Nigeria News Opinion Politics New Presidential Jet Purchase Criticized as Nigerians Struggle with Economic Hardship August 20, 2024 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi The Nigerian government’s recent acquisition of a $100 million presidential jet has ignited widespread criticism, with many questioning the necessity of such a purchase during a period of intense economic…
Nigeria News Opinion Politics Court of Appeal Upholds Reinstatement of Edo Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu as Nigerians Watch Closely August 20, 2024 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi The Court of Appeal in Abuja on Tuesday upheld the reinstatement of Philip Shaibu as the Deputy Governor of Edo State, dismissing an appeal by the Edo State House of…
Nigeria News Opinion World News With Tears in His Eyes, Biden Hands Over 2024 Nomination to Kamala Harris August 20, 2024 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi In a tearful farewell at the Democratic National Convention, President Joe Biden announced his decision to step down from his bid for a second term during a heartfelt speech at…
Automobile Nigeria News Politics Frustration Grows as Tinubu Allows NNPC to Divert 2023 Dividends for ‘Removed’ Subsidies August 20, 2024 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi President Bola Tinubu has given the green light for the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to utilize its 2023 dividends, initially intended for the federation, to address the increasing…
Health Nigeria News UK on High Alert Over Concerns of New Mpox Strain. August 19, 2024 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi The UK and other European countries have been placed on the highest level of alert amid concerns that a more virulent strain of the virus may have already reached British…
Nigeria News Opinion Politics Nigerian Police Summon NLC President Joe Ajaero Over Terrorism Financing Allegations. August 19, 2024 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi Abuja, Nigeria — In a significant development, the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) of the Nigerian Police Force has officially summoned Joe Ajaero, the National President of the Nigeria Labour Congress…
Health Nigeria News Opinion Israel Agrees to Ceasefire Proposal Amid Gaza Conflict; Urges Hamas to Follow Suit. August 19, 2024 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi Tel Aviv, Israel — In a significant diplomatic development, Israel has agreed to a proposed ceasefire and the release of hostages in Gaza, a move that U.S. Secretary of State…
Health Nigeria News Opinion The UK government endorses flexible work rights and promotes remote working for employees. August 19, 2024 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi The UK government has thrown its weight behind the growing shift towards remote work. This comes as Downing Street signals potential reforms to bolster workers’ rights, including a proposed “right…
Sports Heartbreak for Adesanya as He Taps Out to Du Plessis in UFC 305 Showdown August 18, 2024 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi Perth, Australia — In a highly anticipated bout at UFC 305, Dricus Du Plessis successfully defended his middleweight title, submitting Israel Adesanya in the main event on Saturday. The South…
Nigeria News Escalating Violence: Police Officer Killed in Anambra Amid Growing Insecurity August 18, 2024 New Daily Prime Nnobi, Anambra State — A police officer reported killed on Friday evening when gunmen launched a brazen attack on a police checkpoint in Nnobi, a community in Idemili South Local…
