Former presidential aide, Reno Omokri has criticised ex-Kaduna State governor, Nasir el-Rufai over what he describes as a deliberate attempt to destabilise Nigeria through divisive propaganda. In a fiery statement shared via social media, Omokri accused el-Rufai of recycling tactics allegedly used against former President Goodluck Jonathan to now target President Bola Tinubu. Omokri questioned el-Rufai’s motives, suggesting that his criticisms of Tinubu’s administration are part of a calculated effort…

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has declared that the fierce competition between Dangote refinery and NNPC Limited is responsible for the recent drop in the pump price of petrol in the country. NEW DAILY PRIME observed yesterday that most petrol retail outlets have reduced their pump prices in response to drop in ex-depot prices by Dangote Refinery and the Port Harcourt Refinery. While NNPC Retail reduced its…

Human rights activists say at least 130 people killed after ruling party’s Daniel Chapo confirmed winner of election Human rights activists in Mozambique have accused the ruling Frelimo party of orchestrating looting and violence, including organising mass prison breakouts, as cover for a brutal crackdown they say has killed at least 130 people since Christmas Day. “The strategy of Frelimo now is to create a state of terror,” said Quitéria…

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has announced a N30 billion fund aimed at fostering young entrepreneurship in the Niger Delta region. NDDC, in a statement released on Saturday, disclosed that the funds will be channeled through the Niger Delta Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Trade, Mines, and Agriculture (NDCCITMA) to support the growth and development of young entrepreneurs in the region. Disclosing this during a recent interview, NDDC Managing Director,…

In a renewed effort to combat criminal activities across Nigeria, the Police have rescued 13 kidnapped victims, arrested five suspected armed robbers, and recovered firearms and ammunition. In a statement ,today, Olumuyiwa Adejobi,Police spokesperson , said the achievements underlined the police’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of Nigerians. He said the operatives of the Kwara State Police Command stormed a kidnappers’ den in the Idofin-Igbana area following a…

North Korea’s new law punishes divorcing couples with labor camp sentences, targeting both spouses. This move follows rising divorce rates linked to economic hardships since the pandemic. North Korea has implemented a strict new policy targeting divorcing couples, marking a significant shift in the nation’s legal approach to marriage dissolution. Previously, only the spouse initiating the divorce faced punitive measures. Under the updated law, both individuals in a divorcing couple…

It was a day of honour and glory for the late Ondo State,Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, as the immediate past Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi described him as a leader whose patriotism knew no bounds. Speaking at the one-year remembrance service held in honour of the late governor yesterday in Akure, Fayemi echoed Akeredolu’s unwavering dedication to the public good and his relentless pursuit of a united, prosperous, and secure…

Prince Abdul Kadir Mahe, the Chief of Staff to Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq is reportedly dead The New Daily Prime reports that Mahe’s death was announced by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Rafiu Ajakaiye,.He said in a statement that Mahe died in the early hours of today The statement reads: “In total submission to the will of Allah, we regret to announce the passing of the Chief…

To boost agricultural development in Bayelsa State, a South Korean owned company has installed a modern rice processing mills in Yenagoa, the state capital. The state-of-the-art mills, located at the state-owned School-to-Land Farm, can process 40 metric tonnes of rice paddies daily. The project is part of a bilateral partnership aimed at improving rice production and strengthening the agricultural sector in Bayelsa. Speaking after a demonstration exercise on the operation…

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has stated that it is unaware of claims that social media influencer Martins ‘VeryDarkMan (VDM)’ Otse lost N180 million from his non-governmental organisation (NGO). Earlier, The New Daily Prime reported that VeryDarkMan, in an Instagram video, alleged that the account of his NGO—launched in October to focus on community development and equipping public schools—was hacked. According to him, N180 million was transferred to…

Gunmen that kidnapped the Anglican bishop, Rev. Canon Olowolagba, his wife, and children, along Iboropa road in Akoko North-East council area of Ondo State, have demanded a ransom of N75 million for their release. According to sources, the abductors have opened a line of communication with the victims family members and leaders of the Anglican Church. GWG also learnt that different associations have asked their members to raise some money…

Those involved demean themselves – CONUA boss By Alade Adisa When Grace, a final year student in a federal university in the South-West was about concluding her programme, she was surprised when she and her colleagues were asked to contribute money to take care of external assessors that would look at their final projects.That was after they have contributed money to take care of their own internal assessors. But the…