Author: New Daily Prime

Nigeria has recovered over $5 billion in illicitly acquired assets over the past 25 years, according to a new report from the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC). The report, launched on Tuesday in Abuja, highlights the country’s ongoing efforts to combat corruption and recover stolen assets that were illicitly moved abroad. CISLAC’s Executive Director, Auwal Rafsanjani, presented the findings during the official launch of the 2024 Common African Position on Asset Recovery (CARPA) Implementation Report. The event was attended by various stakeholders, including government officials, civil society groups, and international partners focused on tackling corruption and illicit financial flows…

The Federal Government has paid tribute to the late Abibat Mogaji, mother of President Bola Tinubu, by naming the ICT block at the Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development (MBNCWD) in Abuja after her. The ceremony, held on Tuesday, was attended by dignitaries and key figures in the women’s empowerment sector. Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, who officiated at the unveiling, described Mogaji as a “resilient matriarch” and a tireless advocate for women’s empowerment. In her address, Sulaiman-Ibrahim emphasised the late Mogaji’s significant contributions to gender inclusion and the upliftment of women in Nigeria. “She served as…

Omoyele Sowore, the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) in the 2023 elections, has shared a fascinating account of his encounter with the late Chief MKO Abiola, the acclaimed winner of Nigeria’s annulled 1993 presidential election. Sowore, in an appearance on the Honest Bunch podcast, revealed how, at the age of 21, he turned down a generous offer of N800,000 from Abiola during a pivotal moment in Nigerian history. The encounter, which took place in 1993, occurred shortly after General Ibrahim Babangida annulled the June 12 election. At the time, Sowore was the leader of the University of…

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic truck accident that occurred in the Aiyetoro area of Epe, Lagos State, on Monday, November 11, which claimed the lives of at least three people and left several others injured. In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, November 12, Governor Sanwo-Olu extended his condolences to the families of the victims, describing the incident as heartbreaking. “I wish to extend my heartfelt condolences in light of the tragic traffic accident that occurred in the Aiyetoro area of Epe, Lagos State, yesterday, Monday, 11 November 2024,” Sanwo-Olu…

The Federal Government has announced significant progress in Nigeria’s export sector, with trade policies and facilitation programmes leading to a surge in the country’s trade balance. According to government officials, Nigeria’s trade surplus reached N6.5 trillion in the second quarter of 2024, driven by strong export performance. Vice President Kashim Shettima, speaking at the 3rd National Conference on Non-Oil Exports in Abuja on Tuesday, November 12, revealed that exports now make up 60.89% of Nigeria’s total trade, amounting to N19.42 trillion. This marks a slight increase of 1.31% from the first quarter of 2024, and a remarkable 201.76% growth compared…

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has withdrawn from the Norway squad for upcoming Nations League fixtures against Slovenia and Kazakhstan. Despite making his first start since August in a 1-1 draw against Chelsea on Sunday, Odegaard has decided to return to London to continue his rehabilitation. Odegaard flew to Oslo to join the Norway squad but ultimately concluded, after discussions with the medical staff, that his condition was not sufficient to participate in the matches. The 25-year-old midfielder admitted that after nine weeks without playing football, it was natural not to be at 100%. He emphasized the importance of listening to…

Ecuadorian international footballer Marco Angulo has tragically passed away at the age of 22, succumbing to injuries sustained in a car crash a month prior. The Liga de Quito midfielder, who was on loan from FC Cincinnati, was involved in a serious accident on October 7th on the Ruminahui highway in southeastern Quito. Angulo was traveling with four other individuals when their vehicle collided with a 50-tonne metal structure. Following the accident, Angulo underwent a decompressive craniectomy to alleviate pressure caused by internal bleeding in his head. He also suffered a pulmonary contusion, necessitating the insertion of a chest tube.…

A Turkish court has sentenced former Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca to 43 months in prison for punching referee Umut Meler following a Turkish Super Lig match in December 2023. Koca was found guilty of intentionally causing injury, threatening the referee, and violating Turkey’s law on preventing violence in sports. The incident occurred after a 1-1 draw between Ankaragucu and Rizespor on December 11, 2023. Koca, accompanied by several others, stormed onto the pitch and physically assaulted Meler, resulting in a fractured eye socket for the referee. Three other individuals involved in the assault were also given prison sentences ranging from…

Putin deploys 50,000 Russian and North Korean troops to recapture Kursk before Trump’s inauguration, intensifying the Ukraine conflict as Western allies brace for potential escalations. Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly deployed a force of over 50,000 Russian and North Korean troops in an ambitious offensive to seize control of the Kursk region from Ukraine before U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s January inauguration. Western defense officials and Ukrainian military sources warn this could mark a critical escalation in the war as winter sets in, with intensified Russian attacks aimed at shifting power dynamics in anticipated peace negotiations. The operation, which involves…

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has confirmed that the club has requested Lamine Yamal be released from the Spain national team due to injury. The 17-year-old winger suffered a “severe contusion” during Barcelona’s 5-2 Champions League victory over Red Star Belgrade. Yamal missed Barcelona’s 1-0 La Liga loss to Real Sociedad on Sunday. He was replaced by Fermin Lopez, who unsuccessfully filled in on the right wing. Barcelona ultimately lost the game 1-0, their second league defeat of the season. The Blaugranas also notably failed to register a goal for the first time this season. Yamal has been called up to…