Author: Alade Adisa

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has voiced his opposition to the contentious tax reform bills proposed by President Bola Tinubu, echoing the National Economic Council’s (NEC) recommendation for their withdrawal. In a statement released on Sunday, Atiku emphasized the need for a fiscal system rooted in justice, fairness, and equity. He highlighted that Nigerians are united in their demand for policies that do not worsen the existing disparities among the country’s federating units. Atiku also urged transparency and objectivity in the public hearing process being organized by the National Assembly, stressing that such principles are crucial for fostering accountability, good…

President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Alhassan Yahaya on his election as the President of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) at the 8th Triennial National Delegates Conference in Owerri, on November 27, 2024. The President also congratulated other newly elected members of the NUJ executive and praised the Union for organizing a rancour-free election at the conference. Tinubu says Yahaya’s overwhelming victory was a testament to the NUJ members’ confidence in his leadership qualities. He expresses optimism that Yahaya’s experience, particularly as the former deputy president of the Union, will be instrumental as he leads the…

Former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (retd.) has revealed that he pleaded with late General Sani Abacha not to execute former President Olusegun Obasanjo for an alleged coup plot in 1995. Gowon said this at the maiden edition of the Interdenominational Unity Christmas Carol and Praise Festival organized by the Plateau Government, which also had Obasanjo in attendance. NEW DAILY PRIME reports that Obasanjo was arrested in 1995 by Abacha and convicted of being part of a planned coup to overthrow his government. Obasanjo, in spite of pleading innocent to the coup, was sentenced to death. He spent three…

Van Nistelrooy, newly appointed as Leicester’s manager, watched from the directors’ box as his side’s defensive frailties were ruthlessly exposed. Leicester started brightly, taking the lead in the 22nd minute through Facundo Buonanotte, who finished a Jamie Vardy assist after capitalizing on a defensive lapse by Ethan Pinnock. However, the Foxes’ joy was short-lived. Just three minutes later, Brentford equalized when Schade set up Yoane Wissa to tap in unmarked. Schade then turned scorer, pouncing on chaotic defending to give the Bees the lead. His second goal came in first-half stoppage time, finishing a Mikkel Damsgaard pass from a tight…

With 30 months left in his tenure, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State remains firmly in office. However, the political stage is already brimming with activity as ambitious contenders begin their campaigns for the 2027 gubernatorial race. Both ruling and opposition parties are setting the groundwork, and key players are positioning themselves for the Alausa Round House. APC’s Frontline Aspirants In the All Progressives Congress (APC), heavyweights are lining up for a chance to lead Lagos. The list of rumored aspirants includes Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu; Lagos State House of Assembly Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa; former governor,…

Following the departure, in February 2024, of Portuguese tactician, José Peseiro, who guided the team to a runner-up finish at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the head coach position for Nigeria’s Super Eagles has remained uncertain. Despite his success, Peseiro chose not to renew his contract with the three-time African champions. After his departure, a former winger for the national team, Finidi George briefly held interim duties but resigned in June after a string of poor results. Another Super Eagles legend, Austin Eguavoen stepped in as the second interim coach and has since achieved three wins, one loss,…

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has hosted Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi to a breakfast meeting at his residence in Adamawa State. In a video posted on his X handle on Saturday, Abubakar is seen with Obi walking into a dining area of his house. Atiku hosted Obi at his residence in Abuja in In May, sparking rumours of a possible alliance between both politicians ahead of the 2027 election. The Turakin Adamawa was vice-president between 1999 and 2007, with Chief Olusegun Obasanjo as the President. Atiku was Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) standard-bearer in…

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has disassociated itself from the recent proclamation of the “United States of Biafra,” made at a convention in Lahti, Finland, organized by Simon Ekpa‘s supporters. In a statement on Saturday, IPOB spokesperson Emma Powerful dismissed any affiliation with the event, labeling those backing Ekpa as “criminals engaging in illegal activities to harm their homeland.” The declaration occurred during a convention led by Dr. Ngozi Orabueze, who identified herself as the Chief of Staff of the United States of Biafra and the organizer of the “Biafra Declaration of the Restoration of the United States of…

The Federal Government has announced the disbursal of over N1.2 billion to 24,104 beneficiaries of its grants and loan scheme across Delta State. Disclosed this on Friday at a townhall sensitization in Asaba, the Delta State capital, the state focal person for the Presidential Grant and Loan Scheme, Dr Isioma Okonta, thanked the Federal Government for the initiative, saying it had impacted many people in the state. Okonta said, “The programme is working, and many people from across the state have received their N50,000 grants. “I want to thank the government for the town hall sensitisation and to advise those…

Ismail Usman, a self-proclaimed herbalist, sustained life-threatening injuries while testing a self-made “bulletproof” charm. The incident, which occurred in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), left him critically wounded after his experiment with the charm went awry.According to reports, Usman allegedly fired a gun at himself to prove the efficacy of the charm. Unfortunately, the charm failed to protect him, and he suffered severe injuries.The FCT Police Command swiftly responded to the scene and transported him to the hospital, where doctors are currently battling to save his life.The police have placed Usman under watch