Author: New Daily Prime

Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has declared his intention to run for re-election in the 2027 general elections. The announcement was made on Sunday during his Eid-el-Fitr message at his residence in Kaduna. Sani stated that his decision to contest would depend on the political climate and the conditions at the time. “Any politician contesting an election depends on the political equation that determines the position to vie for. If the conditions are right and the equations are favorable, I will offer myself to contest specifically for the Kaduna Central senatorial district,” he said. However, Sani emphasised that his…

The Nigerian electricity sector experienced a slowdown in the fourth quarter of 2024, with the electricity production index falling by 1.64% year-on-year, according to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria. This marks a notable reversal from the 5.55% growth recorded in the third quarter (Q3 2024). Despite the decline in production, electricity generation showed a slight improvement. The average estimated generation rose by 2.34%, increasing to 4,206.50 megawatts per hour (MW/h) in Q4 2024, up from 4,110.47 MW/h in Q3 2024. Likewise, electricity consumption saw a modest rise, climbing by 2.63% to 4,105.66 MW/h, compared to 4,000.24 MW/h in…

The Osun State Government has issued a strong warning to traditional rulers in the communities of Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin-Osun, threatening dethronement if communal clashes continue to erupt within their domains. Governor Ademola Adeleke delivered the cautionary message on Monday, following reports of renewed tensions in these historically conflict-prone areas. In a statement signed by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, the governor condemned any attempts to exploit the recent relaxation of the curfew to incite further violence. He emphasised that the state government would take decisive action against any traditional ruler or community leader involved in fomenting unrest. “I have received…

Rashidi Ladoja, the former governor of Oyo State and the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, has expressed his support for the declaration of emergency rule in Rivers State, stating that the move has led to relative peace in the state. In a statement made on Sunday, March 30, Ladoja referred to the emergency rule as a welcome development that has helped to ease the tension between the political leaders in Rivers. The declaration came after months of escalating conflict between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Rivers State House of Assembly, which was loyal to former governor Nyesom Wike. NewDailyPrime reported that…

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, has stressed the importance of mutual love and understanding between political leaders and Nigerians as a vital step toward advancing the nation. In his message to Muslims celebrating Eid-el-Fitr, the revered monarch called for renewed commitment to both the Creator and to the welfare of mankind. The royal statement, issued by the Alaafin’s Director of Media and Publicity, Bode Durojaiye, in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, encouraged Nigerians to reflect on the gift of life and to embrace values such as tolerance and contentment. Oba Owoade highlighted that true devotion to Allah is…

Itatiaia, RJ – Raphael Bruno, a multi-talented writer and actor hailing from Itatiaia, Rio de Janeiro, has added yet another title to his growing literary portfolio with the release of his latest digital book. A resident of the exclusive neighborhood of Penedo, Bruno has authored an impressive 124 literary works, many of which have been sold both in Brazil and internationally. The author’s latest digital creation, released in January 2025, is titled “The Hero of Dreams.” The story introduces readers to a fearsome yet emotionally complex superhero known as Super-Ball, a young boy named Bolinha who, after experiencing bullying at…

The National Judicial Council (NJC) has expressed strong reservations regarding a recent proposal by the House of Representatives to empower the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) with the authority to sanction and remove corrupt judges. The bill, which seeks to amend the 1999 Constitution, was passed by the House of Representatives on March 25, 2025. The bill proposes that the NBA should receive petitions against judges accused of corruption, review the defence presented by the judges in question, and take subsequent action based on the findings. The proposal aims to provide an additional layer of accountability within the judiciary, enabling the…

By Alade Adisa Professor Lateef Babatunde Ayeleru, a renowned scholar of French and former Director-General/CEO of the Nigeria French Language Village (NFLV), recently concluded his five-year tenure at the inter-university centre based in Ajara, Badagry. In this exclusive interview with New Daily Prime, he reflects on the achievements, challenges, and the untapped potential of the French language in Nigeria. Has the vision for setting up the Nigeria French Language Village been achieved? To the glory of God, we can say to a large extent it has been achieved, but it can be better in the sense that it came as…

The immunity clause, as enshrined in Section 308 of the Nigerian Constitution, has been a subject of intense debate among legal scholars, politicians, and the general public. This provision grants immunity to certain public officials, including the President, Vice President, Governors, and Deputy Governors, protecting them from both civil and criminal proceedings while in office. The immunity clause was initially intended to protect public officials from frivolous lawsuits and allow them to focus on governance without unnecessary distractions. However, over time, this provision has been criticized for creating a culture of impunity, where public officials feel they are above the…

By Connor Stringer On Friday, the Canadian prime minister and former governor of the Bank of England was forced to deny allegations he copied 10 passages of text for his 1995 doctorate. The allegations are a blow to his election campaign. He faces a knife-edge vote on April 28 after calling a snap election against the backdrop of an aggressive trade war with Donald Trump. Passages of his thesis from his doctorate in economics from Nuffield College were published appearing to show verbatim quotes, paragraphs or lightly amended excerpts from previous works without proper attribution. Geoffrey Sigalet, from the University of British…