Author: Friday Omosola

The Federal Government (FG) has denied allegations made by General Abdourahamane Tchiani, the military leader of Niger Republic, accusing Nigeria of conspiring with France to destabilize his country. In a statement issued on Thursday, Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, described the claims as baseless and existing only “in the realm of imagination.” He reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to fostering peace, harmony, and historic diplomatic ties with Niger Republic despite its current political instability. “Nigeria has never engaged in any overt or covert alliance with France—or any other country—to sponsor terrorist attacks or destabilize Niger Republic,” the statement…

Celebrities have weighed into the stampede in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, which claimed the lives of 35 children and left several others injured. The tragic incident occurred during an event at Islamic High School in the Bashorun area, organised by Naomi Silekunola, the ex-queen of the Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi. Originally planned for 5,000 attendees, the event attracted an overwhelming crowd after news of free entry, gifts, and scholarship opportunities spread rapidly. The New Daily Prime earlier reported that hundreds of attendees camped around the school the night before the event to secure early access. Following the…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has described as devastating, Wednesday’s airstrike in Sokoto State, which claimed about 10 lives and left several others injured. The New Daily Prime gathered that a Nigerian Air Force airstrike, aimed at neutralising Lakurawa terrorists, accidentally targeted Gidan Sama and Rumtuwa communities in the Silame Local Government Area of the state. Reacting to the incident in a post on his X handle today, Atiku tagged the airstrike as an outrageous act that must be denounced in the strongest terms. He noted, “But this tragedy begs the question: What have we truly learnt from the heart-wrenching…

Former Minister of Women Affairs, Uju-Ken Ohanenye, has declared she has no regrets about the decisions she made during her time in office. Speaking yesterday on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Ohanenye defended her actions, despite the controversies that marred her tenure. Appointed in August 2023, her time as minister was marked by contentious moments, including a public threat to sue the United Nations (UN) over alleged mismanagement of funds meant for Nigeria. Her tenure came to an abrupt end on October 23, when President Bola Tinubu dismissed her alongside four other ministers: Lola Ade-John (Tourism), Jamila Bio Ibrahim (Youth Development),…

The former Governor of Anambra State and the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called for enhanced skills and educational empowerment for inmates in Nigeria’s correctional facilities. He made the call today in a statement shared on his X page ,after visiting the Nigerian Correctional Centre in Onitsha yesterday. He said he joined Archbishop Valerian Okeke to interact with inmates undergoing rehabilitation. Obi expressed delight at the operational status of the Centre’s skill acquisition facility, which equips inmates with various productive skills. He noted that through Archbishop Okeke’s intervention, the facility has become a hub for educational and vocational…

Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has announced the allocation of N670 million to address malnutrition and improve maternal and child health services across the state. The governor revealed this during the launch of the second Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) Week in Kumbotso Local Government Area. He emphasised his administration’s determination to enhance healthcare delivery for vulnerable populations. Out of the allocated funds, he said N500 million will be used as counterpart funding for nutrition programmes in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). These initiatives, the governor stated will target malnutrition among children and pregnant women in…

Senate Majority Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, has reassured Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu’s tax reform bills are integral to the National Assembly’s agenda for economic recovery and sustainable development. In his Christmas message shared on his X page yesterday, Bamidele highlighted the legislature’s commitment to creating an enabling environment where businesses can thrive effortlessly, investors feel confident to bring in their capital, and citizens experience relief from unnecessary burdens. He stressed the importance of shaping a Nigeria where future generations can take pride, emphasising that legislative efforts are focused on building a prosperous and equitable nation. Bamidele underscored the need for…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to improving the welfare of Nigerians. In his Christmas message posted on X page by his spokesperson, Stanley Nkwocha, the Vice President emphasised that national security and economic transformation as top priorities under the President Bola Tinubu -led administration. Shettima urged citizens to embrace unity and national cohesion during the festive season. He described Nigeria’s diversity as its greatest strength, calling on Nigerians to “strengthen the bonds of brotherhood across all faith and region.” Addressing the nation’s security, the Vice President reassured Nigerians of the vigilance of the security forces.…

Citing the need for empathy and love for the less privileged in our society the Labour Party (LP), has urged wealthy Nigerians to demonstrate love and compassion, particularly to those struggling with various forms of deprivation.This was stated today in Abuja by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, on behalf of its chairman ,Julius Abure. The party also charged Nigerians to embrace the spirit of Christmas as a time for love, service, and forgiveness towards one another. “At this time, I think of all the men and women serving in the military to ensure our safety, who may not…

Shehu Sani, a former senator representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District has criticised President Bola Tinubu for his decision not to investigate military spending under former President Muhammadu Buhari – led administration. The New Daily Prime earlier reported that President Tinubu during his inaugural media chat on Monday stated that he would not investigate military expenditures under the Buhari administration. Reacting to the issue, Sani, a human rights activist, while appearing on Channels TV’s Politics Today ,described Tinubu’s stance as contradictory, particularly when compared to his administration’s probe of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) under the embattled former governor, Godwin…