Author: New Daily Prime

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has called on Northern politicians with presidential ambitions in 2027 to wait until 2031, when President Bola Tinubu is expected to complete his second term. Akume made the remarks during an appearance on Television Continental’s Politics on Sunday, December 8 programme, hosted by Femi Akande. The SGF emphasised that those eyeing the presidency in the upcoming election should respect the constitutional mandate of President Tinubu, asserting that his second term should be allowed to run its course. He stated, “President Tinubu, as a Southerner, should be allowed to…

The National Bureau of Statistics says Nigeria recorded a trade surplus of N5.81 trillion in the third quarter (Q3) of 2024. The surplus, which signposts increased export earnings, is less than the N6.95 trillion trade surplus recorded in the previous quarter (Q2) of 2024. According to the NBS’s foreign trade statistics released on Friday, December 6, Nigeria’s merchandise trade for the Q3 2024 saw a total value of N35.16 trillion, an 81.35 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2023 and a 13.26 per cent rise from Q2 2024. The report also stated that total exports for the…

A cherry news has come for the Nigerian Armed Forces as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has okayed a salary increment its personnel. Minister of State for Defence ,Bello Matawalle, disclosed this yesterday in a statement by the ministry’s spokesperson, Henshaw Ogubike The government also approved the payment of three months’ salary arrears. Also ,the President has released funds to clear outstanding pensions and entitlements owed to retired military personnel. The minister confirmed that alerts for the three-month salary increase have begun reaching military personnel, signalling a significant morale boost for the armed forces. He commended Tinubu’s untiring commitment to both…

Apparently to ensure respect for law and order in the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP),a member representing Ideato North/Ideato South Federal Constituency of Imo State and Spokesman of the Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP), Hon. Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere has been expelled from the party with immediate effect.He is accused of gross indiscipline, insubordination and anti-party activities. The expulsion was conveyed in a letter by the Ideato LGA chapter of the party dated December 5, 2024, and signed by the LGA Chairman, Hon. ThankGod Okeke and the Secretary, Onyebuchi Umeh which they addressed to the State Chairman. The expulsion followed the report…

Nigerian pastor Tobi Adegboyega, founder of the Salvation Proclaimers Anointed Church (SPAC Nation), has defended his extravagant lifestyle, claiming that it is part of his mission to inspire young people. This statement comes after a UK court ruling which ordered his deportation over an expired visa. Adegboyega, who arrived in the UK in 2005 on a visitor’s visa, has faced legal challenges regarding his immigration status. The UK’s immigration upper tribunal ruled that he should be deported after he overstayed his visa and unsuccessfully sought to remain in the country on human rights grounds. During the court proceedings, Adegboyega addressed…

Kensington Palace has announced that the Prince of Wales will attend the official reopening of Notre-Dame cathedral in Paris on Saturday, alongside US president-elect Donald Trump. The prince, who accepted an invitation from French President Emmanuel Macron, will mark the ceremonial event five years after the historic cathedral was severely damaged by fire. Prince William, 42, will join Mr Trump, other world leaders, and over 1,500 guests for a service led by Laurent Ulrich, the Catholic Archbishop of Paris. The prince’s attendance, arranged at the request of the UK Government, follows the last-minute confirmation of Mr Trump’s travel plans. The…

The days of France’s dominance in its former African colonies appear to be clearly over, as Paris is increasingly rejected in the region.In a matter of months, an anti-French wave in West and Central Africa has seen France’s once-trusted economic and military allies turn their backs against it. The latest are Senegal and Chad, who tore up security partnerships with Paris last week.The bitterness with France has also been publicly demonstrated in scenes across major cities in the region, where crowds of protesters have waved banners emblazoned with the now-familiar rallying call of “France dégage” (France get out).In Niger, days…

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido has stressed the vital importance of strong, visionary leadership in propelling Nigeria and Africa to new heights. In an interview with Elevate Africa published on Thursday, December 6, via YouTube, the internationally acclaimed artist shared his thoughts on Nigeria’s potential for growth, focusing on the need for the right leaders to unlock the nation’s true capabilities. “We can’t go forward without…we need the best leaders now first, that’s the most important thing,” Davido remarked, underscoring his belief that effective leadership is essential to overcoming Nigeria’s challenges. While acknowledging the remarkable resilience and adaptability of Nigerians, Davido…

The Federal Government has commenced the payment of pensions and other entitlements to retired military personnel, including three months’ arrears. This announcement was made by the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, in a statement issued on Thursday, December 6, in Abuja by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Ministry of Defence, Henshaw Ogubike. The move follows protests from retired military personnel, who had gathered at the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja earlier that day to express their frustration over the non-payment of their entitlements. The retirees had been particularly vocal about the government’s failure to fulfil…

The Nigerian Navy, members of the National Assembly, and a coalition of civil society organisations have strongly opposed the proposed bill seeking to establish the Nigerian Coast Guard. The bill, which has raised concerns over its potential redundancy and security risks, was sponsored by Senator Wasiu Eshilokun (APC-Lagos) and aims to create a military branch under the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy. The Senate Committee on Marine Transport had initially scheduled a public hearing on November 7, but the session was postponed following the passing of the Chief of Army Staff, General Taoreed Lagbaja. The rescheduled hearing took place…