Author: New Daily Prime

ErBoluwatife Kehinde ‎ ‎Norwegian striker Erling Haaland has voiced his delight after Norway secured qualification for the World Cup for the first time in nearly three decades. ‎ ‎Norway booked their spot in next summer’s tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico with an emphatic 4–1 victory over Italy at the San Siro Stadium on Sunday—their first World Cup qualification since 1998. ‎ ‎The 25-year-old took to social media to share his excitement and relief, saying: ‎“I’m thrilled, but more than anything, I’m relieved. The pressure was huge, but the reward is incredible.” ‎ ‎He went on to praise…

By Clement Abayomi The 2023 elections transformed Nigeria’s political climate, opening a chapter where religion now has a firmer grip on the country’s politics. The events of 2023 were not a one-time occurrence; rather, they ushered in a new political reality whereby religion is used to impact decisions, policies, alliances, and electoral strategies. Political actors getting ready for 2027 are therefore changing their plans in reaction to the religious influences that characterised the previous election(s). This article reveals how religion will influence the 2027 election (strategy) in Nigeria. First things first, a major way through which religion will influence 2027…

By Sakariyah, Ridwanullah The sun, usually a friend, is now a brutal enemy in Nigeria’s Sahel region. It’s November 2025, and instead of the usual golden sea of millet, fields stretch out like cracked, brittle skin. Families who have tilled this land for generations now face a dire choice: the choice to stay and starve, or to leave. Just a 1°C rise in temperature across this region, according to a recent World Food Programme (WFP) analysis, has pushed an additional 70 million people into severe food insecurity. This reality forces desperate communities, who are currently facing drought and banditry, to…

By Sakariyah, Ridwanullah  The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), once the dominant political force in Africa, is teetering on the brink of collapse. As Nigeria charges towards the 2027 general elections, the PDP, which should be leading the opposition, is instead hemorrhaging key members and battling a fierce internal war. The question is no longer who the PDP will field, but whether it can even hold itself together. The party’s crisis reached a new peak in late 2025. Political circles became tense following a wave of reported defections from the PDP to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Former Rivers State…

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Nigeria’s quest to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup came to a painful end on Sunday night after the Super Eagles were edged out by DR Congo in a tense penalty shootout at the Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah. The game had begun brightly for Nigeria, who struck first through Frank Onyeka. The midfielder benefited from a deflected Zaidu Sanusi delivery, smashing home a shot that brushed Arthur Masuaku on its way into the net. The early breakthrough lifted the Eagles, who pressed forward with intent. Wilfred Ndidi tested Mpazi-Nzau from distance, and an Ademola Lookman cut-back created a moment of…

Boluwatife Kehinde ‎ ‎Victor Osimhen stands on the brink of securing another CAF Player of the Year crown after being named among the final three contenders for the prestigious award. ‎ ‎The Galatasaray forward will battle Egypt’s Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) and Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi (Paris Saint-Germain) for Africa’s highest individual honour. ‎ ‎Osimhen is also considered one of the favourites to reclaim prominence in African football following his standout performances since AFCON 2023. ‎ ‎In the women’s category, Nigeria’s captain Rasheedat Ajibade has been shortlisted once again, alongside Esther Okonkwo. They will compete for the award with Morocco’s Ghizlane Chebbak…

By: Yunusa Umar About Sixteen members of a local vigilante group were killed when heavily armed bandits launched a dawn raid on communities in Niger State’s troubled conflict corridor, abducting dozens of residents and leaving families in anguish. The daredevil terrorists, New Daily Prime gathered, launched a coordinated attack on Magaman Matane, Ragada, Ramu, Dutsen Magaji and surrounding villages of Mashegu local government area in the state. A source familiar with the incident who preferred anonymity for security reasons, confirmed the attack on Saturday that the 16 vigilantes who stood fearlessly were overpowered by bandits. READ ALSO: Nigeria, Poland vow to…

By: Yunusa Umar Willie Obiano, the ex governor of Anambra State, has dismissed rumours of his death, assuring the public that he is alive, hale, hearty and excellent in health According to a statement released on Friday via his verified Facebook page, Obiano said the claims are not untrue. READ ALSO: Anambra: Tension on INEC as residents await credible poll under tight security He further expressed disappointment that some individuals would spread such misinformation. “I am alive, hale, hearty, and in excellent health. By the special grace of God, I am doing very well,” Obiano via his verified Facebook page. The…

By: Yunusa Umar Obinna Nwaobi, a former head of Operations at Access Bank Nigeria Plc and ex-banker, was arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of Enugu Zonal office before the Federal High Court sitting in Enugu State. The court which was presided by Justice F.O. Giwa-Ogunbanjo yesterday, read nine charges against the ex-Access bank staff and pleaded not guilty to the charges. In a Facebook post, the commission’s statement reads, “The Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on Thursday, November 13, 2025 arraigned one Obinna Nwaobi, a former Head of Operations at…