The Lagos State House of Assembly is preparing to replace the existing 37 local council development areas (LCDAs) with newly designated Administrative Areas. This was part of the discussion at a public hearing for the proposed “Bill for a law to provide for the local government system, establishment, and administration, and to consolidate all laws on local government administration.” President Bola Tinubu created the 37 LCDAs in 2003 when he…

The United States (US) has imposed sanctions on two China-based drone suppliers and their alleged Russian partners for supplying complete weapons systems to Russia for its war in Ukraine. According to CNN, the US has long accused China of supporting Russia’s war effort by supplying dual-use goods and components that could be used in the manufacture of weapons, which Beijing denies. However, the US Treasury Department accused the Chinese firms…

The Osun State Government has clarified the appointment of Chinwe Obuaku as its Consultant on Climate Change and Renewable Energy.  The state government said the decision was part of a six-member delegation representing Osun State at the German-Nigeria Business Forum, led by the Commissioner for Energy, Festus Adeyemo. The clarification was made on Thursday by Kolapo Alimi, the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment. He highlighted that the Osun team…

Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has expressed concern over the absence of President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, especially given Nigeria’s pressing domestic issues. Earlier, The New Daily Prime reported that the presidency assured citizens that the absence of both leaders would not result in a leadership vacuum. President Tinubu is currently on a two-week vacation in the United Kingdom, following a recent trip to…

On Thursday, President Bola Tinubu’s administration achieved a significant milestone in its foreign investment drive, as a group of investors from Sweden committed to multi-million dollar investments and partnerships in Nigeria’s digital economy, health sector, and other critical areas. This development follows Vice President Kashim Shettima’s assurance to global investors during a business meeting with Swedish enterprises in Stockholm. He emphasised that they can now fully capitalize on Nigeria’s rapidly…

A 70-year-old man Identified As Malam Abu Yusuf has died after he was hit by lightning in Angwa Abocho, Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State. According to Linda Ikeji’s blog, the incident happened at about 5:40 pm on Thursday, October 17, 2024, following a heavy downpour in the community. It was gathered that the deceased was outside when the incident happened. He fell and died on the spot. Malam…

The World Bank has promised more financial support for Nigeria this year. World Bank Country Director for Nigeria, Ndiame Diop, who spoke to journalists after the launch of the country’s development update report in Abuja on Thursday, said while Nigeria is qualified for more technical and financial support, what matters is the implementation. According to him, “Nigeria is a very important partner for the World Bank. “And we’ve been providing…

A new study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has highlighted the power of adopting multiple healthy lifestyle habits, revealing that combining six key behaviors can reduce the risk of death by an impressive 73 percent. The research, which analyzed data from 719,147 veterans aged 40 to 99, offers a blueprint for those seeking to boost their longevity through practical changes. While individual habits like maintaining a balanced…

The National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu has said that some soldiers and police officers sell arms from their security formations to criminals. He spoke during the arms destruction exercise organized by the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW), which took place at the Muhammadu Buhari Cantonment Giri, Abuja on Thursday. The NSA condemned security personnel who facilitate the movement of arms to terrorists…

An heartbreaking incident that has sent shockwaves through the music industry, Liam Payne, the former member of the globally renowned British boy band One Direction, has tragically passed away. He was just 31 years old. According to local authorities in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where Payne was staying, the incident occurred at the CasaSur hotel located in the vibrant Palermo district. Reports indicate that emergency services were alerted to the hotel…

As the United States presidential election approaches, with religion playing a pivotal role in political discourse, a new legal battle is unfolding in Oklahoma. A coalition of parents, teachers, and ministers has filed a lawsuit with the Oklahoma Supreme Court to prevent the state’s top education official from mandating Bible studies in public schools. The plaintiffs are challenging State Superintendent Ryan Walters’ directive that requires students in grades 5 through…

Regular aspirin use can significantly lower the risk of developing pancreatic cancer, according to a new study, offering hope in the fight against one of the deadliest forms of cancer. The research, funded by the Planets cancer charity, suggests that taking aspirin consistently can reduce the risk of pancreatic cancer by 20% in the general population and by 40% among people with diabetes. The study, conducted by researchers at University…