Author: Friday Omosola

Organisers of the planned nationwide protest scheduled for 12 June have declared that Nigerians across the country are fully mobilised and prepared to take to the streets. On June 2, 2025, announced that June 12, 2025, would be a national day of protest in Nigeria. The civil rights campaigner movement decries the escalating insecurity, press attacks, and economic hardship faced by Nigerians across the country Speaking exclusively to The New Daily Prime, National Coordinator of the Take It Back Movement (TIBM), Juwon Sanyaolu, cited rising public frustration over worsening economic hardship, insecurity, and governance failures. “So as we announced, the…

Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled 30 June to deliver a ruling on the bail applications filed by three promoters of Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX), currently in detention over their alleged involvement in a $1 billion fraud scheme. The judge fixed the date after hearing arguments from lawyers representing the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and defence counsel. Both parties adopted their written submissions and presented oral arguments for and against the bail request. READ ALSO: CBEX promoter declared wanted surrenders to EFCC The EFCC had earlier secured a court order on 24 April…

The Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adeniyi, has reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to trade facilitation and operational efficiency during a working visit to the Oyo/Osun Area Command in Ibadan. During the visit, Adeniyi inspected the Ibadan Train Station Terminal and assessed a prospective private bonded warehouse. READ ALSO: Customs handovers N24.6 million worth of illicit drugs to NAFDAC Once operational, the bonded facility is expected to improve cargo clearance and streamline trade logistics within the region. Speaking at the site, he said, “The warehouse will complement ongoing efforts to decongest seaports and expedite the movement of goods…

President Bola Tinubu has expressed readiness to receive the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, into the All Progressives Congress (APC) if he chooses to formally defect from the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He spoke at the commissioning of the Arterial Road N16 and other infrastructure projects in the Katampe District of Abuja. Mr Tinubu praised Mr Wike’s dedication to public service and playfully referenced a popular chant from the minister’s past political rallies. READ ALSO: Democracy Day: Tinubu to address Nigerians Thursday “Nyesom Wike is not officially a member of our party—at least, not yet,” Tinubu…

The Lagos State Government has taken a significant step in promoting indigenous fashion and textiles internationally, with a renewed focus on Adire—a traditional Yoruba fabric rich in cultural heritage. As part of this effort, the state Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Toke Benson-Awoyinka, recently held a high-level meeting with Her Majesty Queen Ronke Ademiluyi-Ogunwusi, founder of Africa Fashion Week London and Nigeria, alongside the British Deputy High Commissioner, Jonny Baxter. READ ALSO: Why I visited Tinubu in Lagos – Ex Gov. Fayose The strategic engagement, held in Lagos, aimed to explore new avenues for elevating Adire and other African fashion…

The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has refuted claims that its political structure has crumbled following the recent defection of its former Publicity Secretary, Hakeem Amode, and others to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The New Daily Prime reported that mass defection hit the party on Monday as prominent members joined APC following on the path of Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, who was the party’s 2023 governorship candidate. Their defection, however, triggered speculations about a potential breakdown of PDP’s framework in the state. READ ALSO: UPDATED: Mass defection hits Lagos PDP as leaders join…

President Bola Tinubu has called on the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to ignore distractions from ‘busybodies and naysayers’ and remain committed to his mandate of transforming the nation’s capital. Mr Tinubu’s advice came during the inauguration of the newly refurbished International Conference Centre in Abuja, which was renamed the ‘Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre’ in his honour. Speaking at the event, Mr Tinubu emphasised that the renovated centre is a testament to his administration’s ‘determined efforts to change the way we do things, to reflect us as people of quality, people of character, people…

After a two-week working vacation in Lagos, President Bola Tinubu has returned to Abuja. His time in the commercial capital included the Eid al-Adha festivities and a series of high-profile engagements. READ ALSO: Sowunmi denies betraying Atiku, says Tinubu outpaces his rivals intellectually Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State and other state officials were present at Murtala Mohammed International Airport to see President Tinubu off. Since his arrival in Lagos on May 27, 2025, Mr Tinubu’s schedule has been packed. He notably took part in the 50th-anniversary commemoration of ECOWAS in Lagos State and joined fellow Muslims for Eid al-Adha prayers.…

Former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose has lauded President Bola Tinubu’s efforts in stabilizing Nigeria’s economy. He stated that a complete national turnaround won’t happen instantaneously. His remarks came after a personal visit to Mr Tinubu at his Lagos residence yesterday. READ ALSO: Don’t abandon Labour Party, Fayose advises Otti amid mass defections “My visit is purely personal, aimed at encouraging him to persist in his service to Nigerians,” Mr Fayose, a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain said. He acknowledged the inherent difficulties but emphasized, ‘No miracle can transform things overnight.’ Mr Fayose credited the President for the economy’s stabilization, despite…

Segun Sowunmi, a prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has defended his recent engagement with President Bola Tinubu. Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ yesterday, Sowunmi insisted that his engagement with Mr Tinubu does not amount to a betrayal of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Mr Sowunmi, who served as spokesperson for Atiku during the 2023 presidential campaign, argued that Mr Tinubu, the All Progressives Congress (APC) leader, demonstrates greater strategic insight than his political adversaries, including Labour Party’s Peter Obi. READ ALSO: ‘Stop de-marketing Nigeria’ – Sowunmi to Obi He stressed his independence in political…