Author: Lukman Laleye Babalola

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

Bamidele hails Tinubu at 73, describes him as a Courageous Reformer

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Leader of the Senate, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, has felicitated with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his 73rd birthday, described him as a courageous reformer, fearless patriot, and an unwavering optimist in Nigeria’s future.   In a statement released by his Directorate of Media and Public Affairs on Saturday, Bamidele commended the president for his bold economic and structural reforms over the past 22 months despite prevailing challenges.   He noted that Tinubu’s administration has been working diligently with its economic team to redirect the country from economic decline to…

Eid-el-Fitr: Niger Police assures adequate security, warns against thuggery

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Niger State Police Command has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring a peaceful and secure Eid-el-Fitr celebration across the state. The Commissioner of Police, CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, has directed all Heads of Departments, Area Commanders, Tactical Commanders, Intelligence Units, and Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) to adopt intelligence-led policing and conduct raids on criminal hideouts to guarantee a hitch-free festivity.   In a statement released by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP W.A. Abiodun, the Commissioner emphasized the need for proactive security measures. He ordered the deployment of operational assets,…

Dabiri-Erewa calls for strategic communication to address Japa syndrome

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has called for a more strategic approach to migration communication and diaspora engagement to mitigate the negative impacts of the “Japa” phenomenon on Nigeria’s development.   Speaking at the 6th International Conference on Communication and Development in Africa, held at Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Dabiri-Erewa, represented by Dr. Sule Yakubu Bassi, Secretary to the Commission, emphasized the need to shift the narrative from “brain drain” to “brain gain” and “brain circulation.”   “Instead of focusing only on the…

Senate President Akpabio celebrates Tinubu at 73, praises his leadership and vision

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The President of the 10th Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has extended warm felicitations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on the occasion of his 73rd birthday, described his passion for Nigeria’s progress as “contagious.”   In a personally signed congratulatory message, Akpabio lauded President Tinubu’s leadership, democratic ideals, and dedication to the nation, emphasizing his role in shaping Nigeria’s political landscape.   “Your Excellency, on behalf of my family, my constituents, the Senate, and the entire National Assembly, I wish you a happy 73rd birthday. Today marks a significant milestone…

Speaker Abbas hails President Tinubu on 73rd Birthday, commends transformative leadership

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has extended warm felicitations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on the occasion of his 73rd birthday, described him as a visionary leader committed to Nigeria’s progress.   In a statement issued on Friday, Speaker Abbas paid glowing tributes to the President, acknowledged his contributions to national development and democracy. He emphasized that Nigeria is fortunate to have a leader of Tinubu’s experience and patriotism at this crucial juncture in its democratic journey.   The Speaker commended President Tinubu’s…

NNPC Foundation to restore vision for 6,000 Nigerians, donate 25,000 STEM Books, train farmers nationwide

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a bid to enhance healthcare, education, and agriculture across Nigeria, the NNPC Foundation Ltd/Gte, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of NNPC Ltd., has launched three transformative programs targeting thousands of Nigerians.   According to a statement signed by Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPC Ltd., the initiatives included free cataract surgeries, the donation of 25,000 Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) textbooks, and agricultural training for 6,000 vulnerable farmers. These efforts reflected NNPC Ltd.’s commitment to improving the quality of life and creating sustainable opportunities for…

NYSC partners NHIA to enhance Corps members’ healthcare services

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle Oluseye Nafiu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring Corps Members receive quality healthcare services throughout their service year.   He made this known during his courtesy visit to the Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Dr. Kelechi Ohiri, at the agency’s headquarters in Abuja. General Nafiu emphasized that Corps Members face various risks and health hazards during their national service, making it imperative to provide a comprehensive healthcare package. He described…

Gov Okpebholo visits Uromi, vows justice for murdered travellers

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has vowed to bring to justice those responsible for the tragic killing of travellers in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area. The incident, which occurred on Thursday, March 27, 2025, allegedly involved members of a local vigilante group and led to multiple deaths and acts of arson.   Governor Okpebholo, who visited the town on Friday, condemned the killings in the strongest terms, emphasized that no individual or group has the right to take the law into their own hands. He ordered the…

Deputy Senate President condemns killing of Northern travellers in Edo, demands justice

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has strongly condemned the killing of Northern travellers in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of Edo State, calling on security agencies to swiftly apprehend the perpetrators. The victims, mostly Hausa hunters traveling to Kano for Sallah celebrations, were reportedly intercepted by a mob, dragged out of their vehicle, and brutally murdered. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Alhaji Ismail Mudashir, Senator Barau described the act as “barbaric, inhumane, and devilish,” urging the Edo…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at 73: A Legacy of Leadership, Resilience, and Nation-Building By Lukman Laleye Babalola

Lukman Laleye Babalola

As President Bola Ahmed Tinubu marks his 73rd birthday on March 29, 2025, Nigerians reflect on the journey of a political strategist, astute administrator, and dogged democrat whose influence has shaped Nigeria’s political and economic landscape for decades. His life is a testament to resilience, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to progressive governance. From Corporate Success to Political Leadership Born on March 29, 1952, Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s journey into leadership began in the corporate world. He studied Accounting at Chicago State University and worked with global firms like Arthur Andersen,…