Author: New Daily Prime

The Federal Government has launched a series of ministerial press briefings aimed at promoting transparency and accountability within the current administration. During a press conference in Abuja on Tuesday, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, revealed that President Bola Tinubu had directed all ministers to appear periodically before the media to provide updates on their activities and policies. Idris explained that these briefings would serve as a platform for ministers to directly engage with Nigerians, share significant developments within their ministries, and address public concerns. The minister further mentioned that the press briefings would be held weekly,…

Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has addressed ongoing rumours regarding his alleged imminent arrest and torture by the office of the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu. The claims follow a series of heated exchanges between El-Rufai and Ribadu’s camp, triggered by allegations made by Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain Naja’atu Muhammad. In a viral TikTok video, Muhammad accused Ribadu of labelling President Bola Tinubu corrupt during his tenure as Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Ribadu, in response, categorically denied these claims through a letter from his lawyer, Dr. Ahmed Raji (SAN), stating that…

The Rector of Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, Usman Ogbo, has revealed that his administration successfully prevented 107 security threats during the first four years of his tenure. Ogbo made this statement during a press conference on Tuesday, marking the conclusion of his first term and the commencement of his second four-year term as the head of the institution. At the press briefing, Ogbo outlined several key achievements from his first term, which he believes have contributed to the restoration of the Polytechnic’s reputation among higher institutions in Nigeria. He expressed his gratitude to the Chief Servant of the state, His…

Transparency International, a global coalition dedicated to fighting corruption, has ranked Nigeria as the 36th most corrupt country in the world in its 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI). Nigeria shares this position with Uganda, Mexico, Madagascar, Iraq, and Cameroon, all of which scored 26 points on the index. The CPI, released on Tuesday, ranks 180 countries and territories based on their perceived levels of public sector corruption, using a scale from 0 (highly corrupt) to 100 (very clean). According to the ranking, Denmark is the least corrupt country in the world with a score of 90 points, followed by Finland…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has suffered yet another defection in the House of Representatives, with Amos Magaji, the lawmaker representing Jaba/Zango Kataf Federal Constituency in Kaduna State, joining the All Progressives Congress (APC). Magaji’s decision to switch allegiance comes amidst ongoing turmoil within the PDP, which he described as a key factor in his departure. In a letter read by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas during Tuesday’s, February 11, plenary session, Magaji cited the unresolved crises plaguing the party from both the national and state levels as reasons for his move. “The unresolved crises in the PDP, from the national to…

Many feel forced to hide their status through shame or fear of being taken into care When three homeless people died of cold in the ice-gripped US Midwest during last month’s freeze, it captured headlines — in a few local news outlets. But for most Americans, most of the time, the spectacular social failure that is US homelessness remains well below the radar. Even the news that it hit a record high last year was released quietly between Christmas and new year. In a US news cycle dominated by proposals to take over Gaza and annex Canada, this issue can’t…

One in five UK adults now live with diabetes or pre-diabetes, according to “alarming” data that highlights the effects of rising obesity levels, poor diets, and a “broken” food system. Diabetes UK reports that 12.2 million people are affected, including 4.6 million with diagnosed diabetes, 1.3 million with undiagnosed diabetes, and 6.3 million with pre-diabetes, marking the highest total ever recorded. Only a small portion of cases involve type 1 diabetes or other non-lifestyle-related forms. Colette Marshall, the charity’s chief executive, attributes the rising numbers mainly to increasing type 2 diabetes cases. “Obesity isn’t the only risk factor, but its…

The Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, has called on leaders from the South-West region to support the establishment of Sharia panels as a means of fostering peace and promoting religious harmony. In a recent appearance on Inside Sources with Laolu Akande on Channels Television, Oloyede, who also serves as the Secretary-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, addressed growing concerns regarding the idea of Sharia panels in the region. He expressed frustration over the lack of understanding surrounding the issue, noting that Sharia panels have long existed in the South-West. “I…

The Supreme Court in Abuja has dismissed an appeal filed by Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, challenging the leadership of the Rivers State House of Assembly. The court ruled on Monday, ordering the governor to pay a fine of two million naira to the Assembly and the Assembly Speaker, Ikuinyi-Owaji Amaewhule. A five-member panel, led by Justice Uwani Abba-Aji, passed the judgment. The case was withdrawn by Fubara’s lawyer, Yusuf Ali, leading to the dismissal. Details of the case and the court’s reasoning will be made available later. This development comes amidst ongoing political dynamics in Rivers State, which has…

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has stated that no leader can achieve success without stepping on toes. He shared this view during a familiarisation visit by Dr. Dayo Israel, the new Chairman of the Board of Management of Federal Medical Centre, Idi-Aba, Abeokuta, on Sunday, February 9. Obasanjo, who was hosting Dr. Israel, along with the Centre’s Medical Director, Prof. Adewale Musa-Olomu, and members of the Management team, encouraged the new chairman to be prepared for the challenges ahead. He advised him to embrace the necessity of making difficult decisions, even if it meant stepping on some toes. The former president…