Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State, has faulted the Rivers State House of Assembly for barring him from entering the legislative quarters on Wednesday. The embattled governor, who spoke during the commissioning of some health facilities in Khana Local Government Area of the state shortly after the drama at the Assembly quarters told residents that he communicated his intention to visit the lawmakers to Speaker Martins Amaewhule before showing up…

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping 25% tariff on a range of UK exports, escalating trade tensions between Washington and London. The move, which comes amid broader trade disputes, is expected to have significant economic implications for British industries. “The UK has taken advantage of the U.S. for years. It’s time to level the playing field,” Trump stated in a press briefing, defending the tariffs as a necessary…

One of the sons of Nasir El-Rufai, the immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Bashir, in a now-deleted tweet, threatened increased bloodshed in the Christian-dominated Southern Kaduna if the people continue to attack the Fulani. Bashir El-Rufai tweeted this on Tuesday in response to an X user, @qykali, who berated his father, accusing him of supervising ethnic cleansing of Southern Kaduna people for eight years as Kaduna State governor. “Look…

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned of severe economic consequences for Russia if President Vladimir Putin refuses to sign a ceasefire agreement with Ukraine. Speaking to reporters in the white house, Trump stated that the U.S. has powerful financial measures at its disposal that could cause significant damage to Russia’s economy. “We could do things very bad for Russia. It would be devastating. But I don’t want to do that…

The Police Command in Lagos State has discovered the location where the remains of the missing Lagos State University (LASU) graduate, Adedamola Ogunbode were buried, following the arrest of the primary suspect, Olaoluwa Ajisomo. Ajisomo, who was initially rumored to have fled to the Benin Republic, is now in police custody and assisting detectives in pinpointing the exact site where Ogunbode was buried. The command’s spokesperson, Chief Superintendent of Police…

The nine surveyors who were kidnapped in the Akure North council area of Ondo State last week have regained their freedom after the payment of a ransom of N20 million to their abductors. The kidnappers had initially demanded N100 million for their release and efforts by market women to negotiate the ransom down to N50 million were initially rejected before an agreement was eventually reached. Confirming their release in Akure,…

The letter written last week to the Rivers State House of Assembly by Governor Siminalayi Fubara seeking an audience with the lawmakers over the implementation of the verdict of the Supreme Court on the political affairs of the state, has been described as “useless” by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. The former governor of the oil-rich South-South state, made this known during a chat with…

The National Association of University Students (NAUS), through the Office of the Director of Campus Intervention, has strongly condemned the recent increase in data plan tariffs by MTN Nigeria and Airtel Nigeria. The student body describes the price hikes as exploitative and detrimental to students, particularly at a time when they are already grappling with rising tuition fees, soaring living costs, and an inflation rate at an all-time high. In…

Suspected armed herders went on rampage unleasjhing unprecedented killing spree in several communities in Ondo, Benue, Nasarawa and Edo states. According to reports, not less than 30 people were killed in the series of attacks across the three states, with communities calling for urgent government intervention. The development has sparked widespread outrage and protests, with many residents agonizing over the deadly attacks. For instance, nine surveyors were reportedly kidnapped in…

Less than 48 hours after former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai joined the Social Democratic Party (SDP), crises have erupted within the party over leadership struggles and strategic direction. The current National Secretary of the SDP, Dr. Olu Agunloye, has officially petitioned the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, over an alleged conspiracy to forcibly remove him from office. According to information gathered by New Daily Prime from members…

With just months to go before the November 8, 2025, governorship election in Anambra State, the political scene is heating up, with significant battles brewing between the ruling All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) and opposition parties, including the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Labour Party (LP). However, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) could be facing a crisis, with no aspirants reportedly stepping forward to contest under its banner. The…

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has called for the establishment of a Nigerian Air Force (NAF) base in the state to enhance its security architecture. He also advocated for the creation of a NAF school to instil strong moral values in young Nigerians. Abiodun made these requests during a meeting with a delegation from the Chief of Air Staff, led by Air Vice Marshal Enebong Effiom, at his office in…