A recent sermon by Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo of the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly (COZA) has sparked intense debate within Nigeria’s Christian community. The controversy centres on remarks Fatoyinbo made about the late Apostle Joseph Ayo Babalola, the first General Evangelist of the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC). In a now-viral video clip, Fatoyinbo praised Babalola as “anointed… so anointed,” but controversially claimed that “all the grace just went like that” because…

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has issued a stern warning to the public following the emergence of a fraudulent Instagram account that falsely purports to be his. In a statement issued by his media aide, Ikechukwu Eze, on Thursday, Jonathan clarified that he has no official presence on Instagram. The statement, titled “Beware of Fake Instagram Account Impersonating H.E. Dr Goodluck Ebele Jonathan”, reads: “Our attention has been drawn to a…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has implemented a reduction in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, across its retail outlets in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. A New Daily Prime correspondent confirmed on Thursday that the new pump price at several NNPCL mega stations, including those located at Danziyal Plaza, Central Area, Wuse Zone 4, and Wuse Zone 6, has been reduced…

The Federal Government (FG) has unveiled a new national skills programme designed to connect 20 million young Nigerians to employment, training, and entrepreneurship opportunities by 2030, with women expected to make up at least 60% of beneficiaries. Vice President Kashim Shettima, who assumed chairmanship of the reactivated Generation Unlimited (GenU) Nigeria Board, announced the initiative during the board’s inaugural meeting in Abuja The meeting, which coincided with International Youth Day…

President Bola Tinubu is scheduled to leave Abuja on Thursday, August 14, for a two-nation visit to Japan and Brazil. The President will make a stopover in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, before heading to Japan. In Japan, Tinubu will attend the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9), which will be held in Yokohama from August 20 to 22. READ ALSO: We’ll keep working together – Tinubu hints at backing…

The Katsina State Government has formed a new committee to address and reduce the high rate of malnutrition within the state. This initiative is part of a renewed commitment to protect the health of its citizens, particularly vulnerable populations like children and pregnant women. The newly established Committee on Malnutrition is tasked with investigating the primary causes of malnutrition, improving coordination among various groups, and suggesting lasting solutions. Ahmed Abdullahi…

Nigeria’s Senate Committee on Ecology and Climate Change is developing new legislation to create a youth corps of 60 million “green goal marshals.” This initiative is designed to empower young people to lead grassroots climate action and improve Nigeria’s ability to withstand the impacts of climate change. This programme, known as ECO2RUPPERS Nigeria, is part of the country’s broader climate resilience strategy and aims to leverage youth-led innovation for a…

Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa said the decision, approved at Wednesday’s Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting chaired by President Bola Tinubu, aims to “channel resources into upgrading facilities, hiring qualified staff, and expanding the carrying capacity of existing institutions.”

An Ikeja Magistrate Court in Ogba, Lagos, on Wednesday discharged Comfort Emmanson, the passenger accused of unruly behaviour and assault on an Ibom Air flight. Magistrate Olanrewaju Salami freed Emmanson after the police withdrew the five-count charge against her. Keyamo orders Ibom Air to drop charges against Emmanson The development followed an announcement by Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo (SAN), ordered Ibom Air to withdraw criminal charges…

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has attributed the limited functionality of the Baro Inland Port to the absence of adequate road and rail infrastructure linkages, despite its commissioning in 2019. Speaking on Tuesday before the House of Representatives Ad-Hoc Committee on the Rehabilitation and Operationalisation of the Baro Inland Port, Oyetola acknowledged the operational challenges but assured that the Tinubu administration is committed to revitalising the…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has cautioned Nigerians against registering multiple times during the upcoming Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, warning that violators will face severe consequences, including complete removal from the voter register. Alhaji Mohammed Sadiq, INEC’s Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in Plateau State, issued the warning during a meeting with key stakeholders ahead of the CVR’s nationwide resumption. “Voter registration is not only a fundamental right but…

The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), David Mark, has reiterated the party’s unwavering stance against political imposition, special privileges, and unaccountable governance, as it prepares for the 2027 general elections. Speaking on Tuesday during the 2025 International Youth Day celebration held in Abuja and organised by the ADC National Youth Wing, Mark – represented by Salihu Lukman, former APC National Vice Chairman (North-West) – said the ADC…