In a world saturated with conflicting messages, cultural confusion, and moral ambiguity, the timeless question remains: How should a Christian live? As more people search for purpose and truth amid societal shifts, the desire to understand what it means to live a Christlike life has surged. At the heart of Christian living are core values, spiritual disciplines, and community engagement that reflect the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. This…

The Hausa tribe is one of the most influential, ancient, and culturally dynamic ethnic groups in Nigeria and West Africa. As one of the largest ethnic populations on the African continent, the Hausa people have played a central role in shaping regional history through language, commerce, religion, governance, and education. This article explores the history of the Hausa tribe, the development of Hausa culture, and a brief history of the…

Looking forward to  travel with a Nigerian passport in 2025? The New Daily Prime reports an encouraging trend: Nigerian citizens can now enter at least 17 African countries without a visa, with an additional 36 offering visa-on-arrival. Thanks to growing regional cooperation and rising visa openness, travel across Africa is becoming easier than ever.  Visa-Free Travel for Nigerians in Africa According to the Africa Visa Openness Index (AVOI) 2025 report,…

Courtrooms across Ondo State were shut down on Friday as members of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), Ondo chapter, embarked on an indefinite strike, crippling legal proceedings throughout the state. From early morning, court gates—including those of the State High Court and Magistrates’ Court in Akure, were securely locked, barring judges, lawyers, and litigants from entering and effectively halting all judicial operations. Confirming the industrial action, the state…

Global financial markets fell sharply on Friday after Israel launched a large-scale military strike on Iran, targeting what it said were nuclear facilities, missile factories, and key military figures. The attack triggered a dramatic response in global markets, with investors fleeing risk assets in favor of traditional safe havens like gold, the U.S. dollar, and the Swiss franc. Oil prices surged amid fears of prolonged instability in the Middle East,…

Manchester United have confirmed the £62.5m signing of Brazil forward Matheus Cunha from Wolves, completing one of the summer’s most anticipated transfers. The 25-year-old has signed a five-year deal with the option of an extra 12 months, fulfilling what he described as a “dream move” to Old Trafford. “It is hard to put into words my feelings about becoming a Manchester United player,” Cunha said. “Ever since I was a…

Nigeria recorded a trade surplus of N5.17 trillion in the first quarter of 2025, marking a 51.07% jump from the N3.42 trillion posted in the final quarter of 2024. The figures were contained in the Foreign Trade in Goods Statistics report released on Wednesday. “The merchandise trade balance for Q1 2025 remained positive at N5,172.31bn, indicating an increase of 51.07 per cent compared to the value recorded in the preceding…

In this report, the New Daily Prime shares the advantages and disadvantages of international travel passport. In the global world today, the strength of a passport is an essential basis of an individual’s travel freedom and global opportunities. According to the Henley Passport Index (HPI), which rates passports based on their travel freedom, some countries have passports that offer their citizens visa-free or Visa-on-arrival access to a large number of…

Despite the rising cost of living around the world, many Nigerians — especially Ijebu indigenes — from Europe, America, and other parts of Africa attended this year’s Ojude Oba festival, held at the Awujale Pavilion in Ijebu Ode. They arrived dressed in bright lace, colourful aso-oke, and stylish designer shoes, gathering to pay tribute to their king. For many in the Nigerian diaspora, Ojude Oba is more than a festival…

Popular Nigerian actress and entrepreneur, Aisha Lawal, has addressed recent rumors about her source of wealth. She also spoke out on allegations that she received a car gift from Musiliu Akinsanya, also known as MC Oluomo, the national chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW). The actress made her comments during an interview on the show Talk to B, where she firmly denied the claims and explained…

In recent years, Nigeria has witnessed a steady increase in divorce cases. This challenges an established cultural and religious norm that traditionally accentuate the sanctity and permanence of marriage. While marriage is still significant across the country, economic hardships, varying social values, and generational shifts are gradually altering the way Nigerians view and experience wedlock. Divorce Trends According to recent statistics published by Divorce.com cited by The Nations Newspapers, Nigeria’s…

What began as streetwise chatter echoing through the lively neighbourhoods of Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt has now evolved into a global linguistic force—heard in everyday conversations from Harlem to Hackney, from London to New York. Fuelled by the meteoric rise of Afrobeats, Nollywood, and the growing influence of the Nigerian diaspora, local slang from West Africa’s most populous nation has crossed continents, shaping the rhythm, humour, and voice of…