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Nigerian Military sustains onslaught against Insurgency, neutralizes Terrorists, rescues victims, foils ₦37.5m Oil Theft

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Armed forces of Nigeria have maintained momentum in nationwide counter-terrorism and anti-crime operations, neutralized dozens of insurgents, rescued kidnapped victims, and dismantled criminal networks across multiple theatres between 7 and 14 August 2025.   Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye, stated this during the weekly press briefing at Defence Headquarters, Abuja. He explained that the combined efforts of ground and air forces, working alongside hybrid forces and other security agencies, have continued to degrade terrorist capabilities, disrupt banditry, and curb oil theft across the country.  …

FG unveils N10m Support Fund for Tertiary Institution Staff

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Government has launched the Presidential Initiative on Tertiary Institution Staff Support Fund (TISSF), a welfare scheme aimed at providing financial assistance to both academic and non-academic staff of Nigeria’s universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, in a statement, said the initiative is another testament to President Bola Tinubu’s vision of progressive investment in education and the welfare of those who drive the sector. He noted that TISSF reflected the administration’s commitment to improving staff well-being and…

NCC, ONSA avert Telecom Service disruption, reaffirm commitment to Infrastructure Protection

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has reaffirmed its commitment to fully operationalising President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Executive Order on Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII), which classified telecommunications facilities as vital national assets requiring maximum protection.   This followed a successful mediation by the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), in collaboration with the Commission, that led to the suspension of a planned strike by the Natural Oil and Gas Suppliers Association of Nigeria (NOGASA). According to a statement signed by Nnenna Ukoha, Head of Public Affairs at NCC, the…

TMSG accuses ADC of Political Deceit over President Tinubu’s External Borrowing Plan

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Tinubu Media Support Group (TMSG) has described the position of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on the external borrowing plan of the President Bola Tinubu-led administration as a clear case of political gamesmanship and public deceit.   The opposition party, through its spokesman and former Minister, Bolaji Abdullahi, had recently questioned the federal government’s borrowing trajectory and called for a forensic audit of all loans obtained by the All Progressives Congress (APC) administrations since 2015, including details of disbursement and utilization.   However, in a strongly worded statement jointly…

Nigeria endorses Egypt’s Khaled El-Enany for UNESCO Secretary General

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria has formally endorsed Egypt’s former Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Mr. Khaled El-Enany, as the African Union (AU) candidate for the position of Director-General of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The endorsement was announced by Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, on the sidelines of the Nigeria-Egypt Business Forum held in Abuja. Ambassador Tuggar described El-Enany as a globally respected cultural diplomat whose expertise in heritage preservation and international cooperation aligns with Nigeria’s foreign policy priorities and the broader aspirations of the…

A word for Governor Oyebanji By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Emporium Reporters

With the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election date set, the stage is now ready. The key issue is that incumbent Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, aka BAO, of the All Progressives Congress (APC) appears poised to win unopposed. It is much like a candidate in a parliamentary system who is “returned unopposed” due to a lack of challengers.   Currently, Ekiti State lacks a discernible opposition, which is unfortunate, given its longstanding and much-admired focus on human capital development. It would be an astonishing feat if any discernible opposition could coalesce…

Bishop Oluyamo urges President Tinubu to prioritize policies that uplift the Poor … Commends Gov Adeleke for Workers’ Welfare , Dynamic Leadership

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Lord Bishop of Ijesa North Anglican Diocese, Rt. Rev’d Dr. Isaac Oluyamo, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to focus his administration on policies and programmes that will directly improve the lives of ordinary Nigerians, particularly the poor and vulnerable. Speaking during the Second Session of the Fifth Synod of the Diocese, themed “A Sound of Abundant Rain”, Bishop Oluyamo emphasized that true governance must translate into tangible benefits for the masses.   “What is the essence of governance if the poor keep getting poorer?” the Bishop asked,…

Beyond the Barrel: How Nigeria’s Military Diplomacy Campaign is rewriting the Rules of Engagement in the Niger Delta, By Lukman Laleye Babalola

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In the lush, oil-rich creeks of the Niger Delta, the sound of boots on the ground is no longer just a symbol of enforcement. It is increasingly becoming the rhythm of dialogue a cautious but deliberate dance toward peace, trust, and partnership.   Earlier this week,the Defence Headquarters, Abuja, launched a bold and unprecedented initiative: the Military Diplomacy and Sensitization Campaign a multi-community outreach program spanning Degema, Ahoada, and Eleme LGAs in Rivers State. At the core of the mission was a clear message from the Chief of Defence Staff,…

UNIFEMGA mourns Oba Shefiu Adewale, Olu of Epe …… Describes late Monarch as Bridge-Builder, Proud Muslim Alumnus of OAU

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Obafemi Awolowo University Muslim Graduates’ Association (UNIFEMGA) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of His Royal Majesty, Oba Shefiu Adewale, the Olu-Epe of Epe Kingdom, described his death as a great loss to the Muslim community, Epe Kingdom, and Nigeria at large. In a condolence message signed by its National President, Engr. Mohammad Buari, and issued on Monday, June 3, 2025, UNIFEMGA said it received the news of the monarch’s death with shock but in total submission to the will of Almighty Allah. Oba Shefiu Adewale passed away…

Readers’ comments on Of journalists’ deaths, security lapses and cut-throat taxes, by Hassan Gimba

Emporium Reporters

Inna lilLahi wa inna ilaihir raji’un! May Allah have mercy upon their souls and grant them Aljanna Firdausi. My condolences to you and through you, to the entire Neptune Prime family as well as Borno journalists. – Governor Mai Mala Buni   Inna lil Lah, wa inna ilahirraji’un! May Allah forgive their shortcomings and grant them aljannah firdausi, amen. My sincere condolences, and may Allah give you the courage and fortitude to bear this irreparable loss. – SK Usman   Please accept our sincere condolences. – Eng Suleiman Bah Gimba,…