Author: New Daily Prime

Victor Osimhen scored twice as Galatasaray handed Tottenham Hotspur their first defeat of the Europa League season, securing a 3-2 victory in Istanbul on Thursday that propelled the Turkish champions to the top of Group D. Osimhen’s brace, combined with an early stunner from Yunus Akgun, helped Galatasaray extend their perfect record in the competition to four matches, leaving them with 10 points and all but guaranteeing their qualification for the knockout stage. In contrast, Spurs dropped to fifth place after losing their 100% record in the group. The match kicked off in explosive fashion, with Galatasaray taking the lead…

Outgoing Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has expressed his readiness to voluntarily submit himself to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) if the anti-graft agency requires his attention following his eight years in office. The governor made the declaration while speaking to reporters in Abuja on the sidelines of the EdoBEST National Results-Sharing Session, an event aimed at showcasing his administration’s achievements, particularly in the education sector. Obaseki, who has faced political opposition and scrutiny throughout his tenure, said that he is not fearful of any investigations into his administration’s activities, asserting that he has nothing to hide. …

The election of Donald Trump to a second term has unleashed a wave of anxiety and fear among undocumented immigrants across the United States. For individuals like Angel Palazuelos, the prospect of Trump’s return to the White House has become a daily source of dread. Palazuelos, a 22-year-old graduate student in biomedical engineering living in Phoenix, Arizona, is haunted by Trump’s past promises of mass deportations. A Mexican national who was brought to the U.S. at the age of four, Palazuelos is one of the country’s so-called “Dreamers”—undocumented immigrants who arrived as children and have spent much of their lives…

The legendary actor Shahrukh Khan has reportedly received a death threat, prompting a swift response from the Mumbai Police. The intimidating threat, which was conveyed through a phone call, has been traced back to Raipur, the capital of the Indian state of Chhattisgarh. This alarming incident underscores the increasingly precarious environment in which high-profile celebrities operate, raising questions regarding their safety amidst mounting tensions within the entertainment industry. Mumbai Police have taken immediate action by registering a case against the individual behind the threat. Authorities have identified the suspect as Faizan, a resident of Raipur. In a coordinated effort with…

After spending 11-day in a kidnapping den, the abducted bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Auchi, Fr. Thomas Oyode, regained freedoms from the hands of his captive. The Punch reported that the clergyman was freed from his adductors approximately 7:00 pm on Wednesday, 6 November 2024, in a village near Ajaokuta, Kogi State. The Director of Communications for the Diocese, Rev. Fr. Peter Egielewa, noted in a document shared. However, The New Daily Prime learnt that the incident occurred when the priests and seminarians were observing their evening prayers and Benediction. The notice read partly, “The Bishop of the Catholic…

To reduce the mortality rate among expecting mothers and unborn children during childbirth, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, has declared that cesarean sections for women will come with no charges. This development came shortly after the launch of the Maternal Mortality Reduction Initiative (MAMII) on the second day of the 3-day Health Sector Joint Annual Review (JAR), which commenced on November 6. The health ministry described the gathering as its first-ever event among stakeholders, held between the government, development partners, civil society, and the private sector. The Coordinating Minister of Health noted that “No…

The Take It Back Movement (TIB), a prominent organization dedicated to human rights advocacy, has publicly denounced the actions of the Sokoto State government under the leadership of Governor Ahmad Aliyu. The TIB’s condemnation comes in response to what they describe as oppressive tactics employed by the state to suppress dissent and stifle freedom of expression within its borders. The controversy centres around the recent arrest and covert arraignment of Hamdiya Sidi, a resident who has gained notoriety for her outspoken criticism of Governor Aliyu on various social media platforms. According to reports, the state government claims that her comments…

A businessman, Ali Bukar Jidda, has been sentenced to six months in prison by the Borno State High Court with an option to pay a fine after being found guilty of a N1.1 million fraud. Justice Aisha Kumaliya presided over the case on Tuesday, where Jidda was convicted following his arraignment by the Maiduguri Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on a single charge of misappropriation involving N1,126,000. The charge stated: “That you, Ali Bukar Jidda, sometime in June 2020 at Maiduguri, Borno State, within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, having dominion over the sum…

Following the recent U.S. presidential election, former President Barack Obama has publicly congratulated his Republican successor, Donald Trump, on his electoral triumph. While acknowledging the profound differences between their political ideologies, Obama’s statement emphasizes the importance of democracy and the peaceful transition of power. “This outcome is not what we had hoped for, given our significant disagreements with the Republican ticket on a multitude of pressing issues,” Obama mentioned in a joint statement shared with his wife, former First Lady Michelle Obama. The sentiment resonated with many who may have anticipated a different direction for the country following the election.…

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has directed all officers and personnel of the Nigeria Police Force to wear black bands for a seven-day mourning period following the passing of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja.  This gesture is to pay tribute to the late general’s outstanding service and leadership in the fight against insurgency and violent crimes in Nigeria. The directive was issued in a statement released by the Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, on Thursday, November 7, 2024. According to the statement, the IGP emphasised that the black bands are a mark of…