Author: Friday Omosola

The Chief Imam of Lagos Central Mosque, Ridhwan Jamiu, has urged President Bola Tinubu to remain mindful of his responsibility to Nigerians and the importance of accountability in governance. Imam Jamiu delivered this message during the Jumat prayer held today at the Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos, where he addressed Muslim faithful. He emphasised the need for leaders to prioritize the well-being of the people and uphold transparency in the discharge of their duties. “Prophet Muhammad (SAW) said, ‘The most beloved of all people to Allah is the righteous and just leader.’ We have seen righteousness in you and fairness…

President Bola Tinubu has condoled with the government and people of India over the death of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.Singh died yesterday at the age of 92.Tinubu in a statement released by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, described Singh as a distinguished leader whose contributions to India’s development and the strengthening of Nigeria-India relations will remain significant. Singh, who served as India’s Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014, paid a visit to Nigeria in 2007, during which he addressed a joint session of the National Assembly—a rare honour accorded to select global leaders.Tinubu highlighted the…

Nigeria’s National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has countered allegations made by General Abdourahamane Tchiani, the military leader of Niger Republic, accusing Nigeria of colluding with France to destabilise his country In a viral video, Tchiani alleged that Nigeria was working against his country’s interests. However, the Nigerian government had dismissed the claim as baseless. Speaking during a media appearance on BBC, Ribadu reiterated Nigeria’s commitment to peaceful coexistence with its neighbours. His remarks were shared on X (formerly Twitter) by Dada Olusegun, the Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Social Media. Ribadu emphasised that Nigeria maintains cordial…

In a major crackdown on criminal activities during the festive season, the Police have arrested 23 suspected armed robbers, cultists, and kidnappers across in many states of the federation during Christmas celebration. In a statement today, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Police spokesperson, said officers acted on the directive of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun to implement intensified anti-crime strategies to ensure public safety during the holiday period. He said in Lagos State, a swift police response to a distress call in the Safejo area of Amukoko led to the arrest of three armed hoodlums in the early hours of…

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…