsa border corridor as part of ongoing operations against crude oil theft and economic sabotage in the Niger Delta. The operation, conducted under Operation DELTA SENTINEL by personnel of the Nigerian Navy Ship, Nigerian Navy, followed intelligence reports of renewed illegal refining activities around Egboama/Ogbogolo Community in Ahoada West Local Government Area of Rivers State. According to a statement issued on Sunday by the Director of Naval Information, Abiodun Folorunsho, the operation involved coordinated land and water assaults…

Saudi Arabia Announces May 27 for Eid-el-Adha as Muslims Welcome Dhul Hijjah 1447

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Excitement has continued to spread among Muslims across the world following Saudi Arabia’s official announcement of the date for Eid-el-Adha 2026 after the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon.   Saudi authorities confirmed on Sunday evening that the moon marking the beginning of Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH had been sighted, meaning the new Islamic month will commence on Monday, May 18, 2026. Consequently, the Day of Arafah will be observed on Tuesday, May 26, while Eid-el-Adha celebrations will hold on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.   The announcement sparked joy…

Ward Results Confirm Ihonvbere Won APC Reps Primary in Edo

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The House of Representatives Leader, Julius Omozuanvbo Ihonvbere, has emerged winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) direct primary for the Owan East/Owan West Federal Constituency of Edo State ahead of the 2027 general elections. This followed the release of collated ward results from the primary election held on Saturday, May 16, which showed that Ihonvbere defeated other contenders in the race. Ihonvbere, who currently represents Owan East/Owan West Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives and serves as House Leader, was said to have polled a total of 4,729…

NDLEA Intercepts UK, Australia-Bound Cocaine, Opioids Hidden in Carton Walls; Destroys 65,000kg Skunk in Delta

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted consignments of cocaine and opioids concealed in carton walls and destined for the United Kingdom and Australia, while also destroying 65,000 kilograms of skunk during raids on forests in Delta State. NDLEA spokesman, Femi Babafemi, disclosed on Sunday that the seizures were made during operations conducted across several states by operatives of the agency. According to him, the cocaine and opioid consignments were intercepted at a Lagos courier company on Friday, May 15, during the examination of outbound shipments. He said…