Pastor Femi Lazarus has responded to the ongoing debate over the financial expectations in gospel music by praising singer Timi Dakolo for his advocacy on behalf of gospel musicians. The debate, which was sparked by Lazarus’ recent sermon, focused on the financial demands made by gospel artists for their performances. Dakolo, a well-known advocate for fair compensation in the music industry, had strongly challenged Lazarus’ stance, calling for better treatment…

The Minister of Defence, Mohammad Badaru Abubakar, has reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to modernising the Nigerian military, with a particular focus on equipping forces with cutting-edge technology, improving personnel welfare, and enhancing training for greater operational efficiency. Speaking at the Opening Ceremony of the First Batch of Special Operations Force Training and Equipping for the Armed Forces of Nigeria, held at Camp Kabala in Jaji, Kaduna State, Minister Abubakar…

A judge of the Federal High Court in Abuja who was assigned to hear a suit filed by the suspended Senator for Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Tuesday, recused himself from the case. Justice Obiora Egwuatu based his decision on a petition the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, wrote to challenge his (Egwuatu’s) objectivity in the matter. Though the suit was originally fixed for hearing, however, when the matter was called…

By Alade Adisa The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) on Tuesday confirmed the death of an officer during Monday’s jailbreak at the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Koton Karfe, Kogi State. The deceased officer was identified as Senior Correctional Assistant (SCA) Shuaibu King David, who lost his life while resisting an attempt by some inmates to escape from the facility. The Service’s Spokesman, Deputy Controller of Corrections (DCC) Abubakar Umar, in…

Following the death of five students of the Osun State University (UNIOSUN) in a horrific motor accident, the management has announced the closure of the school. The accident occured when a luxurious bus travelling from Ibadan and an 18-passenger bus from Osogbo had a head-on collision resulting in multiple fatalities, including the five UNIOSUN students. New Daily Prime gathered that five other persons were killed in the unfortunate incident which…

Suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has formally filed a petition before the Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee, seeking the disbarment of Senator Nedamwen Bernards Imasuen from the Nigerian Bar. According to reports, the petition, grounded on allegations of professional misconduct, claims that Senator Imasuen was previously disbarred from the New York Bar for fraud, misappropriation of client funds, and failure to respond to disciplinary authorities. The petition noted that Senator…

Seven of 12 inmates who escaped from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Koton Karfe, Kogi State, following a prison break in the early hours of Monday have been recaptured. The Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) has confirmed the recapture in a statement issued on Monday by its spokesperson, Abubakar Umar, who said the feat was achieved because the Service swiftly launched a manhunt for the fleeing inmates. The Kogi State…

A former president of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has stated that democracy in Africa has failed because it does not align with the continent’s values, culture, and way of life. Obasanjo spoke said at the 60th birthday colloquium of Emeka Ihedioha, former governor of Imo State on Monday. The former president questioned whether Africa was practising true democracy or merely adopting Western liberal democracy. Obasanjo argued that before colonial rule,…

Ramadan palliatives meant to be distributed in Gombe State by Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu were reportedly looted by some youths in the state on Monday. Seyi Tinubu has been touring northern states, participating in Iftar with residents and political leaders while launching Ramadan feeding programmes for the less privileged. However, the initiative has generated heated debates on social media, with some welcoming the gesture and others condemning…

The United States government has issued a stern warning to Nigerian travelers about the severe consequences of overstaying their visa, emphasising that violators could face permanent bans from re-entering the country.and criminal prosecution. The US Mission in Nigeria posted the warning via its X on Monday. The immigration authorities have clarified that consular officers can access an individual’s full immigration history, making it nearly impossible to avoid penalties for past…

Cassava Technologies, founded by Zimbabwean telecoms mogul, Strive Masiyiwa, has partnered with Nvidia Corp. to establish Africa’s first artificial intelligence (AI) factory. According to a statement on Cassava’s website, the company will integrate Nvidia’s cutting-edge computing and AI software into its data centres in South Africa by June 2025, with further expansion planned for Egypt, Kenya, Morocco, and Nigeria. “This will give African businesses, governments and researchers access to cutting-edge…

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to equipping Nigerian youths with the skills needed to compete on the global stage. Speaking at the official launch of the Nigerian Youth Academy (NiYA) in Abuja, the President described the initiative as a bold response to unemployment, poverty, and other socio-economic challenges hindering national progress. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Tinubu emphasised that Nigeria, with a median age of 17…