Author: Ismaeel Aleem

President Bola Tinubu has declared that Nigeria’s colonial-era tax laws, plagued by fragmentation, multiplicity and inconsistencies, kept Nigerians poor for decades, but the new tax reforms introduced by his administration will deliver greater opportunities and inclusive prosperity. Speaking yesterday at the commissioning of the 16-storey Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) headquarters in Abuja, President Tinubu said the reforms, which became fully operational in January, are designed to be people-centred and investment-friendly. Read the related story on New Daily Prime: Tinubu holds emergency security meeting with service chiefs amid rising security concerns He stressed that the changes aim to liberate the economy from…

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has claimed that the worsening insecurity across Nigeria will cease two weeks after the 2027 general elections, attributing the current surge in violence to political desperation. Akpabio made the remarks on Tuesday while speaking at the official commissioning of the Nigerian Revenue Service (NRS) corporate headquarters in Abuja, an event presided over by President Bola Tinubu. Read the related story on New Daily Prime: Akpabio praises Tinubu, says he has brought progress According to the Senate President, President Tinubu is performing exceptionally well, leaving his opponents with no option but to instigate violence and sponsor insecurity in…

In a significant show of unity and strategic coordination, the Osun State APC Campaign Council, led by its Director-General, Hon. Oluwole Oke, held a high-level meeting with the National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Sen. Ajibola Basiru, at his residence. The gathering held on Sunday  brought together key party leaders and stakeholders in Osun State, highlighting the importance of consultation, cohesion, and experienced direction as the Council ramps up preparations for the upcoming governorship election. Read the related story on New Daily Prime: Osun test of strength, rehearsal ground for 2027 — Yilwatda Speaking on behalf of the delegation,…

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has described Osun State as a critical political battleground ahead of the 2027 general elections, calling it a test of strength and a rehearsal ground for future contests. Nentawe made the remarks in Abuja today while addressing key issues affecting the social, political and economic management of the country. He stressed that Osun is “not just another state election” but “a test of strength, a battle of perception, a measure of organisational discipline, and an important rehearsal ground for 2027.” In a statement issued by his Special Adviser…

Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has declared that only aspirants with undeniable records of achievement in their current or previous positions will receive the All Progressives Congress (APC) ticket for the 2027 general elections. For more updates on party developments, follow the latest APC news in Nigeria. The governor made the declaration on Wednesday during the commissioning of constituency projects alongside the Deputy Chief Whip of the Senate and Senator representing Ebonyi North Senatorial District, Chief Peter Onyekachi Nwebonyi. Read the related story on New Daily Prime:  APC members will decide NASS candidates in Ekiti- Fayemi APC resumes e-membership registration nationwide…

Members of the Oyo State House of Assembly have unanimously endorsed Speaker Adebowale Ogundoyin to succeed Governor Seyi Makinde in the 2027 gubernatorial election. Read more breaking stories from our latest nigeria news The lawmakers made the declaration during plenary on Wednesday. Ogundoyin, who represents Ibarapa East State Constituency on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), received the full backing of the House. Read the related story on New Daily Prime:  Ibarapaland PDP Backs Ogundoyin for 2027 Oyo gov race Local govt must be allowed to generate revenue independently; Oyo Speaker, Ogundoyin The motion for the endorsement was…

Chieftains of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have warned President Bola Tinubu against turning Nigeria into a one-party state, describing the move as a direct threat to the country’s democracy. For more updates on party developments, follow the latest APC news in Nigeria. The strong message was delivered on Wednesday during the OccupyINEC protest in Abuja. Speaking on behalf of the party, former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi told demonstrators that the Tinubu administration was undermining democratic governance. Read the related story on New Daily Prime: David Mark reassures ADC members, downplays internal crisis “We are simply holding a peaceful demonstration…

Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Ibarapa Central and Ibarapa North Federal Constituency of Oyo State have unanimously adopted a zoning arrangement to bolster the party’s prospects in the 2027 general elections. The resolution was reached at a well-attended stakeholders’ meeting held yesterday in Igboora, headquarters of Ibarapa Central Local Government Area. More than 40 party leaders were present. Read the related story on New Daily Prime: Oyo APC in turmoil as ‘consensus’ candidate list sparks outrage A communiqué issued after the meeting and jointly read by Chairman Francis Babalola and Secretary T.A. Aderenle outlined the new zoning…

Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ibadan North-West and Ibadan South-West Federal Constituencies have called on the party’s national secretariat to reject any imposition of candidates for the 2027 general elections, warning that such a move would lead to another crushing defeat at the polls. The appeal was made at a stakeholders’ meeting held on yesterday at the Nigeria Union of Journalists Press Centre, Iyaganku, Ibadan. A party chieftain, Wale Owu, read a strongly worded letter to the National Chairman on behalf of the Apex Leaders Council of the two constituencies. Read the related story on New Daily…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has dismissed as false and malicious widespread rumours that its National Chairman, Senator David Mark, has stepped down from his position. For more updates on party developments, follow the latest APC news in Nigeria. In a strongly worded statement issued by the party’s Media Office on Sunday, the ADC described the reports as “an insidious fabrication” deliberately spread by “puerile, weak, and inconsiderate propagandists” seeking to sow confusion within its ranks. For more news, visit New Daily Prime at www.newdailyprime.news  INEC warns ADC of ‘severe consequences’ ahead of convention  APC to ADC: ‘You are the author…