Author: Lukman Laleye Babalola

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

NYSC partners Data Protection Commission to combat Identity Theft

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a pool of data privacy processing professionals in Nigeria, in collaboration with the Nigerian Data Protection Commission (NDPC). The Director General of NYSC, Brigadier General YD Ahmed, made this known when the National Commissioner/CEO of NDPC, Dr. Vincent Olatunji, paid him a courtesy visit at the NYSC Headquarters in Abuja.   Brigadier General Ahmed emphasized that the Scheme, as a data-compliant agency, would ensure effective partnership with NDPC to safeguard data privacy and combat identity theft. He further…

NITDA trains 1000 civil servants on IT project clearance to boost digital transformation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In line with the federal government’s commitment to digital transformation and efficient service delivery, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has commenced the training of 1000 civil servants from various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) on Information Technology (IT) Project Clearance processes.   The capacity-building programme, held at the Public Service Institute of Nigeria (PSIN) in Kubwa, Abuja on Tuesday, 25th February 2025., aim to enhance participants’ skills in collaborative planning, budgeting, and management of ICT systems. The training targets ICT, Budget, Finance, and Planning Officers in Federal Public…

AGF commissions NHRC Kebbi Office, seeks Stakeholders’ support for Human Rights Protection

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has inaugurated the Kebbi State Office of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in Birnin Kebbi, calling on stakeholders to support the Commission in its efforts to safeguard human rights across the country. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Fagbemi commended the NHRC for its unwavering commitment to protecting human rights, both nationally and internationally. He emphasized the Commission’s independence as enshrined in Section 6(3) of the National Human Rights Commission (Amendment) Act, 2010, which ensures…

APC NEC passes Vote of Confidence on Tinubu, as President vows to intensify efforts for Nigeria’s prosperity

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Wednesday passed a vote of confidence on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, commending his administration’s performance in steering the nation towards economic recovery. The meeting, held in Abuja, saw President Tinubu expressed his gratitude for the recognition while reaffirming his commitment to working harder for Nigeria’s progress. “I am happy with your vote of confidence, and I accept it. The vote is a challenge to do more work; we will vigorously pursue our sovereignty in food security, investment, and…

Renewed Hope Ambassadors applaud Hon Abejide’s legislative strides, Community Development efforts

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Renewed Hope Ambassadors (RHA) have commended Hon. Leke Joseph Abejide, Member representing Yagba East, Yagba West, and Mopamuro Federal Constituency, and Chairman, House Committee on Customs and Excise Duties, for his outstanding legislative achievements and impactful community development initiatives.   Led by the National Coordinator, Comrade Abbas Mustapha, the group paid a courtesy visit to Hon. Abejide in Abuja on Wednesday, presenting him with an appointment letter as Patron in recognition of his unwavering commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. RHA praised Hon.…

NYSC DG urges improved welfare package for Corps Members

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General YD Ahmed, has called on Corps Employers across the country to improve the welfare packages of Corps Members serving in their organizations to enhance productivity and cushion the effects of the prevailing economic situation. General Ahmed made the call when the Acting Controller General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Sylvester Nwakuche, paid him a courtesy visit at the NYSC Headquarters in Abuja.   He commended the Nigerian Correctional Service for its efforts in reforming inmates, noted that Corps…

Customs, Stakeholders strengthen Anti-Money Laundering measures at Abuja Airport

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has intensified efforts to combat money laundering at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, through a high-level stakeholders’ meeting aimed at strengthening enforcement mechanisms.   The meeting, chaired by the Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Olumide Adebisi, on Friday, February 21, 2025, brought together key agencies, including the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Nigeria Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU), Department of State Services (DSS), and Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), to develop a coordinated approach in tackling illicit financial flows.   Comptroller…

Federal High Court affirms expulsion of PDP South East Vice Chairman, Ali Odefa

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A Federal High Court sitting in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, has upheld the expulsion of the National Vice Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the South East, Chief Ali Odefa, from the party.   Odefa was initially suspended on October 4, 2024, by the executive committee of his Oguduokwor Ward, Onicha Local Government Area, over alleged anti-party activities. However, he dismissed the suspension and continued to function as the party’s National Vice Chairman in the region.   Following his alleged failure to appear before a disciplinary committee, the ward…

NYSC, National Blood Service Agency strengthen partnership to save lives

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its collaboration with the National Blood Service Agency (NBSA) to help reduce infant and maternal mortality and address other critical health challenges through safe blood donation.   NYSC Director General, Brigadier General YD Ahmed, made this known today when he received the Director General of the National Blood Service Agency, Professor Saleh Yuguda, and his team on a courtesy visit to the NYSC National Directorate Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja.   General Ahmed emphasized that the NYSC remained a…

Northern Group blasts El-Rufai over criticism of Tinubu, says he lacks moral right

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Northern Patriots Forum (NPF) has strongly criticized former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, for his recent remarks against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and National Security Adviser (NSA) Mallam Nuhu Ribadu.   In a statement signed by its Coordinator, Capt. Monday Ishakwu, on Wednesday, the group accused El-Rufai of political hypocrisy, stated that he failed as a governor and has no moral right to attack the Tinubu administration.   El-Rufai, in an interview on Arise Television, had accused President Tinubu and Ribadu of orchestrating his failed ministerial nomination, alleging that…