Author: Friday Omosola

Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, has signed the 2025 budget of N689.4 billion, titled the “Budget of ASSURED Prosperity,” into law. In October, The New Daily Prime reported that Mr Diri presented the budget to the State House of Assembly, highlighting his administration’s plans for enhanced socio-economic and infrastructural development. The governor announced the signing in a statement shared on his X (formerly Twitter) page, noting that his deputy, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, and other top government officials were present at the signing ceremony. “This afternoon, I signed into law a budget of six hundred and ninety nine billion, five hundred and…

Lagos State Magistrate Court sitting in Ogba today granted bail to popular TikToker, Olumide Ogunsanwo, known as SeaKing. The New Daily Prime earlier reported that the social media influencer was accused of treason, cyberstalking, conduct likely to cause a breach of peace, and provoking a breach of peace. The charges stemmed from claims that SeaKing called on Nigerian youths to “wage war” against the police. The Nigeria Police, through its remand application, sought to keep SeaKing in custody for 30 days pending advice from the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP). In an X post on Monday, Counsel to the defendant,…

Kwara State Governor, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, has assured the public that his administration is closely monitoring the investigation into the death of Jimoh Abdulqadir, who died while in police custody. Abdulqadir, identified as a poultry farmer, was reportedly arrested on December 20, following a complaint from a client over an unpaid debt. According to a family source, the police claimed Abdulqadir committed suicide in his cell when his family arrived to secure his bail. The incident sparked widespread outrage, with Nigerians demanding justice. This public outcry prompted the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, to visit Abdulqadir’s family. During his…

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has expressed confidence that the visit and prayers of Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), will greatly enhance the fortunes of the state. Governor Oyebanji shared this optimism in Ilogbo Ekiti during the RCCG programme titled “Light Up Ilogbo”, today which coincided with the church’s annual December event, “Let’s Go A-Fishing.” Governor Oyebanji described Pastor Adeboye’s visit as a divine blessing for the state, its government, and its people, especially as the new year approaches with high expectations. He emphasised that the prophetic declarations made by Pastor…

In a swift reaction, the Presidency has berated former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, over his recent comments regarding the stampedes in Anambra, Oyo, and Abuja, which resulted in the tragic loss of several lives. The New Daily Prime reported that scores of Nigerians, including children, died while scrambling to collect palliatives in the affected states. Reacting to the incidents, Obi described the tragedies as a reflection of the systemic failures under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu. He also criticised the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, for imposing restrictions on palliative distribution, arguing that such measures discourage…

To drive Nigeria’s economic growth and reduce poverty, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has introduced an ambitious economic plan for sustainable development. In a statement issued by the Ministry’s Director of Information and Public Relations, Mohammed Manga, the Minister announced a ₦50 trillion budget for 2025, focused on strategic investments and extensive reforms. Speaking during the Citizen and Stakeholder Engagement session held at the Ministry’s Auditorium in Abuja, Edun underscored President Bola Tinubu’s dedication to economic reforms aimed at achieving sustained and inclusive growth. The overarching goal, he emphasised, is to lift millions…

An elated Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has commended the Federal Government for lifting the ban on mining activities in Zamfara State. The New Daily Prime earlier reported that the Minister of Solid Minerals, Dele Alake, announced the end of the five-year mining ban in the state. Speaking to journalists in Gusau, the state capital, Matawalle stated that the move would attract investors and significantly boost the state’s socio-economic development. He highlighted the setbacks experienced due to the imposed ban by the then President Muhammadu Buhari – led administration to curb insecurity, noting that the state had lost…

Former Anambra State Governor Mr Peter Obi has faulted the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, for imposing restrictions on the distribution of palliatives to the less- privileged. The New Daily Prime earlier reported that Egbetokun directed palliative distribution organisers to involve security agencies and strictly adhere to crowd and safety management protocols. This directive came in response to multiple stampedes during the distribution of food items in Oyo, Anambra, and Abuja, which led to several deaths and injuries. In a statement shared on his X page today, Obi expressed concern over the directive, describing it as disturbing despite…

The Federal Government (FG) has announced Wednesday, December 25, Thursday, December 26, 2024, and Wednesday, January 1, 2025, as public holidays to mark Christmas, Boxing Day, and New Year celebrations respectively. This declaration was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement signed by the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Magdalene Ajani. Tunji-Ojo extended warm greetings to Nigerians and urged them to use the festive season to reflect on the values of love, peace, and unity that the season represents. He emphasised the importance of fostering harmony and strengthening familial and communal bonds during this period. He also called…

Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has called for the release of Naomi Silekunola, the former queen of the Ooni of Ife and organiser of the funfair that led to the stampede in Ibadan, Oyo State. Earlier, The New Daily Prime reported that Naomi, along with seven others, was arrested following the stampede at a funfair held at Basorun Islamic High School in Ibadan.  The incident resulted in the death of 35 children. Naomi was hospitalised after her arrest. In a statement shared on his X page yesterday, Obi expressed that the ex-queen should not…