Author: New Daily Prime

In a significant effort to combat the rising incidence of malaria, development partners have provided Nigeria with 846,000 doses of anti-malaria vaccines. The announcement was made on Thursday by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, in Abuja. Prof. Pate emphasized that the vaccine would significantly reduce the mortality rate associated with the malaria surge. Reports revealed that the vaccine, RTS,S/AS01 (Mosquirix), has a proven track record of reducing mortality rates, particularly among children. In 2023, Nigeria became the third African country to introduce the vaccine, following Ghana and Kenya. Of the 97 percent of Nigeria’s…

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a silent killer and is considered one of the most critical global health issues of the 21st century. It occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites evolve to resist the drugs designed to eliminate them, making standard treatments ineffective. This phenomenon threatens to reverse decades of medical progress, endangering millions of lives and putting a strain on healthcare systems worldwide. Understanding AMR, its causes, consequences, and how we can combat it is crucial to ensuring a future where common infections remain treatable. What is AMR? Antimicrobial resistance occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites become resistant…

Following the death of a resident in Enugu State, the Commissioner of Police (CP), Kanayo Uzuegbu, has directed the Deputy Commissioner of Police of the State CID to launch a full investigation. The force spokesperson, Daniel Ndukwe, announced this development on Thursday through the security agency’s Facebook page. The security agency disclosed that a resident of Enugu, Smith Odinaka, was shot on October 13, 2024, near the Mercedes-Benz Company along the Enugu/Port Harcourt motorway in Enugu State at around 1 a.m. To ensure that justice is served, CP Uzuegbu reaffirmed that all necessary measures will be taken to identify and…

An agreement is set for PSG manager Luis Enrique to renew his contract with the club. Enrique, who joined the club in 2023, will sign an extension to keep him at the French side until 2027, according to reports from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The former Barcelona manager’s former deal with the French champions was due to expire in 2025, prompting the club executives to negotiate a new deal with the coach who led the team to Trophee des Champions, Coupe de France and Ligue 1 triumphs in his first season in charge.The offer for the renewal was made as…

Controversial crossdresser Idris Okuneye, known as Bobrisky, has urged human rights activist and lawyer Femi Falana, along with his son Falz to hold activist Martin VeryDarkMan’ Otse responsible for the defamatory statement.  In September, VeryDarkMan released audio recordings that suggested Bobrisky claimed he sought Falz’s assistance in persuading his father for a presidential pardon, implying that a payment of N10 million was involved. He also alleged that he requested N3 million from Falz to obtain special treatment at Kirikiri Correctional Centre, among others. Reacting to the accusations, Falana and Falz demanded a public apology within 12 hours, asserting that Bobrisky’s…

Actress Iyabo Ojo was named the best-dressed actress at the premiere of Omoni Oboli’s film “Wives on Strike: The Uprising.” Omoni Oboli announced the winner on her Instagram page, praising Iyabo Ojo for her stunning fashion sense and calling her a “true fashion icon” who brought vibrant style to the premiere. Wanneka, a popular celebrity hair entrepreneur, is offering a whopping one million naira in prize money. Oboli also praised the other celebrities who shown their creativity during the occasion. She celebrated the achievements of Nigerian fashion enthusiasts, particularly highlighting the creativity and effort. “The results are in, Nigerian fashionistas…

Social media personality VeryDarkMan has revealed that music producer Michael Collins Ajereh, often known as Don Jazzy, is the mysterious donor of ₦100 million to his newly founded Non-Governmental Organisation. VeryDarkMan, who declared that the NGO will focus on community development and upgrading public schools, initially expressed concerns in an Instagram video, questioning the hefty deposit and requested an investigation by Zenith Bank. “@zenithbankplc, please investigate my NGO account. I don’t know what is going on, hope I’m not being set up… I AM NOT INTO MONEY LAUNDERING, I DO NOT DO FRAUD (FOR THE RECORD). Nigerians, bear me witness,…

Nollywood actress Chizzy Alichi based in Asaba has addressed the mainstream media’s lack of respect for Asaba filmmakers, citing a lack of funding for excellent production. In a recent interview with Hiptv, Alichi discussed Asaba performers’ lack of recognition in mainstream Nollywood and verified that Asaba filmmakers spend less on film production than their Lagos colleagues. She noted how different regions of Nigeria approach filmmaking, with Lagos prioritizing quality and Asaba focusing on quick output. “The only difference I see here is maybe in the making of the movie. Lagos tends to take their time especially the use of props.…

Play was suspended for 15 minutes three weeks ago during the Madrid derby when Atletico Madrid fans began chanting and throwing objects on the pitch and at Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois. Atletico were subsequently handed a sanction by the RFEF to close the section of the Metropolitano where the incident occurred for three games and pay a €45,000 fine.However, the sanction has been reduced by the Appeals Committee which ruled after an appeal by Atletico. The club will now pay €3000 less in fines and have the partial stadium closure for just one game instead of three. Nevertheless, the…

The World Bank has advised Nigerians against opposing or reversing the ongoing economic reforms being implemented by the government. The global financial institution emphasized that these reforms, though challenging in the short term, are critical to stabilizing and revitalizing Nigeria’s economy in the long run. In a recent statement, the World Bank highlighted the importance of staying the course on these measures, which include subsidy removals, exchange rate adjustments, and other fiscal policies aimed at fostering sustainable growth. The bank urged Nigerians to remain patient, assuring that the reforms will ultimately bring about economic resilience and improve the overall well-being…