Author: New Daily Prime

To improve the welfare of its workers, the Akwa Ibom State Government has announced N80,000 as the new minimum wage. In a document made available to journalists on Wednesday, Governor Umo Eno said that for effective policy implementation, the government has established an implementation committee. He added that the committee is expected to deliver its report within one month. “To ensure a smooth rollout of this policy, the governor has also constituted an implementation committee, which has been given one month to submit its report on how the wage increase will be executed,” Hon. Ini Ememobong stated in the signed…

The Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Blessing David-Agwa before Justice Mohammed Umar at the Federal High Court in Independence Layout. According to an EFCC statement on Wednesday via X, David-Agwa alleged to be a fake fertility nurse, faces 45-count charges bordering on fraudulent impersonation, forgery, and obtaining by false pretence involving N28,278,600.00. The first charge read against David-Agwa states: “That you, Blessing Amaka David-Agwa, sometime in 2024 in Enugu, within the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court of Nigeria, with intent to defraud, did obtain the total sum of N1,600,000.00 from one…

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has provided the Medium Security Custodial Centre (MSCC) in Gusau with some essential materials to improve the lives of inmates. In a statement released on Wednesday, the Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) of the Zamfara State Command, Mustapha Abubakar, stated that the items were distributed on Monday, October 21. Representing the state governor, Sheik Maikwano, Chief Imam of Sahaba Juma’at Mosque, distributed the relief items to the MSCC. While presenting the materials to the correctional centre, Maikwano stated that the donation aims to bring comfort to the inmates while they serve their jail terms.…

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has handed over donated items to the Jigawa State Government for the victims of the Majia Town tanker explosion in Taura LGA, Jigawa State. The government agency stated that the donated items were intended to provide relief assistance to the affected individuals. This development was shared through the government agency’s X handle on Wednesday. The Head of NEMA’s Kano Territorial Office (KTO), representing the Director-General of NEMA, officially handed over the relief items to Governor Umar Namadi. On behalf of Governor Namadi, the Commissioner of Budget and Planning, Babangida Gantsa, received the donated items.…

Nigerian Afrobeat artist Femi Kuti has spoken out about the mass emigration tendency, also known as the japa trend, and has challenged Nigerian youth to strive for a better country. Speaking at the 2024 Felebration festival, Kuti stated that he has no plans to relocate to another nation because even those countries had to battle for their freedom. He addressed the popular trend among Nigerians considering emigration, often referred to as “japa.” The saxophonist then contrasted Nigeria’s situation with the historical struggles faced by countries like Europe and the United States. He pointed out that these nations didn’t simply escape…

Eating a nutritious diet is fundamental to overall health and well-being. A good diet not only supports physical health but also plays a crucial role in preventing chronic diseases (like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer) and promoting longevity. Remember that health is wealth. Keeping fit is personal business and should be taken seriously. Statistic shows that 86,000 of children being among the vulnerable die yearly after suffering from zinc deficiency due to lack of access to healthy food. Here are nine key aspects to consider when it comes to maintaining a healthy diet: 1. Balanced Nutrition A balanced diet provides…

Erectile dysfunction (ED), commonly referred to as weak erection or impotence, is a prevalent condition that affects men of different ages and can stem from a wide range of causes. Understanding this issue is vital not only for those experiencing it but also for their partners and healthcare providers. According to a report, in 2000 about 57.4% of men in Nigeria are affected by weak erection. Performance anxiety is a common issue in younger men who fear they won’t be able to perform well in bed. Below are seven key things you need to know about weak erection: 1. Causes…

Controversial Nigerian social media personality and transgender woman, Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju, known as Bobrisky, spent Monday night in a cell at the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex in Alagbon, Lagos State. This follows his apprehension by immigration officials at the Sème border while attempting to flee the country. The New Daily Prime reported that Bobrisky was arrested at the Nigerian-Benin Republic border when attempting to escape from the country. He gave his passport to someone to stamp, and immigration officials recognized the name, interrogated him, and later detained him. Bobrisky was subsequently transferred to the FCID in Lagos for…

The governor said on Monday, via the State Government Facebook post, that the road construction aims to strengthen food security within the state. The flag-off ceremony for the 209.77km road project took place in Ilorin. The various road constructions will connect sixteen local governments in Kwara State. Rafiu Ajakaye, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, said the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP) will oversee the project and recalled its previous deals. The governor highlighted the importance and benefits of the road project, stating that the roads mark the fruit of huge investment and strategic planning, which will…