Getting a job in Nigeria has become increasingly difficult in recent years. Despite the growing number of graduates and skilled professionals, decent employment opportunities continue to shrink.  Economic challenges, rising inflation, and slow industrial growth have left millions struggling to secure a stable source of income. The job market has also become more competitive than ever. Every vacancy attracts hundreds, sometimes thousands, of applicants, leaving many qualified people without opportunities. …

Just when Nigerians thought they had mastered the art of surviving fuel price hikes with a mix of dark humor and pure grit, another contender for their wallets and sanity emerged: the escalating price of cooking gas (Liquefied Petroleum Gas or LPG). It seems the universe decided that if petrol wasn’t giving us enough drama, surely a staple like cooking gas would light up the discourse, and indeed, it has…

If you live in Britain, the hope of becoming wealthy may not be visible. Over the past decade, economic conditions have shifted in ways that make upward social and financial mobility increasingly difficult. Despite the country’s global economic standing, many citizens feel that hard work and perseverance are no longer enough to achieve prosperity. Rising living costs, slow wage growth, and entrenched inequality have created a society in which wealth…

History was made on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, when May Agbamuche-Mbu, a distinguished lawyer and long-serving electoral commissioner, became the first female  to lead Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The handover took place at the INEC headquarters in Abuja during a meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs). Her appointment marks a milestone in Nigeria’s electoral history, symbolizing both gender progress and professional integrity at the heart of the nation’s…

By Fathia Idera Ikorodu, one of Lagos State’s major cities, lies to the north-east of the state capital along the Lagos Lagoon, sharing a boundary with Ogun State. With a population of more than one million people, it ranks as the twelfth largest city in Nigeria and the second largest local government area in Lagos State. Growing at an annual rate of about 5.26 per cent, Ikorodu is projected to…

By Sakariyah, Ridwanullah  The story of the Chinese in Nigeria is a tale of movement, exchange, suspicion, and influence. Some Nigerians have always associated the word “China” with cheap phones, electronics, and construction giants building bridges and railways. But beyond that, the Chinese presence in Nigeria has deeper roots than the smartphones in our pockets. In fact, the Chinese have gained a stronger ground in Nigeria than what anyone could…

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…