Author: Lukman Laleye Babalola

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

CAC receives SERVICOM Award for Excellence in Customer Service Delivery

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has been honored with the Award of Excellence as the 2024 2nd Best Performing Public Service Unit (PSU, Team A) by the SERVICOM Office. This prestigious award recognized the Commission’s continued dedication to delivering outstanding customer service through its SERVICOM Unit.   The SERVICOM Office commended the CAC for its sustained efforts to improve citizen-focused service delivery, urging the Commission to maintain its high service standards for all Nigerians in support of good governance.   The award was presented to the CAC during the 2024…

NASS Extends 2024 Budget Lifespan Following Presentation of 2025 Appropriation Bill by President Tinubu

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Assembly has extended the validity of the 2024 budget following the presentation of the N47.9 trillion 2025 Appropriation Bill by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at a joint session earlier today.   During the session, Senate President Godswill Akpabio highlighted the implementation performance of the 2024 budget, noting a 50% achievement in capital expenditure and 48% in recurrent expenditure. Despite the 2025 budget presentation, delays mean it will not be passed before the end of the year, necessitating the extension of the current budget.   Senator Osita Izunaso, Chairman…

Tinubu Unveils 2025 Budget of Restoration to National Assembly

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu today presented the 2025 Federal Budget, titled “The Budget of Restoration: Securing Peace, Rebuilding Prosperity,” to a joint session of the National Assembly. The budget mark a significant step in his administration’s commitment to driving Nigeria towards economic stability, national security, and sustainable growth.   Addressing lawmakers, President Tinubu outlined key achievements from the past year, including a 3.46% GDP growth in Q3 of 2024, an increase in Nigeria’s foreign reserves to nearly $42 billion, and a positive trade surplus of 5.8 trillion naira. He reiterated…

NCS promotes 1,419 Junior Officers in major career advancement move

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced the promotion of 1,419 junior officers in recognition of their outstanding performance in the 2024 promotion exercise. The decision was ratified during the 10th Management meeting, held on November 29, 2024, and chaired by the Comptroller General of Customs (CGC), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi. The comprehensive promotion covered both General Duty and Support Staff, with 346 General Duty officers and 384 Support Staff advancing from Assistant Inspector of Customs (AIC) to Inspector of Customs (IC). Additionally, 4 General Duty officers and 13 Support Staff…

Tinubu presents 2025 Appropriation Bills,Senate President Akpabio hails Leadership Achievements

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a historic session of the National Assembly, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, today presented the 2025 Appropriation Bills to a joint session of the Senate and House of Representatives. The presentation, held in the hallowed chambers of the National Assembly, was marked by a rousing welcome address from the Senate President, His Excellency Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio. Describing the event as a “call to unity and progress,” Senator Akpabio lauded President Tinubu’s leadership, emphasized his administration’s transformative economic policies and achievements. He highlighted significant milestones, including the removal of fuel…

CAC promotes 250 Staff ,reinforces commitment to Career Growth

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has promoted 250 staff members to various ranks across its offices nationwide, underscoring its commitment to staff career progression and organizational growth.   The promotions followed the successful conduct of the 2023 promotion examinations held on 16th November, 2024, at designated centres in Abuja and Lagos.   In a ceremony held today, the Registrar-General/CEO of the CAC, Hussaini Ishaq Magaji, presented promotion letters to four newly elevated directors. Congratulating the successful staff, Magaji urged them to remain dedicated to their roles and contribute to the…

Tinubu reaffirms commitment to tackling youth unemployment at National Skills Acquisition Conference

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s determination to address youth unemployment in Nigeria by prioritizing skills acquisition and entrepreneurship development. Speaking on Tuesday in Abuja at the opening of a three-day National Conference on Skills Acquisition, President Tinubu emphasized the importance of bridging existing gaps that hinder the development of vocational skills and employment opportunities for Nigerian youths. The event, organized by The Progressive Institute (TPI), brought together policymakers, stakeholders, and experts to deliberate on vocational training, entrepreneurship, and strategies to foster sustainable national development. Represented by the…

Senate moves to ban Use of Dollars, Foreign Currencies in Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A bill seeking to prohibit the use of foreign currencies for financial transactions within Nigeria has passed its first reading in the Senate.   The bill, titled “A Bill for an Act to Alter the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2007, No. 7, to Prohibit the Use of Foreign Currencies for Remuneration and Other Related Matters,” was sponsored by Senator Ned Nwoko, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Reparations and Repatriation.   Senator Nwoko emphasized that t legislation aime to promote the exclusive use of the Naira for all domestic…

Court stops Osun Governor from appointing New Owa Obokun of Ijesaland

Lukman Laleye Babalola

By Idris Mustapha,Oshogbo   An Osun State High Court sitting in Ilesa has issued an interim injunction restraining Osun state Governor Ademola Adeleke and the Ilesa kingmakers from proceeding with the process of appointing a new Owa Obokun Adimula of Ijesaland.   The order, granted by Justice A. Aderibigbe on December 16, 2024, came after members of the Ofokutu Royal Family of the Bilaro Oluodo Ruling House filed a suit (HIL/117/2024) to challenge the process and safeguard their interests in the royal succession.   The suit listed Governor Adeleke, Chief…

NNPCL pledges support for NUJ FCT Council … As Council Chairman seeks collaboration for Transparent Developmental Reporting

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) has assured its full support and partnership with the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ),FCT Council, to promote developmental reporting and enhance transparency   NNPCL’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Oladapo Soneye, made the pledge on Tuesday during a courtesy visit by the newly elected NUJ FCT Executive, led by Chairman Comrade Grace Ike, at the corporation’s headquarters in Abuja. Soneye congratulated the NUJ team on their successful election, commended Grace Ike for breaking a 43-year record as the first female Chairman of the…