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Nigerian fashion has undergone a remarkable transformation over the years, evolving from a traditional, culturally rooted industry to a vibrant, globally recognized force. Traditional Nigerian fashion is deeply rooted in the country’s rich cultural heritage. Each ethnic group has its unique textile traditions, with intricate patterns and designs that tell stories of history, mythology, and values. The Adire prints of the Yoruba people, the Akwete cloth of the Igbo people, and the Tie-Dye fabrics of the Hausa people are just a few examples of the diverse textile traditions that exist in Nigeria. The Impact of Colonialism (Colonial Era) The arrival…

Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga’s life was a rich tapestry of politics, entrepreneurship, and advocacy. In this piece, New Daily Prime reflects on her remarkable journey. She was born on December 2, 1965, in Hammersmith, London, to Nigerian parents. Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga, fondly known as “Ijaya,” was reported by New Daily Prime to have passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, after a brief illness. This was confirmed in a statement by the House Spokesperson, Akin Rotimi. However, the details of her residence were not disclosed. In 1984, she studied Mass Communication at Ogun State Polytechnic. She also earned an HNC in…

Nigeria, a West African country with the largest population on the continent, ranks fifth among the top 10 African nations with the highest number of citizens willing to migrate to other countries. According to a survey conducted by Gallup, 51% of Nigerian citizens expressed interest in leaving the nation. Several factors contribute to citizens or residents of a country deciding to emigrate. These factors often include poverty, poor governance, corruption, inadequate remuneration, insecurity, and other socio-economic challenges. One of the most significant impacts of emigration on the home country is the loss of skilled labour, commonly referred to as “brain…

The Oyo State Government  has initiated a fresh suit against  Naomi Silekunola, the former queen of the Ooni of Ife; Oriyomi Hamzat, an Ibadan-based radio station owner; and Abdulahi Fasasi, the Principal of Islamic High School, Bashorun, Ibadan. These charges are linked to a stampede at a funfair on December 18, 2024, which resulted in the deaths of 35 children. The charge sheet, labeled I/05C/2025, was filed before the Oyo State High Court in Ibadan on Friday, January 10, 2025. The Oyo State Government is listed as the complainant, while Silekunola, Hamzat, and Fasasi are identified as the defendants. In…

A nurse in her 50s is in critical condition after being attacked by a member of the public at the Royal Oldham Hospital in Greater Manchester, Uk. The incident occurred at approximately 11:30 p.m. on Saturday in the hospital’s Accident and Emergency (A&E) department. A 37-year-old man was swiftly arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder and remains in police custody for questioning. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) confirmed that the suspect used a sharp instrument, though it was not a knife, to carry out the attack. The force stated, “It’s believed that a member of the public attacked…

In a dramatic turn of events,two out of the 18 suspended Local Government Chairmen in Edo State, yesterday defected to the ruling All Progressives Party, (APC) The chairmen’s defection is coming after they were suspended by Governor Monday Okpebholo after his petition, alleging insubordination, was endorsed by the Assembly. One of the Chairmen, Hon Efida Enowoghomenma of Ovia South West Local Government area, defected to the APC with eight elected councillors including the Leader of the House, Hon. Nosakhare Edobor. In the same vein, the chairman of Owan West local government area Hon Dickson Ahonsi and five elected councillors also…

To a large extent, the year 2024 was one of visible economic hardship in Nigeria.Undoubtedly too,the same year, ,majority of Nigerians witnessed as their living standards plummeted to ignoble and pitiable levels.It was truly a year of visible economic deprivation and hunger, occasioned by the two major policies of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration: Removal of oil subsidy and the unification of the foreign exchange market.The two policies also triggered remarkable negative multiplier effects on the nation’s economy in terms of depreciating value of the Naira,price hike, inflation, low productivity, unemployment, poor power supply/ high electricity tarrif ,high cost…

By Emmanuel Nwagboniwe After a protracted battle with cancer, the sun set yesterday for one of the world’s most impactful leaders in recent history, Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States(U.S) ,as he passed at the ripe age of 100 years Carter’s demise was announced Sunday by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.His death is coming about six weeks after the passing of his wife Rosalynn on Nov. 19, 2023 at the age of 96 years The late former president himself had entered hospice care in February 2023. Carter survived for years after he had a “small mass” removed from his…

Prince Abdul Kadir Mahe, the Chief of Staff to Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq is reportedly dead The New Daily Prime reports that Mahe’s death was announced by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Rafiu Ajakaiye,.He said in a statement that Mahe died in the early hours of today The statement reads: “In total submission to the will of Allah, we regret to announce the passing of the Chief of Staff to HisExcellency, Prince Abdul Kadir Mahe.“He died this morning, December 28, 2024, as has been destined by Allaah.”The late CoS will be buried today at his residence on…

In a show of solidarity, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, yesterday called on Nigerians to support the President Bola Tinubu -led administration,echoing that he was a caring President Kalu, the former governor of Abia State who also represents Abia North in Senate, made the plea in a Facebook post yesterday after his visit to Tinubu’s residence in Lagos. Kalu wrote: “I had to pay my friend and brother of the class of 1999 Governors, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, a friendly private visit to commend his courageous strides in sailing the course of the nation and also give him the benefit…