Author: Eye Reporters

News Analysis – By Abdul Lauya In what appears to be a watershed moment for Nigeria’s tertiary education system, the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has made good on a longstanding promise: payment of the Earned Academic Allowances (EAA) owed to university lecturers across the country. The payments, confirmed by several academics including Professor Yemi Oke of the University of Lagos, bring an end to nearly two decades of agitation over unpaid entitlements that had dogged successive governments. Yet, while the development has been widely welcomed across academic circles, analysts caution that it only scratches the surface of deeper…

By Our Reporter President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Ms. Grace Morenike Henry as the new Chairman of the National Council of the Nigerian Legion, making her the first woman and first non-commissioned officer to hold the position. The announcement was contained in an official statement signed by Chief Abdul Lauya, Senior Special Assistant on Media & Digital Communications to the Chairman, and made available to the press on June 26, 2025. Ms. Henry’s appointment, which takes effect from June 7, 2025, was conveyed through a letter signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume.…

By Abdul Lauya Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has debunked claims that Nyesom Wike allocated 2,082 hectares of land to his son in Maitama and Asokoro. Olayinka, in a statement issued on Thursday, described the allegation as a “malicious falsehood” aimed at maligning the FCT Minister. He stated that not even a single plot of land has been allocated to any of the Minister’s children. He questioned the credibility of the report, asking where in Maitama or Asokoro such a vast expanse of land could…

By Abdul Lauya President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called for the fight against illicit drug abuse and trafficking in Nigeria to become a national movement, involving all sectors of society, not just government. Speaking at the 2025 World Drug Day event held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Tinubu, represented by Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, emphasized the importance of community engagement and human rights in addressing drug abuse. He stressed that addressing the root causes of drug abuse—poverty, inequality, conflict, and lack of opportunity—was key to the government’s comprehensive response to the crisis. The…

By Abdul Lauya Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing into law two transformative bills establishing a Federal Orthopedic Hospital in Billiri and a Federal College of Education (Special) in Dukku, both located in Gombe State. In a press statement issued by his spokesman, Ismaila Uba Misilli, Governor Yahaya described the move as a “historic gesture” and a testament to the President’s responsive and inclusive leadership. “This is a new chapter for Gombe State. These institutions will not only enhance access to quality education and specialized healthcare but will also create employment and…

By Abdul Lauya The House of Representatives Committee on Customs and Excise has approved a budget of N1.132 trillion for the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for the 2025 fiscal year. The budget, presented by Deputy Comptroller-General Mohammed Jibo on behalf of Comptroller-General Adewale Adeniyi, underscores the strategic role of Customs in national economic planning. The NCS has set an ambitious revenue target of N6.584 trillion, aimed at bolstering the Federation Account, Non-Federation Account, and Import VAT collections. Of this target, N3.853 trillion is expected to go to the Federation Account, N1.081 trillion to the Non-Federation Account, and N1.650 trillion from…

By Abdul Lauya President Bola Tinubu has called for deeper cooperation between Nigeria and Denmark to expand the livestock and dairy economy for job creation and food security. According to a press release by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, the President made this call on Tuesday at the State House, Abuja, while receiving Queen Mary Elizabeth of Denmark on her first official visit to Nigeria. The visit was co-hosted by Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, who joined President Tinubu in welcoming the Danish Queen. Tinubu stressed the importance of knowledge transfer, veterinary health, and sustainable agribusiness in transforming Nigeria’s agricultural…

By Abdul Lauya Seven officers of the Nigerian Navy have been decorated with their new ranks of Lieutenant Commander at a ceremony held on Tuesday, 24 June 2025, at the Naval Headquarters, Abuja. The event, known in naval tradition as the “shipping of stripes,” marked a significant milestone in the careers of the decorated officers. According to Commodore Adams-Aliu, Director of Information, Nigerian Navy, the ceremony recognized the officers’ exceptional service, leadership, and dedication to the nation. The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, was represented by Rear Admiral Ibrahim Abdullahi Dewu, Chief of Policy and…

Features Story: By Abdul Lauya In a rare moment of reflection, camaraderie, and national pride, the 18th Regular Course Alumni of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) will converge in Abuja on July 4, 2025, to mark a golden milestone, 50 years since their journey into military service began on the hallowed grounds of NDA Kaduna. More than just a reunion, this event stands as a historic testament to patriotism, leadership, and the enduring legacy of one of the most impactful cohorts in Nigeria’s military history. The Making of a Legacy On June 30, 1975, 149 young Nigerians made up of…

By Abdul Lauya Two years ago, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla assumed command as Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), ushering in what has become a defining era for the Nigerian Navy (NN). Appointed on June 19, 2023, by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, Ogalla inherited a Navy at a crossroads, grappling with mounting maritime security threats and an urgent need for institutional renewal. Under his watch, the Nigerian Navy has grown into a more capable and respected force, now ranking as the third-largest navy in Africa, surpassed only by Egypt and Algeria. One of the most telling indicators of…