As the Ekiti governorship primary election scheduled for Monday, 27 October 2025 approaches, New Daily Prime spoke with Yinka Oyebode, Special Adviser on Media to the Ekiti State Governor, about the performance of Governor Abiodun Abayomi Oyebanji, the fifth elected governor of the state, over the past three years. How has the journey been so far for Governor Oyebanji over the past 36 months? The journey has been smooth,…

By Sakariyah, Ridwanullah For every reason, they say, there is a why. And so is the case of homecomings in December in Nigeria. December in Nigeria is more than a month—it is a heartbeat. For many Nigerians living abroad, Dirty December is considered a season of return: a ritual of homecomings, reunions, and cultural rediscovery. As the year closes, the pull of family, tradition, and celebration becomes irresistible. Beyond the…

By Clement Abayomi If you walk through almost any Nigerian city today, it is impossible to miss the presence of Pentecostal churches. Banners are displayed at bus stops and street corners; the sounds of prayers and evangelism blare from speakers as you pass. Billboards announcing miracle programmes and church events are everywhere. Undoubtedly, Pentecostal churches have multiplied so much that they now form a visible and powerful part of Nigerian…

Anytime a new iPhone is released, Nigeria becomes a tale of two worlds: the celebrity lane and the streets. This is a comedy of errors, desires and bank balances. The quest for the latest iPhone is more than just wanting a new gadget; it is often a theatrical display of greed, pride, and showing off. Every year, as soon as Apple’s CEO, Tim Cook, unveils the newest, shiniest iPhone, something…

Liverpool teenager Rio Ngumoha has signed his first professional deal with the Premier League champions, capping a remarkable 12 months in which he has emerged as one of English football’s most exciting young prospects. The 17-year-old forward, who only joined the Reds from Chelsea’s academy last year, has already made five senior appearances, scored a dramatic Premier League winner, and earned a Champions League debut. Now, he has committed his…

Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has initiated preparations for the 2026 budget by holding town hall meetings across the state’s three senatorial districts. The move is part of his administration’s commitment to inclusive governance, with a primary focus on improving infrastructure and strengthening security. Addressing stakeholders in the Ekiti South Senatorial District, Oyebanji urged residents to maintain peace to ensure continued development. READ ALSO: Oyebanji expresses confidence in APC ahead…

Montenegrin club FK Arsenal Tivat have seen their suspension from European competition reduced from 10 years to seven after a successful appeal to UEFA. The original sanction, handed down in July following allegations of match-fixing, would have barred the club from continental football until 2035. The revised ruling now limits the punishment to the end of the 2031-32 season. The case stemmed from Arsenal Tivat’s involvement in the 2023-24 Europa…

By Ismaeel Aleem  Umar Tanko-Yakasai, Director-General of the Tinubu Support Group (TSG), has called on members of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Ideological Group to intensify grassroots sensitisation on government policies, leveraging the group’s newly launched handbook. The appeal was made during a courtesy visit by the group to his Abuja residence on Tuesday, where the handbook was unveiled. The event, attended by coordinators from all 36 states and the Federal…

By Jeremiah Aminu Jacob was horror-stricken as he gazed at the dangling body of his friend, Ayo, swaying left and right on a noose like a clock’s pendulum. His feet were outstretched, his arms freely dancing alongside his lifeless body; his head arched forward with the noose buried deep in his gullet. His eyes were white with emptiness, and his breathless mouth was frozen in a final gasp, spittle drooling…

By Boluwatife Kehinde It was a night of milestones at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, where the 2025 Ballon d’Or gala rolled out its glittering honours. Among the evening’s biggest highlights was the historic introduction of the Women’s Yashin Trophy, awarded for the very first time to a female goalkeeper. The spotlight fell on Chiamaka Nnadozie, as the Nigerian international finished fourth in the rankings, underlining her status as…

By Boluwatife Kehinde Paris Saint-Germain star Ousmane Dembélé etched his name into football history on Monday night, winning the 2025 Ballon d’Or at a glittering ceremony in Paris. The French forward delivered a sensational 2024/25 campaign, scoring 35 goals and providing 16 assists across all competitions. His brilliance inspired PSG to a historic treble — their long-awaited UEFA Champions League triumph, the Ligue 1 crown, and the Coupe de France.…

Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva has voiced frustration over the Premier League’s scheduling, claiming his side were unfairly disadvantaged in Sunday’s 1-1 draw with Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium. Gabriel Martinelli’s stoppage-time goal rescued a point for the Gunners, leaving City to lament what they say was an unbalanced fixture calendar. City had only 66 hours to recover from their 2-0 home victory over Napoli in the Champions League on…