World News Meet Buddhist leader Dalai Lama who wins first Grammy award at 90-year-old February 2, 2026 Damilola The Dalai Lama has expressed gratitude after winning his first Grammy Award, taking home the prize for best audiobook, narration and storytelling. The 90-year-old Buddhist leader, who has lived in…
Nigeria News Kano gov announces fresh appointments, promotions February 2, 2026 Umar Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved a fresh round of appointments and promotions across key government institutions in the state. Those appointed include Abubakar Ibrahim Matawalle as…
Economy February opens strong as naira gains 2.5% in one week February 2, 2026 New Daily Prime The naira has started the month of February on a positive note, recording a strong performance against the United States dollar in the foreign exchange market. Within one week, the…
Sports Osimhen hits 200th career goal as Galatasaray thrash Kayserispor 4-0 February 1, 2026 Damilola Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen marked a significant personal achievement on Sunday, scoring his 200th career goal and adding an assist as Galatasaray cruised to a dominant 4-0 victory over…
Nigeria News Defence minister: I was first target of coup plotters February 1, 2026 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd.), has revealed that he was among those targeted by officers accused of plotting to overthrow President Bola Tinubu, saying the conspirators planned to shoot him…
Health ACIP member sparks backlash on vaccine guidance February 1, 2026 Elizabeth Jenrola Oso A member of a key US vaccines advisory panel has drawn criticism after describing vaccination recommendations as coercive and likening them to “medical battery”, despite vaccines being voluntary at the…
World News Rafah crossing set to reopen under tight security February 1, 2026 Elizabeth Jenrola Oso Preparations are under way to reopen Gaza’s main border crossing at Rafah, although it remains unclear whether any Palestinians will pass through before the end of the day, officials have…
Nigeria News No more any form of sit-at-home on Mondays — Soludo February 1, 2026 Damilola The Anambra State Government has announced that Onitsha Main Market will reopen on Monday, February 2, allowing traders to resume full commercial and economic activities after a week-long closure. Governor…
Health Nigerians slam FG as fast-rising singer dies from snakebite in Abuja February 1, 2026 New Daily Prime Nigerians have taken to social media to criticise the Federal Government (FG) over the alleged lack of antivenom drugs in hospitals across the country following the death of Ifunanya Nanyah,…
Entertainment Fela Kuti’s legacy celebrated worldwide February 1, 2026 Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi The global stature of Nigerian music legend Fela Aníkúlápó Kuti has been further affirmed as the Recording Academy posthumously honoured the Afrobeat pioneer with a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, recognising…
