Author: Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi

UK immigration,UK Border

A Ghanaian woman who has lived in the United Kingdom illegally since 2000 has been granted the legal right to stay permanently, after a British immigration tribunal ruled that deporting her would violate her human rights and leave her destitute in a country she no longer recognizes. Joyce Baidoo, 57, was initially ordered to be deported in 2007 after serving a 10-month prison sentence for fraud, which included the use of false identity documents. But for nearly two decades, she remained in the UK, evading removal and ultimately challenging her deportation in a case that has now drawn scrutiny over…

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formal CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele

Once hailed as one of Nigeria’s most influential economic technocrats, Godwin Ifeanyi Emefiele, the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), now finds himself at the centre of multiple corruption cases, with fresh charges filed against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Emefiele, who was born on August 4, 1961, in Lagos and hails from Agbor, Delta State, rose from humble beginnings through academic excellence and a stellar private-sector career before being appointed CBN Governor in 2014. However, his legacy is now at stake as prosecutors accuse him of stealing, money laundering, forgery, and criminal…

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Abeokuta, Nigeria – In a ground breaking environmental investigation led by Professor O.O. Olujimi, one of Nigeria’s foremost environmental toxicologists, researchers have exposed the widespread contamination of groundwater by hazardous chemicals leaching from dumpsites across southwestern Nigeria. The former Staff of the Department of Environmental Management and Toxicology, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta and who currently work as Cultural, Natural and Environmental Programme Manager at the United States of America Air Force, United Kingdom a scholar of over 20 years teaching and researching experience reported from his recent study. The study’s primary focus—Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) and Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)—reveals…

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Boris Johnson, former British prime minister

Boris Johnson’s rumored return to politics has taken a major blow, as a new poll shows Nigel Farage pulling far ahead of him in key Red Wall seats. The survey, conducted by Merlin Strategy and shared with GB News, shows Farage leading Johnson by 15 points among voters in these former Labour strongholds. The poll reveals that just 12% of Red Wall voters would pick Johnson as their top choice, compared to 27% for Farage, leader of Reform UK. While Johnson does outperform current Tory leader Kemi Badenoch (8%), he remains far behind in terms of support. In terms of…

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Trump

President Donald Trump’s approval rating has surged to new heights, with fresh polling data indicating a majority of Americans believe the country is now on the right track. This boost in public confidence follows a string of recent policy victories and legislative momentum from the Trump administration. A new poll released Tuesday, primarily based on data from Rasmussen Reports and reported by Fox News, shows that 50% of likely voters approve of President Trump’s job performance. This marks a significant milestone in his second term, signaling a renewed sense of national optimism. Further strengthening this trend, a poll conducted by…

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Ukraine-Australia

Ukraine’s Ambassador to Australia, Vasyl Myroshnychenko, has issued a powerful warning to the international community, cautioning that the future of global democracy hangs in the balance as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine grinds into its fourth year. Speaking at the National Press Club during a University of Canberra event, Ambassador Myroshnychenko described the war in Ukraine not just as a regional conflict, but a global test of democratic resilience. “The reason we’re asking for support is because if we fall, you all will crumble,” he said. “Let me tell you, Australia: this war is next door. It’s so close you cannot…

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SDP

The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), led by Chief Wole Adesina, has issued a stern warning against what it describes as two unfolding threats to the party’s integrity and national unity. In a strongly worded statement released on Monday, the faction’s National Publicity Secretary, Alfa Mohammed, criticised a growing coalition of aggrieved politicians allegedly seeking to unseat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu without presenting any concrete alternative plan for Nigeria’s development. Mohammed said, “The influx of some aggrieved politicians in a desperate coalition to ‘send President Bola Ahmed Tinubu back to Lagos’ without showcasing any clear-cut…

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Garri

For millions of Nigerians, few foods are as familiar—or as controversial—as garri, the starchy, grainy flour derived from cassava tubers. Affordable, versatile, and easy to store, garri is a cornerstone of West African cuisine. But with its popularity comes speculation: Is garri truly healthy? Or does overconsumption come at a hidden cost—perhaps even affecting eyesight? In this exclusive New Daily Prime report, we explore both the nutritional benefits and health concerns of garri, based on expert interviews, cultural insight, and scientific context. What is Garri? Garri is a fermented, grated, and fried flour made from cassava root. Its appeal lies…

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Ganduje, Formal Kano State Governor

Abuja, Nigeria — National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Governor of Kano State, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has asserted that Nigeria’s future hinges on the strength, stability, and progressive ideals of the ruling party. Speaking during the APC National Summit held Thursday at the Presidential Villa’s Banquet Hall in Abuja, Ganduje reaffirmed the party’s commitment to national unity, grassroots engagement, and sustainable governance. Delivering a keynote speech at the summit themed “The Journey So Far”, Ganduje stated that the APC must remain more than a political vehicle—it must serve as a transformative movement with deep roots…

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NEPA

In Nigeria, few phrases are more universally understood—or more frustrating—than “NEPA has taken the light.” Despite decades of reform, billions in investment, and a complete restructuring of the power sector, blackouts remain a daily reality for millions. Whether it’s during a thunderstorm, in the middle of a business day, or just as dinner is being prepared, the national grid’s failure is as predictable as it is disruptive. It is more than a joke, “NEPA” has become a symbol of Nigeria’s enduring electricity crisis—a crisis that has outlived multiple governments, resisted policy shifts, and grown worse for many, even in 2025.…

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