Author: Lukman Laleye Babalola

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

Tinubu to launch National Conference on Skills Acquisition

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to inaugurate a three-day national conference aimed at addressing poverty, unemployment, and the skills gap in Nigeria. The event, organized by the APC Think Tank and intellectual resource center, The Progressive Institute (TPI), will focus on advancing vocational and entrepreneurial skills as tools for national development.   Themed “Vocational Skills Acquisition, Entrepreneurship, and Challenges of Development in Nigeria,” the conference is scheduled to hold from Tuesday, December 17th to Thursday, December 19th, 2024, at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Dr. Abdullahi…

CTJ accuses detractors of sabotaging Wike’s efforts to transform FCT

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Coalition for Truth and Justice (CTJ) has accused detractors of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, of attempting to derail his efforts to transform the territory into a model capital city.   In a statement issued on Friday, the CTJ’s Executive Director, Dr. Idoko Ainoko, defended Wike’s policies on land revocations, demolition of illegal structures, and enforcement of the FCT master plan, describing the accusations against him as baseless and politically motivated.   “It is curious that people are accusing the Minister of land grabbing, revocations, and…

10th House committed to Gender Equality, Women Empowerment – Speaker Abbas … Honored as ‘Global He-for-She’ by Women Council

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has reiterated the commitment of the 10th House to advancing women empowerment and achieving gender equality through progressive legislation. Speaking on Thursday in Abuja during a courtesy visit by the national leadership of the National Council of Women Societies (NCWS), the Speaker assured that the current House of Representatives is determined to break the longstanding jinx of failed gender bills in the ongoing review of the 1999 Constitution.   “We are truly a People’s House… a house built on…

Tinubu to Present 2025 Budget to National Assembly on December 17

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, will formally present the 2025 Appropriation Bill to a Joint Session of the National Assembly next Tuesday, December 17, 2024.   The event, scheduled for 12:00 noon, will take place in the House of Representatives Chamber at the National Assembly Complex, Abuja.   This announcement was confirmed in a press release signed by Senator Yemi Adaramodu, Senate Spokesman, and Representative Akin Rotimi Jr., House Spokesman. According to the statement, the Clerks of both Chambers have duly informed all Distinguished…

CCPHR applauds Tinubu, CDS Musa’s efforts in Strengthening Nigeria’s Security … Urges greater public support, collaboration

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Coalition of Civil Society for Promotion of Human Rights (CCPHR) has commended President Bola Tinubu and the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, for their proactive measures in addressing Nigeria’s security challenges.   In a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday, CCPHR National Coordinator, Dr. Amana Moses Amana, praised the duo for driving significant progress in combating terrorism and other threats. Amana noted that their efforts have inspired confidence and are fostering greater collaboration across Nigeria’s security architecture.   “Since President Tinubu appointed General Christopher Musa…

NITDA partners with API to launch framework for Online Harms Protection Bill

Lukman Laleye Babalola

National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in collaboration with Advocacy for Policy and Innovation (API), has released a groundbreaking Whitepaper on the Framework for an Online Harms Protection Bill in Nigeria. This document is a significant step towards addressing the growing issue of online harm in the country.   The Whitepaper, a product of extensive research and stakeholder collaboration, draws on discussions from Nigeria’s first Content Moderation and Online Safety Summit, hosted by API in July 2022. It highlights the pressing need for regulatory action to safeguard Nigerians, particularly children,…

“Surrender or Be Neutralized” – 1 Brigade Commander,Brig General Opurum sends strong message to Terrorists …. highlights progress and challenges during Defence Correspondents’ visit

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Commander of 1 Brigade Headquarters, Gusau, Brigadier General Timothy M. Opurum, has reaffirmed the Nigerian military’s commitment to rooting out terrorism in the North West region. He made this declaration during an exclusive interview with Defence Correspondents led by Group Captain A.I. Bukar of the Directorate of Defence Media Operations, Abuja, at the 1 Brigade Headquarters,Gusau Zamfara state. General Opurum highlighted the intensified tempo of military operations, which has significantly weakened terrorist groups in the region. He noted that recent enemy strategies, including the deployment of improvised explosive devices…

17 Brigade has recorded significant successes in the fight against Terrorism and Banditry in Katsina – Brig General Omopariola

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Commander of 17 Brigade, Brigadier General B.O. Omopariola, said 17 Brigade under his command has recorded key operational successes in combating Terrorism and enhancing security in Katsina State.   General Omopariola stated this on Wednesday, 11th December 2024, when host to a team of Defence Correspondents who visited the 17 Brigade Headquarters ,Katsina to assess the Brigade’s operational activities and successes in securing the North West region of Nigeria. The visit was led by Group Captain I.A Bukar from the Directorate of Defence Media Operations (DMO) at the Defence…

CAC, House of Representatives collaborate to strengthen CSR Compliance in Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and the House of Representatives have partnered to improve the implementation of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) practices across Nigeria. Their collaboration focused on enhancing transparency, accountability, and encouraged businesses to disclose their CSR activities and performance.   This resolution was reached during a meeting in Abuja between the Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on CSR, Hon. Prof. Oby Lilian Orogbu, and the Registrar-General/CEO of CAC, Hussaini Ishaq Magaji. The meeting marked a significant step toward fostering a more responsible and transparent business environment.…

Ishaq Abiola Ajimobi Central Mosque mourns Sheikh Muhyideen Bello

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Ishaq Abiola Ajimobi Central Mosque, Ibadan has expressed profound grief over the passing of Sheikh Muhyideen Ajani Bello, a revered Islamic scholar and staunch supporter of the mosque’s mission. His death, which occurred on the morning of Friday, December 6, 2024, has left the Muslim community in deep mourning.   In a heartfelt statement, Alhaji Murisiku Abidemi Siyanbade, Chairman of the Mosque Management Committee, described Sheikh Bello’s death as an irreplaceable loss. He praised the late cleric’s unwavering loyalty to the legacy of the late Senator Ishaq Abiola Ajimobi, the…