Author: Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi

Political analyst/ commentator, Kayode Adebiyi, has offered a comparative assessment of the political trajectories of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and his Kano State counterpart, Abba Kabir Yusuf, arguing that their experiences reflect a familiar reality in Nigerian politics: political independence is not proclaimed, but carefully achieved. In a widely shared Facebook analysis, Adebiyi examined Nigeria’s long-standing godfather political model, an arrangement built on loyalty, control and dominance of political structures. Under this system, governors rarely emerge solely through popular mandate; rather, they are products of powerful political patrons who shape the environment in which they govern. The analyst noted…

Iran has been plunged into deepening uncertainty as authorities imposed a nationwide communications blackout and intensified a crackdown on mass protests that have left at least 62 people dead, according to human rights groups. In his first major address since demonstrations erupted nearly two weeks ago, Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei accused protesters of acting on behalf of U.S. President Donald Trump, saying they were “ruining their own streets to make the president of another country happy.” The remarks followed Trump’s repeated statements praising the protests and warning that the United States was “watching very closely.” Khamenei dismissed those…

The United States has announced plans to assume indefinite control over the sale of sanctioned Venezuelan oil, a move that marks a significant shift in Washington’s long-standing restrictions on the South American nation’s energy sector and its broader geopolitical strategy in the region. According to the White House, the plan will initially involve the sale of between 30 million and 50 million barrels of Venezuelan crude, with all proceeds deposited into US-controlled accounts. Officials said the arrangement is designed to give Washington leverage over the Venezuelan government while ensuring that oil revenues are managed under strict oversight. US Energy Secretary…

The Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, today led the flag-off of the electronic registration (e-registration) exercise of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in parts of the state, alongside the party’s National Chairman, Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda. The exercise was officially launched in Dengi, Kanam, and Langtang communities within Langtang North Local Government Area, with the participation of party leaders, stakeholders, and notable sons and daughters of Plateau State. The initiative forms part of APC’s efforts to strengthen its membership database, improve internal organisation, and enhance grassroots participation across the state. Addressing party members and supporters at the event, Governor Mutfwang…

The Honourable Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Bernard  Doro, has reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to credible and dynamic data as the backbone of effective social protection and poverty-reduction programmes. The Minister stated this on Tuesday while hosting the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Abisoye Coker-Odusote, and her management team at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja for a strategic engagement on data collaboration and social protection The meeting focused on NIMC’s continued support to agencies under the Ministry, including the National Social Safety Nets Coordinating Office (NASSCO), the National Commission…

Three days after US President Donald Trump launched a major military operation in Venezuela, he announced on Tuesday that the country’s interim authorities had agreed to hand over between 30 million and 50 million barrels of sanctioned oil to the United States, a deal he said could be worth up to $2 billion at current market prices In a post on Truth Social, Trump said he had directed Chris Wright, the US Energy Secretary, to immediately begin executing the plan. According to Trump, the oil will be loaded onto storage vessels and transported directly to unloading docks in the United…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has declared that he will not withdraw from the 2027 presidential race, amid growing contest for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ticket. Atiku, a presidential aspirant on the platform of the African Democratic Congress, made the declaration in a statement issued on Tuesday and signed by his media aide, Paul Ibe. In the statement titled “Nigeria’s Democracy Under Siege: Opposition Faces Existential Threat,” Atiku accused the Presidency and the ruling All Progressives Congress of meddling in the internal affairs of the ADC, particularly in the process of choosing its presidential candidate. Read related story from…

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday mocked Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, accusing him of imitating his trademark dance moves, as he celebrated Maduro’s capture in a wide-ranging and often theatrical speech to Republican lawmakers. Trump’s remarks followed a report by The New York Times, which said Maduro’s repeated public appearances dancing defiantly amid US threats helped convince senior White House officials that it was time to act. “One of his crimes is copying my dance,” Trump said, repeating the joke several times during his speech. Read related story from New Daily Prime: How US–Venezuela relations collapsed under Trump, ending in…

Dr. Suleiman Saidu Suleiman has emerged as a notable aspirant for the Southern Borno Senatorial District, bringing with him a blend of academic excellence, professional experience, and grassroots engagement that reflects a strong commitment to public service. Born in Maiduguri, Borno State, Dr. Suleiman Saidu Suleiman began his academic journey at the University of Maiduguri, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences in 2008. Driven by a passion for environmental and public health issues, he proceeded to the United Kingdom, earning a Master’s degree in Occupational Health, Safety, and Environment from the University of Birmingham in…

The European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) has reaffirmed its position as a global hub for scientific excellence and career development, offering wide-ranging opportunities for both young and experienced researchers through its Career Hub. Established shortly after the Second World War by a group of Europe’s leading scientists and diplomats, CERN was created with a bold vision: to restore scientific excellence in Europe while promoting peaceful collaboration among nations. Decades later, that vision remains central to CERN’s mission, as the organisation continues to push the boundaries of knowledge in fundamental science. Read related story from New Daily Prime: Why Nigeria’s christian…