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VIP Escorts Withdrawn: Police record full compliance with Presidential Order in Lagos

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has recorded a high level of compliance with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s directive prohibiting the deployment of police personnel for VIP escort and guard duties.   A special enforcement team was constituted to monitor adherence, and on 6 December 2025, field operations were carried out across major locations in Lagos State, including the Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge, the domestic wing of Murtala Muhammed International Airport, and other strategic points. The exercise revealed “satisfactory and commendable” compliance, with no unauthorised deployments observed and no arrests made.  …

Expert charges Journalists to leverage unionism for improved welfare, as NUJ FCT Correspondents’ Chapel hosts End-of-Year party

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Journalists have been encouraged to strengthen their welfare and workplace conditions by fully embracing collective bargaining and unionism.   Delivering the keynote address at the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Correspondents’ Chapel End-of-Year Party in Abuja, the Founder of Hope Raisers Global Foundation, Amb. Angonimi David-Umeh, said welfare remained the backbone of both union activities and effective negotiations.   Speaking on the theme “Opportunities for Collective Bargaining and Unionization: The Place of Welfare,” she noted that collective bargaining provides journalists with a unified voice capable of securing fair pay,…

FCDA Director Tagwai bags FNIA Honour, urges Young Architects to embrace diligence ,global best practices

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Director of Public Building at the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), Arc. Bature Tagwai, has urged young Nigerian architects to build their careers on diligence, thoroughness, and continuous self-development. Tagwai, who was recently conferred with the prestigious Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Architects (FNIA), said architecture is a demanding profession that rewards hard work, discipline, and meticulous attention to detail. Speaking with journalists in Abuja on Wednesday, he encouraged young architects to take responsibility for their growth by mastering global trends and strengthening their technical capacity. “Architecture does…

Apapa Customs seizes 25.5kg Cocaine from Brazilian vessel, hands over ship, drugs to NDLEA

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Apapa Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted 25.5 kilograms of cocaine concealed aboard a Brazilian vessel, MV San Anthonio, which berthed at the Lagos Port Complex.   The illicit substance 24 parcels hidden in five bags was uncovered during an intelligence-driven operation conducted by Apapa Customs officers. The discovery led to the detention of the vessel pending further investigation.   This was disclosed by Customs Public Relations Officer, CSC Isah Suleiman, in a statement on Saturday.   Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba, Customs Area Controller, said the successful…

Niger Police Chief CP Adamu Elleman honored with Achievers Award for Excellence in Policing

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Commissioner of Police (CP) for Niger State, Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, was today honored with the Achievers Award of Excellence by African Trust Magazine for his exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment to improving security in the state. The award was presented at the Niger State Police Command Headquarters in Dutsen-Kura, Minna, with a Certificate of Commendation also bestowed upon him for his outstanding contributions to policing. In a brief but impactful ceremony, the African Trust Magazine team, led by representatives mandated by the Inspector General of Police, Dr. Kayode Adeolu…

NCC shines among Nigeria’s Top Five Best-Performing Agencies 2025

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has been recognized as one of the top five best-performing Federal Government agencies for 2025, winning the prestigious award in the Transparency and Efficiency category at the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) Awards. The announcement was made at a high-profile ceremony held on Tuesday at the State House Banquet Hall in Abuja. The NCC’s award was presented in recognition of its commitment to transparency, accountability, and operational excellence in public service delivery. Other agencies honored in the same category include the Nigerian Content Development…

MURIC slams media for excluding muslims in ‘christian genocide’ debate

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has sharply criticized Nigerian media for excluding Muslim voices in the ongoing debate over allegations of “Christian genocide.” In a strongly worded statement issued on Saturday, December 6, 2025, the organization accused the media of promoting a one-sided narrative by providing ample airtime to Christian leaders while silencing Muslim scholars and representatives. The statement, signed by MURIC’s Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, condemned the media for what it described as a “path of exclusivity,” in which only Christian clerics are invited to discuss the issue,…

DG NOA urges staff to leverage social media in promoting national values

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The Director General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, has called on staff to embrace social media as a tool to amplify the Agency’s mission of promoting national values, patriotism, and civic responsibility. During a visit to the Imo State Directorate, coinciding with the state’s Economic Summit, Mallam Issa-Onilu highlighted the significance of the National Value Charter in fostering unity and national identity. He reminded staff that NOA’s core mandate is to effectively communicate government policies and initiatives to the people, while also encouraging a sense of…

TGF congratulates Lt. Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau on Ambassadorial nomination

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Transformative Governance Forum (TGF) has congratulated Lieutenant General Abdulrahman Bello Dambazau (Rtd.),, on his nomination as Ambassador-Designate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a statement issued today, the TGF lauded General Dambazau’s exceptional career, emphasized his outstanding service both as a decorated military leader and former Minister of Interior. His appointment to the diplomatic post is seen as a recognition of his deep expertise in security, governance, and international relations. As a former Chief of Army Staff and a holder of a Doctorate…

TGF celebrates Alhaji Salihu Abubakar Tanko Yakasai at 100 …. Says it’s A Century of Progressive Leadership and Legacy

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Transformative Governance Forum (TGF) today honored Alhaji Salihu Abubakar Tanko Yakasai, as he celebrate his remarkable 100th birthday, marking a lifetime of unwavering dedication to social justice, democratic ideals, and the welfare of Nigeria’s most vulnerable citizens.   In a heartfelt tribute, the TGF highlighted Alhaji Salihu’s exceptional role in shaping the country’s political landscape, particularly through his pioneering efforts with the Northern Elements Progressive Union (NEPU), the radical movement co-founded by the legendary Malam Aminu Kano. This movement, built on socialist principles, sought to challenge the deeply entrenched…