Author: Ismaeel Aleem

The Kebbi State Government has recently announced the dates for the 2026 edition of the Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival, scheduled to take place from 11 to 14 February. This annual event, held in the town of Argungu in Kebbi State, northwestern Nigeria, is a vibrant celebration that draws thousands of participants and spectators from across the globe. Recognised by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage, the festival not only showcases traditional fishing practices but also serves as a platform for cultural exchange and economic development. The Argungu Fishing Festival traces its roots back to 1934, when it was…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called on the Federal Government to publish the full text of a recently signed health cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United States, citing serious concerns over conflicting public descriptions of the agreement and potential breaches of Nigeria’s Constitution. In a statement issued on Sunday by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the opposition party highlighted stark differences in how Abuja and Washington have framed the five-year MoU, signed in December 2025 and effective from April 2026 to December 2030. Read the related story on New Daily Prime: ADC condemns FG over $9m…

Popular media personality and founder of Agidigbo FM, Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat, has formally announced his intention to contest the 2027 Oyo State governorship election on the platform of the Accord Party. Hamzat made the declaration during a well-attended public event in Ibadan, marking a significant shift in his political involvement. Known for his influential programsrammes and grassroots philanthropy, he has historically supported various political aspirants and mobilised support for candidates. However, he emphasised that this cycle would be different, as he focuses entirely on his own ambition. “I am publicly declaring today that in 2027, I will not campaign for…

Former governorship aspirant Dr.. Akin Ogunbiyi has pledged full support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign ahead of the 2026 governorship election while signalling his intention to seek the party’s ticket for the Osun West Senatorial District seat. Ogunbiyi made the declaration yesterday during a strategic meeting with leaders and members of his political organisation, drawn from all 30 local government areas of Osun State and the Modakeke Area Office, held in Osogbo. The gathering provided an opportunity to review outcomes of the APC governorship primary conducted in December 2025 and to chart the path forward for intensified party…

President Bola Tinubu has returned to Nigeria following his participation in the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW2026), where he engaged with global leaders on climate action, energy transition, and sustainable development. The President, accompanied by several ministers, attended the summit held from 11th to 15th January in Abu Dhabi under the theme “The Nexus of Next: All Systems Go.” Read the related story on New Daily Prime: Tinubu departs for Europe ahead of Abu Dhabi sustainability summit A key highlight was the signing of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on the…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has firmly rejected suggestions that it is being positioned as a platform to advance the presidential ambitions of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, insisting the party remains independent and self-governing. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme yesterday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, emphasised that the ADC belongs to no single individual and is open to all Nigerians, including high-profile figures such as former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi. Read the related story on New Daily Prime: Atiku declares: I will not step down for…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly condemned violent disruptions that marred the inauguration of its Transitional Committee and Membership Registration Committees in Borno State, insisting that the exercise was fully authorised by the party’s National Working Committee (NWC). In a press statement released on Friday and signed by the National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC affirmed that the inauguration, which saw Mallam Kashim Imam appointed as chairman of the Transitional Committee, complied with all party guidelines and institutional processes. Read the related story on New Daily Prime: Dele Momodu officially joins ADC The statement described the actions of…

The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has strongly criticised the opposition for what it termed “orchestrated outrage” and “selective indignation” over the Federal Government’s decision to hire a United States-based lobbying firm. In a statement signed by the chapter’s spokesman, Seye Oladejo, the party dismissed the criticisms as stemming from either “grave ignorance of modern governance” or a deliberate effort to mislead the public. Read the related story on New Daily Prime: ADC condemns FG over $9m US lobbying contract amid domestic crises. The engagement, reportedly a $9 million contract with Washington-based DCI Group (facilitated through Aster…

Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos East Senatorial District have raised alarm over deepening internal divisions, warning that continued infighting risks jeopardising the party’s prospects in the 2027 general elections. The concerns were voiced at the Lagos East Senatorial District Stakeholders’ Meeting held in Lagos yesterday. Senator Tokunbo Abiru, representing the district, and Lagos State APC Chairman Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, both appealed for renewed cohesion among members. Senator Abiru acknowledged persistent factional disagreements and urged party leaders to begin reconciliation efforts to address the grievances of aggrieved members. He stressed that unity was vital as preparations for…

Veteran journalist, media entrepreneur, and former presidential candidate, Dele Momodu, has formally joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), marking a significant shift in his political journey. Momodu made the declaration on Thursday, 15 January 2026, in Benin City, the Edo State capital, while addressing a gathering of supporters and party members. The event, described as a homecoming, comes after he parted ways with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) amid ongoing internal challenges within the opposition ranks. Read the related story on New Daily Prime: 2027: Atiku officialy joins ADC in Adamawa, registers as party member Speaking passionately at the occasion,…