Author: New Daily Prime

Kabiru Turaki

Ismaeel Aleem The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Kabiru Turaki, has announced the indefinite postponement of a scheduled National Working Committee (NWC) meeting following Tuesday’s violent clash at the party’s national secretariat in Abuja. Addressing journalists shortly after chaos erupted between factions loyal to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and Seyi Makinde and Bala Mohammed, Turaki described the incident as the handiwork of “enemies of progress and democracy.” “However, due to some incidents that occurred today orchestrated by those people who are enemies of the progress of democracy, we have decided that this meeting be postponed till tomorrow,…

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Trump criticises US networks, raises prospect of licence removal

‎Boluwatife Kehinde ‎ ‎President Donald Trump has unveiled a special fast-track visa program for fans attending the 2026 World Cup. ‎ ‎As one of the tournament’s host nations, the United States has promised a smooth experience for visitors, despite concerns that Trump’s strict immigration policies could affect international fans. ‎ ‎“For anyone planning to join us for the World Cup, I highly recommend applying immediately,” Trump said while announcing the initiative in the Oval Office alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino. ‎ ‎Since Trump’s return to the White House in January, Infantino has frequently appeared with him, describing the so-called “FIFA…

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Esther Okoronkwo

Boluwatife Kehinde ‎ ‎Esther Okoronkwo has emphasized that her focus remains firmly on the pitch after being omitted from the final top three shortlist for the CAF Women’s Player of the Year Award. ‎ ‎Okoronkwo was originally among the longlist for the African Women’s Player of the Year, alongside Rasheedat Ajibade, Barbra Banda and several other top African players. ‎ ‎The final three nominees for the CAF African Women’s Player of the Year 2025 include Ghizlaine Chebbak (Morocco / Al Hilal),Sanaa Mssoudy (Morocco / AS FAR)and fellow Compatriot Rasheedat Ajibade (Nigeria / Paris Saint-Germain) ‎ ‎Reacting on Instagram after missing…

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Nigerian Minister of Information Mohammed Idris speaking at a press briefing in Abuja.

By Yunusa Umar The Federal Government (FG) has vowed a decisive and coordinated response to the abduction of several female students from Government Girls Secondary School, Maga, in the Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The New Daily Prime earlier reported that bandits stormed the school in the early hours of Monday, kidnapping an unspecified number of students. In a statement issued on Monday, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, said the government was deeply concerned and stood in solidarity with the victims’ families. READ ALSO: FG opens portal for student venture capital grant offering up to…

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu speaking at the Renewed Hope Ambassadors Summit in Abuja on the naira and economy.

Boluwatife Kehinde ‎ ‎Despite the painful defeat that has left the entire Nigerian football community in shock, President Bola Tinubu has applauded the Super Eagles for their determination during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. ‎ ‎In a statement issued on Monday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu praised the team’s resilience in the face of the setback. ‎ ‎“Even with the disappointing result, we must acknowledge the players’ commitment and continue to encourage them,” the President stated. ‎ ‎He called on football authorities to thoroughly re-evaluate their strategies to ensure better outcomes in…

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