Sir Keir Starmer is facing the most significant rebellion of his premiership as around 80 Labour MPs push back against plans for sweeping welfare cuts. The cuts, expected to be announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves in the Spring Statement, are intended to help fund increased defense spending amid rising global tensions. In response to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and aggressive moves by nations such as Russia, the Labour government…

Elon Musk has reignited controversy by claiming that Ukraine’s entire front line would collapse if his Starlink satellite internet system were turned off, fueling tensions with Poland and prompting Europe to explore alternative providers. Musk’s remarks triggered a strong backlash from Poland, which has been footing the bill for Ukraine’s Starlink access at an annual cost of $50 million. Radosław Sikorski, Poland’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, fired back on social…

By Alade Adisa Reinstated Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudasiru Obasa, was able to reclaim his position due to his ability to fill the void left by the withdrawal of former Osun State Governor, Mr. Rauf Aregbesola, from the All Progressives Congress (APC), investigations by New Daily Prime have revealed. It was gathered that since Aregbesola, who was also the de facto leader of the…

By Alade Adisa Almost five years after several welfare packages were announced for teachers in the country, the federal and state governments have only made limited progress, as most of the promises remain unfulfilled. Investigations by New Daily Prime revealed that the federal government (FG) has only increased the retirement age for teachers from 60 to 65 years and extended the years of service from 35 to 40 years. Some…

Former President of the Senate, Dr. Bukola Saraki has described as “cheap politics and trivialising of a serious issue” the claim by Senate President, Godswill Akpabio that the call on him to ensure that transparent and open process is instituted to investigate the accusation levelled against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is an attempt to remove a Niger Delta person from office. In a statement signed by Yusuph Olaniyonu, the…

A foremost traditional ruler in Nigeria, the Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi, has commended President Donald Trump of the United States of America for ending policies protecting Lesbians, Gays, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) rights by recognising only the male and female genders. The monarch in a statement by his press secretary, Alli Ibraheem commended Trump for his stand in the Executive Order issued that, sexes cannot be changed…

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has reiterated his administration’s dedication to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship among youths. He emphasised the importance of equipping them with the skills and mindset necessary for self-reliance, job creation, and economic independence. Speaking yesterday at the first convocation ceremony of Bamidele Olumilua University of Science and Technology, Ikere-Ekiti (BOUESTI), Governor Oyebanji highlighted his government’s investment in entrepreneurial and innovation centres across the state. These initiatives,…

Ramping up its anti-fake products war, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has destroyed counterfeit drugs at the Moniya dump site in Akinyele Local Government Area of Oyo State. The Director General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, said the counterfeit drugs worth a hundred billion naira were confiscated from pharmaceutical drug marketers in Idumota market, Lagos. The anti-fake drug czar noted that the step became…

The Ogun State Government has applauded President Bola Tinubu and the Federal Government (FG) for upgrading Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) to a federal institution. Governor Dapo Abiodun, through his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade said the move is expected to strengthen its growth and sustainability. Abiodun described the transition as a significant milestone for Nigeria’s first specialized university of education. He reiterated his administration’s commitment…

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has invited members of the Martin Amaewhule-led House of Assembly to a crucial meeting following recent legal and political battles that have engulfed the state. According to reports, the meeting, which is set for Monday, March 10, 2025 at the Government House in Port Harcourt, aims to address pressing issues, including the 2025 budget, unpaid entitlements, and the provision of a proper venue for…

The Federal Government (FG) has adopted the Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED), Ijagun, Ogun State, as a federal university. This transition makes TASUED the first federally owned tertiary institution in Ogun East Senatorial District. TASUED, established by the Ogun State Government in 2005, holds the distinction of being Nigeria’s first specialised university of education. It was named after Tai Solarin, a renowned educationist and activist best known for founding…

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors have denied speculations that five of their members were in support of an El-Rufai/ Obi 2027 Presidential ticket. The PDP Governors Forum (PDPGF) Chairman, Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, in a statement signed on his behalf by the forum’s Director-General, Dr. Emmanuel Agbo, on Saturday denounced publications supporting these claims. He said, “It is incumbent on the PDP Governors’ Forum through its leadership anchored…