Category: News

Dabiri-Erewa Hails Adegoke’s Historic Emergence as First Black Chairman of Nottinghamshire County Council

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has congratulated Councillor Christopher Adegoke on his historic election as the first Black and minority individual to emerge as Chairman of the Nottinghamshire County Council since its establishment in 1889. Councillor Adegokediaspora was officially elected into the position on Thursday, May 14, 2026, marking what has been described as a significant milestone for the Nigerian community and diversity in public service within the United Kingdom. Dabiri-Erewa described the development as a proud moment for Nigeria, saying Adegoke’s emergence reflected the…

Saudi Arabia Announces May 27 for Eid-el-Adha as Muslims Welcome Dhul Hijjah 1447

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Excitement has continued to spread among Muslims across the world following Saudi Arabia’s official announcement of the date for Eid-el-Adha 2026 after the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon.   Saudi authorities confirmed on Sunday evening that the moon marking the beginning of Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH had been sighted, meaning the new Islamic month will commence on Monday, May 18, 2026. Consequently, the Day of Arafah will be observed on Tuesday, May 26, while Eid-el-Adha celebrations will hold on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.   The announcement sparked joy…

NDLEA Intercepts UK, Australia-Bound Cocaine, Opioids Hidden in Carton Walls; Destroys 65,000kg Skunk in Delta

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted consignments of cocaine and opioids concealed in carton walls and destined for the United Kingdom and Australia, while also destroying 65,000 kilograms of skunk during raids on forests in Delta State. NDLEA spokesman, Femi Babafemi, disclosed on Sunday that the seizures were made during operations conducted across several states by operatives of the agency. According to him, the cocaine and opioid consignments were intercepted at a Lagos courier company on Friday, May 15, during the examination of outbound shipments. He said…

Nigerian Navy Uncovers Suspected Militant Camp, Recovers Ammunition in Rivers–Bayelsa Creeks

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Navy has uncovered a suspected staging camp linked to hostile activities in the Rivers–Bayelsa creek corridor, recovering ammunition and materials believed to be used for explosive-making during a security operation in the Niger Delta. According to a statement issued on Friday by the Director of Naval Information, Navy Captain AA Folorunsho, the operation was carried out by personnel of Nigerian Navy attached to NNS SOROH following heightened surveillance and patrols within the waterways. The Navy said the discovery was made in the Soku area after naval personnel observed…

NUJ FCT, Nizamiye Hospital Offer Free Medical Checks as 2026 Press Week Begins

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Journalists in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on Saturday benefited from free medical consultations and health screenings as the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, partnered with Nizamiye Hospital to organise a medical outreach as part of activities marking the 2026 Press Week. The outreach, held in Abuja, focused on promoting the health and wellbeing of media practitioners, many of whom work under demanding and stressful conditions. Speaking during the exercise, Chairman of the NUJ FCT Council, Grace Ike, emphasised the importance of journalists prioritising their health while carrying…

Customs CG Seeks Wider Consultation as Beer Industry Raises Concerns Over Proposed Tax Stamp Policy

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, has called for inclusive stakeholder engagement and stricter data validation in the implementation of fiscal and regulatory reforms affecting key sectors of the economy. Adeniyi made the call on Monday during a meeting between the NCS leadership and the Beer Sectoral Group at the Service Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja. The engagement brought together senior executives from leading brewing companies across Nigeria to deliberate on tax administration, trade transparency and the proposed tax stamp policy currently being considered by the Federal…

Nigeria Customs Holds 7th Medical Retreat in Katsina, Launches Free Healthcare Outreach

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Medical Unit has commenced its 7th Annual Medical Corps Retreat in Katsina State, with a renewed commitment to strengthening healthcare delivery and improving the welfare of officers across the Service. The five-day retreat, which began on Monday, is themed “Operational Wellbeing: Protecting Health to Protect Borders,” and brought together healthcare professionals, Customs officers, stakeholders, and experts from across the country for professional engagement, policy review, strategic planning, and knowledge sharing. Speaking at the opening ceremony, the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, represented by the Deputy…

NEPZA Boss Re-Elected to Global Free Zones Board in Panama

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Managing Director of the Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority, Dr. Olufemi Ogunyemi, has been re-elected to the Board of the World Free Zones Organization during the organisation’s 11th Annual Congress held in Panama. Dr. Ogunyemi secured an overwhelming 85 per cent of the total votes cast, with strong backing from African delegates as well as participants from Europe and Latin America. His latest victory follows a similar electoral success recorded in Dubai in 2024, when he was first elected to the global body’s board. Chairman of the WFZO, Dr.…

Nigeria, U.S. Forces Kill ISIS Deputy Leader Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki in Lake Chad Operation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has announced the killing of Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki, identified as the second-in-command of ISIS, during a joint military operation conducted by Nigerian forces and the United States Africa Command in the Lake Chad region. According to a statement issued on Saturday by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, the operation was executed after what he described as “meticulous planning and successful execution” by the armed forces of both countries. Ebienfa disclosed that the slain terrorist commander was allegedly responsible for several recent attacks…

BRICS Meeting: Nigeria Calls for Fairer Global Order, Stronger African Representation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria has called for urgent reforms of global governance institutions and stronger representation for Africa in international decision-making, declared that the continent can no longer remain excluded from permanent membership of the United Nations Security Council. The call was made by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dunoma Umar Ahmed, during the 18th BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting held in New Delhi, India. Delivering Nigeria’s national statement at the high-level meeting chaired by S. Jaishankar, Ahmed said the world was facing increasingly complex and interconnected challenges that require…