Author: Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi

The White House has sharply criticized the United Kingdom following a narrow vote in the House of Commons to support a controversial assisted dying bill. In an unprecedented intervention, the U.S. Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labour, under the Trump administration, condemned the proposed legislation as “state-sponsored suicide,” sparking diplomatic tension between the two longstanding allies. The proposed law, which recently cleared its second reading by a 23-vote majority (314 to 291), would allow terminally ill adults in England and Wales to legally end their lives under specific, regulated conditions. It applies to individuals over the age of 18…

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has officially stepped down from his position in what insiders say was a move influenced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Though no formal reason was provided for the abrupt resignation, it is widely believed that it was requested by the President during a late-night meeting on Friday. Shortly after, Ganduje’s portrait was removed from the APC national secretariat, signaling a swift transition. A copy of Ganduje’s resignation letter, accessed by New Daily Prime, is attached below. This development comes amid rising political intrigue surrounding the 2027 general…

Nigeria is mourning the death of one of its most iconic business figures, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, who passed away on Saturday at the age of 94. Widely regarded as one of the most influential industrialists in West Africa, Dantata lived a life that blended enterprise, public service, and devotion to community upliftment. As tributes continue to pour in following his death on June 28, here are thirteen essential facts that capture the extraordinary life and legacy of this iconic figure. He Was Born into a Dynasty of Wealth and Trade Aminu Dantata was born on May 19, 1931, in…

In another blow to Nigeria’s opposition ranks, two federal lawmakers from the Labour Party (LP) — Senator Neda Imasuen and Hon. Chimaobi Atu — have officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), the country’s ruling party. Their exits come amid a wave of defections reshaping the National Assembly ahead of the 2027 general elections.  Imasuen: “I Must Align With National Priorities” During Thursday’s Senate plenary, Senate President Godswill Akpabio read a letter from Senator Neda Imasuen (Edo South), in which the lawmaker declared his decision to join the APC after “extensive consultations with constituents and political stakeholders.” “I want…

A series of Israeli airstrikes hit Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon early Thursday, in what the Israeli military described as a response to renewed efforts by the militia to rebuild its operational facilities. According to a report by Sky News, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) launched precision strikes on an underground site used by Hezbollah to manage its “fire and defense array.” The IDF stated that the facility had been previously targeted, but recent intelligence suggested Hezbollah was attempting to restore operations at the location. “The IDF identified attempts by the Hezbollah terror organization to restore the site, and therefore…

U.S. President Donald Trump’s bid for the Nobel Peace Prize has suffered a major blow after both Pakistan and Ukraine withdrew their nominations amid intense political backlash, rising international tensions, and growing skepticism about his global leadership credentials. What began as a surprising endorsement by two key U.S. allies has quickly turned into a diplomatic embarrassment — one that raises questions about Pakistan’s foreign policy coherence and Ukraine’s confidence in Trump’s peace-brokering claims.  Pakistan’s Nomination Sparks Firestorm at Home and Abroad Pakistan’s decision to nominate Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize triggered fierce backlash from opposition lawmakers, civil society,…

In a defiant televised broadcast, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei declared what he called a “victory” over Israel following a tense 12-day conflict, while issuing a stern warning to the United States: “If the U.S. attacks again, Iran will strike back—hard.” The 86-year-old leader broke his public silence for the first time since the outbreak of hostilities on June 13, appearing in a pre-recorded message aired nationwide by Iranian state television. Khamenei’s statement marked a pivotal moment in the region’s rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape and was delivered with unmistakable confidence, despite international skepticism and the heavy toll of war.…

 Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria — Professor Sesan Fabamise, a distinguished Professor of International Law at Afe Babalola University, has expressed dissatisfaction with the Tinubu administration’s decision to construct a new INEC Annex Office and expand the INEC Headquarters, describing the move as ill-timed amid Nigeria’s escalating insecurity, widespread hunger, and deepening economic hardship. Speaking exclusively with New Daily Prime, Professor Fabamise described the development as a “symbol of misplaced priorities” during a time when millions of Nigerians are grappling with worsening living conditions. “It is unfortunate that our politicians are not sincere,” he said. “Look at what’s recently happening in Benue State.…

As tensions rise dramatically following the outbreak of war between Israel and Iran, fears over the possibility of a nuclear-armed Iran have resurfaced — with particular concern about the UK’s ability to respond if such weapons were ever launched its way. The escalation has brought renewed urgency to the question: how vulnerable is Britain to a nuclear strike — and how long would we have to react? Currently, Israeli intelligence suggests that Iran is enriching uranium close to weapons-grade levels — a claim that US intelligence has not confirmed. But even if true, Iran is not believed to have assembled…

Just hours after a U.S.-brokered ceasefire was announced between Iran and Israel, tensions reignited late Monday as Israel reportedly launched a targeted strike on Tehran, accusing Iran of breaching the truce—an allegation Iran denies. U.S. President Donald Trump had earlier declared a “complete and total ceasefire” between the two long-standing adversaries, writing on Truth Social: “It has been fully agreed by and between Israel and Iran that there will be a complete and total CEASEFIRE (in approximately 6 hours from now) for 12 hours, at which point the War will be considered, ENDED.” The truce announcement, while widely welcomed by…