Author: Lukman Laleye Babalola

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

Great Ife Alumni Association congratulates Dr. Fatou Bensouda on election as Chair of CABI Executive Council

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Great Ife Alumni Association has extended warm congratulations to Dr. Fatou Bensouda, a distinguished alumna of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), on her recent election as Chair of the Executive Council of the Centre for Agriculture and Bioscience International (CABI).   In a statement signed by the Global Publicity Secretary, Alhaji Abdur-Rahman Balogun, the Global President of the association, Barrister Bunmi Falode, described Bensouda’s appointment as a “round peg in a round hole,” noting her outstanding international credentials.   CABI is an intergovernmental, not-for-profit organization dedicated to solving problems in…

Health Minister hails Prof. Ibrahim Abubakar’s appointment as UCL Vice-Provost(Health)

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, has congratulated Professor Ibrahim Abubakar on his appointment as the new Vice-Provost (Health) at University College London (UCL), described the development as a proud moment for Nigeria and a major boost to global health leadership. In a statement issued in Abuja on Friday, Professor Pate said Abubakar’s appointment reflected not only his outstanding personal achievements but also the increasing global recognition of Nigerian professionals in the health sector. “Professor Abubakar’s appointment reflects not only his personal excellence but…

FG launches Maiden National Self-Care Day, unveils policies to promote personal wellness

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has officially launched Nigeria’s maiden National Self-Care Day, urging Nigerians to take greater responsibility for their health and well-being through simple, everyday practices that support personal wellness and reduce pressure on the healthcare system. Speaking at a ministerial press briefing in Abuja, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, described self-care as a necessity in the country’s pursuit of Universal Health Coverage (UHC). He emphasized that health transformation cannot rely solely on clinics and hospitals but must also involve proactive choices by…

HallowMace Foundation calls for dialogue over Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s denied access to National Assembly ….. Urges respect for Rule of Law, Protection of Representation Rights

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The HallowMace Foundation Africa, a non-partisan civil society organisation advocating equity, governance, and justice, has called for constructive dialogue to address concerns arising from the recent denial of access to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan at the National Assembly complex, despite a court ruling nullifying her suspension.   In a statement issued on Thursday and signed by its Executive Director, Sunny Anderson Osiebe, the Foundation urged relevant stakeholders including the Senate leadership and judicial authorities to engage in meaningful dialogue to resolve the impasse and safeguard the democratic principle of representation.  …

Atiku accuses Tinubu of meddling in opposition affairs, urges focus on governance

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The former Vice President Atiku Abubakar through his media office has accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of prioritizing attacks on opposition parties over addressing the country’s deepening economic and security crises.   In a statement signed by Mr. Paul Ibe and issued in Abuja on Wednesday, the media office criticized President Tinubu for remarks allegedly made during the 14th meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC), where he reportedly took a swipe at the African Democratic Congress (ADC), described as the opposition’s Coalition platform.   “Attacking the opposition has now…

FG begins evacuation of Stranded Nigerians in Central African Republic ….. Embassy retrieves Passports, assures repatriation as victims arrive Bangui July 26

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has initiated a rescue operation for Nigerian nationals stranded in the Bambari region of the Central African Republic (CAR), following widespread reports and viral videos that revealed their abandonment and ill-treatment by foreign employers. In a press statement released on Friday, July 25, 2025, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed deep concern over the situation, noting that Bambari where the affected persons are located is approximately 850 kilometers from the CAR capital, Bangui. According to the statement signed by Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, Spokesperson of the Ministry, officials…

Akpabio’s Verbal Slip: NASS New Media Forum slams sensational headlines, urges responsible Journalism

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Assembly New Media Forum (NANMF), a body of accredited online journalists covering the National Assembly, has strongly condemned what it described as sensational and misleading reports that misrepresented a verbal slip made by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during Wednesday’s plenary.   Akpabio was quoted as saying, “Nigeria is proud of the way Tinubu was honored and buried” a statement he immediately corrected on the Senate floor.   In a statement signed by the Forum’s Chairman, Clement Nwabuko, NANMF expressed disappointment over what it called a deliberate effort by…

NiDCOM intervenes as Nigerians stranded in Central African Republic regain passports

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has responded swiftly to a distress call from a group of Nigerians stranded and allegedly maltreated in the Central African Republic (CAR), following the circulation of a viral video on social media.   In a statement signed by Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, NiDCOM, the Commission stated that the affected Nigerians were deceived and abandoned by an unidentified agent after being lured into the country under false pretenses. They were reportedly made to work for 11 months without pay,…

Troops intensify offensive against Terrorists in North East, disrupt key logistics networks

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a renewed push to dismantle terrorist networks and restore lasting peace in the North East, troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), in collaboration with the Air Component, Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), and local hunters, have intensified offensive and logistics disruption operations across Borno and Adamawa States. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye, disclosed this in a statement issued on 23 July 2025, highlighting significant achievements recorded between 15 and 22 July 2025. Among the key breakthroughs, troops of 114 Battalion on 15 July intercepted…

Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation unveils LEAD programme to groom Africa’s next generation of public sector leaders …. 50 Young Civil Servants to be trained annually in Governance, Reform, and Policy Innovation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a strategic move to transform public governance across Africa, the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation has launched the Leadership Enhancement and Development (LEAD) programme, a flagship initiative that will train 50 high-potential young African civil servants each year.   Unveiled on Thursday, the programme is the result of a strong partnership between the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation and four major institutions: the Africa CEO Forum, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA), and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). The initiative is designed to foster excellence in public…