Author: Lukman Laleye Babalola

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

Niger Police arrests suspects for motorcycle theft, recover stolen vehicle, curb miscreants in Minna

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a renewed crackdown on criminal elements across Niger State, the State Police Command has made significant strides in crime fighting, resulting in the arrest of suspected motorcycle thieves, recovery of a stolen vehicle, apprehension of a suspected military offender, and the arrest of miscreants involved in thuggery.   These developments were contained in a crime bulletin released on Monday, April 7, 2025, by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun.   On April 3, 2025, at about 2:30pm, following a complaint, operatives of the Command’s Crack Squad arrested…

Edo APC asks INEC to fill vacant legislative seats

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Jarret Tenebe, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to urgently conduct bye-elections to fill the two vacant legislative seats in the state.   In a statement issued from Benin City, Tenebe expressed his dissatisfaction with the prolonged delay in filling the vacant positions, stressed that the people of the affected constituencies have been without representation for over three months. He described the delay as a violation of democratic principles and electoral guidelines.   “The people of…

NiDCOM Boss,Dabiri-Erewa receives Honorary Doctorate from Smart Island University, Saudi Arabia

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), has been awarded an honorary doctorate degree by Smart Island University in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The recognition was in acknowledgment of her outstanding humanitarian services and groundbreaking efforts in diaspora development. The honorary degree was conferred by the University’s Registrar, Dr. Mohammed Dhaidan Al-Mutairi, who praised Dabiri-Erewa for her diligence, tireless work, and remarkable contributions to advancing diaspora relations. Dr. Al-Mutairi emphasized that the award celebrated her exemplary leadership in the field of diaspora and humanitarian affairs.…

Tinubu reaffirms commitment to Police reforms, welfare at inaugural National Police Day

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s unwavering support for the Nigeria Police Force during the maiden National Police Day celebration held on April 7, 2025.   Addressing officers, stakeholders, and dignitaries at the event, President Tinubu commended the courage, resilience, and sacrifices of police personnel in maintaining law and order across the country. He stated that the institutionalisation of April 7 as National Police Day was a deliberate move to honour the dedication and bravery of officers, especially those who lost…

Technology a neutral tool for driving Nigeria’s socio-economic growth – NITDA DG

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa , has described technology as a neutral tool whose impact on society depends on how it is applied, urging stakeholders to leverage its potential for Nigeria’s socio-economic advancement.   Inuwa stated this while speaking at a virtual panel session titled “Culture and Innovation: The Changing Landscape and Technoculture,” organized by the Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy in collaboration with the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) and UNESCO.   Represented by the Acting Director,…

Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Niger First Lady, Others Bag 2025 HIPMA Awards

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Prominent Nigerian women, including Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), were honoured at the 2025 Heroine Impact Prestigious Merit Awards (HIPMA), held in Abuja.   Dabiri-Erewa was recognised in the Hall of Fame of the Year category for her consistent contributions to national development and for championing the rights and welfare of Nigerians living abroad.   Receiving the award on her behalf, Miss Deborah Anaelechi of NiDCOM’s Media, Public Relations and Protocol Unit expressed gratitude to the organisers for acknowledging Dabiri-Erewa’s dedication and service.  …

NDLEA arrests India-Bound Brothers with 5kg Cocaine at Lagos Airport, seizes drugs nationwide in major operations

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has recorded major breakthroughs in its nationwide crackdown on drug trafficking, arresting two brothers John Abugu, 43, and Kenneth Abugu, 31 at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, Lagos, for attempting to smuggle 5 kilograms of cocaine to India.   The suspects were apprehended on Thursday, April 3, 2025, during a special operation based on credible intelligence. The illicit drug was ingeniously concealed within the walls of their suitcases. The duo claimed to be travelling for medical reasons.   On the same…

Afrimash unveils USSD code to curb sale of adulterated chicks, empowers poultry farmers

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a bold step to combat the widespread issue of adulterated day-old chicks in Nigeria’s poultry industry, agritech firm Afrimash has launched a dedicated USSD code 349791# to help farmers verify the authenticity of chicks before purchase.   The initiative, developed in collaboration with global non-profit organization Acumen, is aimed at protecting poultry farmers especially those in rural areas from financial losses caused by substandard or fake chicks.   Speaking during the launch, Afrimash CEO Ayoade Oyedotun described the service as a breakthrough for smallholder farmers.   “Poultry farmers have…

VON DG Jibrin Baba Ndace Joins Global Broadcasters at NAB Show 2025 in Las Vegas

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Director General of Voice of Nigeria (VON), Malam Jibrin Baba Ndace, is currently participating in the 2025 National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Conference and Workshop taking place in Las Vegas, United States.   The global broadcast event, which runs from April 5 to 9, is themed “The Technology, The Trend, The Future.” brought together key players in the media industry to explore cutting-edge trends including artificial intelligence, cloud visualisation, the creator economy, and sports streaming.   Mallam Ndace’s participation reflected VON’s commitment to deepening broadcast collaborations and forging strategic…

Soludo clinches APGA Governorship Ticket, picks Ibezim as running mate for 2025 Anambra Election

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Anambra State Governor ,Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo, has been unanimously nominated as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) for the upcoming November 8, 2025, gubernatorial election in Anambra State. The affirmation took place during the party’s primary election held on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Dr. Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka, where 3,168 delegates from 326 wards across the state endorsed Soludo through a “yes” or “no” vote. Out of 3,175 accredited delegates, 3,172 voted in favour of the incumbent governor, with only four invalid votes…