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The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has zoned its 2027 presidential ticket to Southern Nigeria, a move that could reshape opposition politics ahead of the next general election. Read more breaking stories from our latest nigeria news The decision was taken as the party continues to attract attention following the movement of former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, and former Kano State governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, into its fold. According to reports, the NDC resolved that its presidential candidate for 2027 would come from the South. The party also indicated that after a single four-year term, the ticket would return to the…

A six-year-old Nigerian girl has died after falling from a high-rise apartment building in Toronto, Canada, in a tragedy that has left residents shocked and raised questions about child safety and supervision. The incident happened at a residential complex on Chalkfarm Drive in North York, near Jane Street, at about 8:15 p.m. Read latest update from New Daily Prime world news  Toronto police said officers were called to the building following reports of “unknown trouble”. When emergency crews arrived, the child was found unresponsive on the ground outside the apartment block. Read related news: Canada deports 366 Nigerians in 10…

Nigel Farage’s Reform UK has delivered a major blow to Britain’s two main parties, making strong gains in England’s local elections and piling fresh pressure on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer after a difficult night for Labour. The elections covered more than 5,000 council seats across England, as well as six local authority mayoral races. The results are being watched closely because they are the biggest test of public opinion since Labour entered government. The Electoral Commission said the polls included local elections across English authorities and six local authority mayoral contests. Read related news: Labour loses 200,000 members under…

The Federal Government has moved to tighten the process for awarding honorary degrees in Nigerian universities, warning that institutions that violate the new directive will face sanctions. Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, announced the decision on Wednesday during a media briefing at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Alausa said the Federal Executive Council approved the move to end what he described as decades of indiscriminate conferment of honorary degrees for political patronage and financial gain. Read related news:  FG approves N2bn take-off grants for new federal polytechnic in Abuja, Epe University UK degrees no longer guarantee upward mobility Medical doctor, PhD…

Long before the current rush for Guinness World Records Nigeria, the Dafinone family had already put the country on the global record map. Guinness World Records recognises the family of Senator David Omueya Dafinone for having the most chartered accountants in one family. Three sons and two daughters qualified as members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales between 1986 and 1999, following in the footsteps of their father, who became a member of the same body in 1963. Decades later, Nigerians are still pushing for global recognition. From food and fashion to chess, beauty, counting, hairdressing…

Last updated: May 2026 UK student visa Nigeria is one of the most important search topics for Nigerians planning to study in the United Kingdom. For many young people, parents and professionals, a UK Student visa is the final bridge between admission and the dream of studying abroad. But that bridge can collapse if the applicant gets the documents, funds or timing wrong. The process is no longer something students can treat casually. Admission is important, but it is not enough. Applicants must show that their school is licensed, their course is genuine, their money is available, their documents are…

Last updated: May 2026 UK visa for Nigerians is a common concern for people planning to travel to the United Kingdom. Whether the trip is for tourism, study, work, family, business, medical care or a conference, applicants must choose the right visa before making firm plans. GOV.UK  says the correct visa depends on the applicant’s nationality, reason for travel, length of stay and personal circumstances. That is why Nigerians are advised to check the right visa route before applying. This matters because many applicants lose money and time by choosing the wrong visa, submitting weak documents or relying only on…

Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso’s move to the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has added a new twist to Nigeria’s opposition politics ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate and former Governor of Anambra State, left the ADC after complaining about endless court cases, suspicion, division within the party and alleged external interference. Read more breaking stories from our latest nigeria news Not long after, he joined the NDC alongside Kwankwaso, a former Governor of Kano State, former Minister of Defence and 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party, NNPP. Their move has…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Mr Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as the new Minister of Power, following the resignation of former minister, Adebayo Adelabu. The nomination has been sent to the Senate for screening and confirmation in line with the provisions of the Constitution. Read more breaking stories from our latest nigeria news Tegbe, who is from Oyo State, is expected to take over one of the most sensitive ministries in the country if confirmed by the Senate. The Ministry of Power remains central to the Federal Government’s economic reform plans, as Nigerians continue to demand better electricity supply, improved…

The All Progressives Congress  (APC) has released a revised timetable and schedule of activities ahead of the 2027 general elections. Read more APC New on New Daily Prime The party said the updated schedule was approved to guide aspirants, party members and other stakeholders as preparations begin for the next election cycle. In a press statement, the APC said the revised timetable was signed by its National Organising Secretary, Sulaiman Muhammad Argungu. The party explained that the new schedule contains changes to key political activities, including the screening of aspirants, appeals and primary elections. Read related news: Ekiti governorship poll…