Author: Friday Omosola

David Umahi, Nigeria’s Minister of Works, has stated that the N800 billion allocated to his ministry in the 2025 budget proposal is insufficient to address the country’s road infrastructure needs. Speaking at the 2025 budget defence session organised by the House Committee on Works on Friday, Umahi, a former two-time governor of Ebonyi State, urged the committee to increase the ministry’s funding for the upcoming fiscal year. “We are pleading for your help. N800 billion is inadequate—it cannot meet our road requirements. We appeal for your assistance,” he said. READ ALSO: 2025 Budget: Typo error caused Lagos-Calabar highway omission –…

The Kwara State Government has assured residents of its unwavering commitment to ensuring access to potable water and improved sanitation across the state. This was disclosed during an Inter-Ministerial Press Briefing held at the Ministry of Finance Conference Room, where the Commissioner for Water Resources, Usman Lade, provided updates on the government’s ongoing projects and initiatives.   Lade revealed significant progress in the rehabilitation and upgrading of waterworks across the state. He announced that the Irra and Erin-Ile Waterworks have been fully rehabilitated, while work is ongoing at the desilted Sobi Waterworks. READ ALSO: Borno terrorist attack: Stark reminder of Nigeria’s…

Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has described the recent terrorist attack and ambush in Borno State as a stark reminder of the ongoing security challenges plaguing Nigeria. The former governor of Anambra State in a statement posted on his X page on Friday condemned the attack, which resulted in the deaths of several farmers and left many others missing in the Dumba community.  Obi emphasised that the tragedy underscores the urgent need for the government to strengthen its efforts to secure the country. The 63-year-old leader stressed that the fight against terrorism must be…

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has reaffirmed that Julius Abure is the National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP). A three-member panel of the appellate court, led by Justice Hamma Barka, declared that its previous ruling on November 13, 2024, which recognized Abure’s position as the national chairman, stands and has not been overturned by any other court. Justice Barka delivered this ruling while resolving two separate appeals filed by Senator Esther Nenadi Usman, the Labour Party caretaker committee, and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In both appeals, the appellate court clarified that it did not address the…

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has urged his supporters to maintain a calm and composed demeanour throughout the ongoing proceedings, a stance that has further solidified his standing with the public. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, Okpebholo expressed confidence in the judicial process, reiterating his unwavering respect for the rule of law.  This approach stands in stark contrast to the petitioner’s frequent public outbursts, which some observers have interpreted as signs of desperation. Itua further noted that the governor’s legal team has been particularly impressed with the meticulous and strategic handling of the case. …

The Edo Governorship Election Petition Tribunal on Friday admitted all documentary evidence tendered by the Edo PDP Governorship Candidate, Asue Ighodalo, in support of his petition challenging the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) declaration of Monday Okpebholo as Governor of Edo State. At the resumed hearing of the petition marked EPT/ED/GOV/02/2024, the Tribunal accepted the 1,004 documents presented by the petitioners, despite objections raised by the counsels for the respondents—INEC and Senator Okpebholo.   The admitted evidence includes Certified True Copies (CTC) of INEC’s declaration of results forms EC8A-E and local government area (LGA) summary results used during the September 21,…

It is no longer news that the U.S. President-elect, Donald Trump, will be inaugurated on Monday, January 20, as the 47th president of the country. Trump will assume office in the White House following the expiration of the tenure of the incumbent President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, who lost to Trump in the election. As the inauguration approaches with every passing second, minute, hour, and day, there remains limited information about the swearing-in, particularly among individuals outside the U.S. In this article, The New Daily Prime highlights key details about the event as Trump prepares to take…

Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, has emphasised that his administration’s development model is rooted in grassroots engagement, prioritising inclusivity and sustainability. The governor made this statement during the visit of the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Abubakar Bagudu, and the Austrian Ambassador to Nigeria, Thomas Schlesinger, who were in the state for a working visit on Thursday. He highlighted that their visit reflected the significant strides his government has made in fostering a sustainable, business-friendly environment conducive to attracting investors. READ ALSO; Gov Mbah signs landmark land use regulation, executive order Mbah reaffirmed his commitment to building 260 Smart…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed a 13-count criminal charge against the Chairman of Honeywell Group, Chief Oba Otudeko, and a former Managing Director of First Bank, Olabisi Onasanya, for allegedly defrauding First Bank of N12.3 billion.   The arraignment of both individuals is scheduled for Monday, January 20, before Justice Chukwuejekwu Aneke at the Federal High Court in Lagos. Joining them as defendants in the case are Soji Akintayo, a former board member of Honeywell Flour Mills Plc, and Anchorage Leisure Ltd, a company linked to Otudeko. The EFCC prosecutor, Bilkisu Buhari-Bala, filed the charges on January…

In a significant move to strengthen Plateau State’s agricultural sector and combat poverty, Governor Caleb Mutfwang has inaugurated 20 tractors for farming communities and distributed $250,000 to ten communities. Gyang Bere, Director of Press and Public Affairs to the governor in a statement said the initiative, executed in partnership with the World Bank through the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project, reflects the administration’s vision for food security and rural empowerment.   At the commissioning ceremony held at the New Government House, Rayfield, Jos, Governor Mutfwang emphasised that the tractors would enhance farming activities, ensuring food security and economic growth…