Author: New Daily Prime

Citizens with local passports have more difficulty moving across the continent than European and American visitors The Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote and I don’t have much in common. While he oversees a sprawling empire worth billions of dollars, I spend my days here writing about business and wondering which countries will next fall prey to the whims of disgruntled putschists. But we’re both African citizens who share a common bugbear: the maddening and often infuriating process of travelling across the continent with a domestic passport. “As an investor, as someone who wants to make Africa great, I have to apply…

By Mena David The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has commended police officers who serve with integrity and commitment, emphasizing that such officers retire with pride, fulfillment, and a legacy of honor. He made these remarks on December 31, 2024, at the Police College in Ikeja, Lagos, during the pull-out ceremony for Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Abiodun Alabi and Assistant Inspectors General of Police (AIGs) Ayodeji Ogundele and Olanrewaju Olaosebikan. Egbetokun praised the retiring officers for their dedication, professionalism, and resilience. “Their integrity, professionalism, and passion for the Nigeria Police have been the cornerstone of their…

Lasu professor calls for professionalism in appointing Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Minister. He urged the government to prioritize career diplomats over politically driven choices, warning against “paternalism” that undermines foreign policy. A History Professor at Lagos State University (LASU), James Falode, has called on the Federal Government to prioritize professionalism and competence in appointing individuals to the position of Minister of Foreign Affairs. Professor Falode stressed the importance of selecting seasoned career diplomats for this critical role, urging the government to move away from political favoritism in its decision-making process. Speaking on the significance of foreign policy, Professor Falode described it…

By Alade Adesina A Nigerian medical doctor based abroad, identified simply as Tony by a post on Facebook, has allegedly died after he took a drink allegedly laced with poison by one of his kinsmen. The incident reportedly happened in his village, Nenu, in Obingwa Local Government Area of Abia State on Boxing Day. One of the deceased’s friends, Prince Agbara, who said this in a Facebook post, said the alleged culprit fled the village with his family after the doctor died. “This is disheartening. Somebody that was alive and healthy on the 25th, poisoned on the 26th through drink…

By Alade Adisa Two professors, Oseni Taiwo Afisi of the Department of Philosophy, Faculty of Arts; and Maruf Suraqat Animashaun of the Department of Foreign Languages, also of the Faculty of Arts are vying for the position of the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academics of the Lagos State University, LASU, Ojo. The Senate of the university, at its Special Meeting held virtually on Monday, 16th December, 2024, considered the presentation of candidates for election to the position by the Vice-Chancellor. Senate had at its 316th Statutory Meeting held on Thursday, 28th November, 2024, approved the schedule of activities for election to…

By Michael Damilola Nyesom Wike, the current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and former Governor of Rivers State, remains a towering figure in Nigeria’s political sphere. Renowned for his outspoken demeanor, decisive actions, and focus on infrastructure development, Wike has consistently commanded attention and sparked debates across the nation. Since assuming office as FCT Minister, Wike has initiated bold reforms, including the revocation of undeveloped plots owned by prominent Nigerians, such as Labour Party’s Peter Obi. His tenure has also been marked by high-profile demolitions of illegally constructed properties in Abuja—actions that have courted controversy, especially in the…

The Nigerian Navy has announced plans to deploy armed fighter drones to further enhance its fight against illegal oil bunkering and pipeline vandalism in the Niger Delta region. This was revealed by the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla, during the flag-off ceremony of Operation Delta Sanity 2 at the Nigerian Navy Ship Pathfinder Jetty in Port Harcourt on Monday. Vice Admiral Ogalla explained that the initiative was part of a broader strategy aimed at strengthening the fight against oil theft, pipeline vandalism, and other criminal activities in the region. He highlighted that the deployment of these drones…

The acting Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Edo State chapter, Bernard Joman, has praised Governor Monday Okpebholo for his commitment to workers’ welfare, highlighting the payment of the 13th-month salary to public servants in the state as a demonstration of his worker-friendly leadership. Joman noted that the 13th-month salary was paid voluntarily by the governor, without any prompting from the NLC, which he described as a significant act of goodwill. He urged workers to show appreciation by increasing their dedication to their duties. “What the governor has done shows that he is truly worker-friendly,” Joman said, expressing confidence…

World leaders, including President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria, former President Olusegun Obasanjo, and others, have paid heartfelt tributes to former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 100. President Tinubu expressed deep admiration for Carter, hailing him as a “beacon of humanity” whose life post-presidency exemplified leadership and unwavering service to global causes. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu praised Carter’s legacy in peacebuilding, disease eradication, and the promotion of democracy. “President Carter showed us all how to remain relevant and impactful after leaving office,”…

A political group, the Rivers Restoration Movement (RRM), has issued a stern warning to former Rivers State Governor, Dr. Peter Odili, regarding his recent media remarks about the immediate-past governor, Nyesom Wike, now Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The controversy began when Odili, who served as governor of Rivers State from 1999 to 2007, praised the incumbent Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, for preventing Rivers from becoming “Wike’s private estate.” The comment was made during a Christmas event organized by Odili and his family in honor of Governor Fubara. In response, Wike sharply criticized Odili, claiming that he had “brought…