Author: Prime Times

“Your betterment and development shall be my priority, and I will ensure the equitable distribution of available opportunities,”       — Hon Afolabi Momoh Abdulateef  Bunmi Tunji-Ojo Throws Full Support Behind Mogaji’s Ambition By Abdulrahman Aliagan  Ẹkan, Akoko North East — The political momentum behind Hon. Afọlabi Abdulateef Momoh Mogaji’s senatorial bid gathered greater strength on Tuesday as the seasoned politician met with executives of Ẹkan Ward in continuation of his wide-ranging grassroots consultations across Akoko North East Senatorial District. The event, which marked Day Two of Mogaji’s political consultations, provided a powerful platform for the aspirant to officially…

Across the world, communities are embracing progressive change. I am fully prepared to show, both to the young and the old, that the welfare and development of Ondo North will always remain my top priority.” — Hon. Afolabi Momoh Abdulateef  By Abdulrahman Aliagan, Abuja In the quiet town of Ẹkan, the pulse of Ondo North’s political future is beginning to quicken. For Hon. Afọlabi Momoh Abdulateef — fondly known across the region as Mogaji — the path to leadership is not one of grandstanding or distant politicking, but of humility, rootedness, and homegrown connection. In a political culture where many…

His Excellency Edward David Onoja is an household name in Kogi politics. A strategist, visionary and grassroots mobilizer whose touch of excellence cut across ethnic diversity in the country. His journey into political landscape spans over a decade starting from students leadership into active participation in politics since the creation of Kogi State. He was once the Chief of Staff to His Excellency, Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State and later became the Deputy Governor to his Principal. Onoja is currently a Board member of the South East Development Commission (SEDC), the national Patron of Tinubu Renainssance Group and convener…

Says; “His Reporters Are Not Paid Salary, No Letter of Employment” An Abuja based Non Governmental Organisation, the Society for Rule of Law in Nigeria (SRLN), has raised concern over the treatment of workers, especially Editorial Staff of Sahara Reporters, like slaves, earning paltry sum of money per story published without employment letters. The group, which accused the owner of Sahara Reporters, Omoyele Sowore, of living large while underpaying his workers, added that editorial staff of Sowore’s Sahara Reporters do not have any letter of employment stating their conditions of service and entitlements. Rising from its meeting in Abuja…

As Nigeria celebrates 65 years of independence, the nation stands at a crossroads between pride and reflection. The tricolour flag once again flutters in commemoration of freedom from colonial rule, but beneath the festivities lies a sobering reality: our independence is incomplete if the menace of drug abuse continues to hold our youth captive and threaten the future of our nation. By Omonon Chidi Nwafor As Nigeria celebrates 65 years of independence, the nation stands at a crossroads between pride and reflection. The tricolour flag once again flutters in commemoration of freedom from colonial rule, but beneath the festivities lies…

The Dan Amanar of Fune Emirate and President/CEO of Funab Group of Companies Ltd, Alhaji Ibrahim Mohammed Ajia, has described the death of the Grand Khalifah of the Tijaniyyah Movement in Kwara State, Sheikh Abubakar Yusuf Agbade, as not only a monumental loss to the Muslim Ummah but also a deeply personal one. “The death of Sheikh Abubakar Yusuf Agbade is indeed a personal and great loss to me. I was introduced to him years ago by former Taraba State Governor, Rev. Jolly Nyame, and since then, he took me as a son. Anytime he came to Abuja, he would…

In a move to deepen bilateral relations and foster youth-led development, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), the Bangladesh High Commission in Nigeria, and the Nigerian Bangladesh Business and Technology Forum (NBBTF) have agreed to jointly host a Youth Booth Camp Program. The decision followed a strategic meeting on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at the Bangladesh High Commission in Abuja. The session was hosted by His Excellency, Miah Md. Mainul Kabir, High Commissioner-Designate of Bangladesh to Nigeria, and led by Ambassador Bolaji Akinremi, Director of Reform and Foreign Service Innovation, MFA. Also in attendance were representatives of the Federal Ministry…

Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Sika’s Couture, Mrs. Josephine Omolola Adefusika was among the Nigerian exhibitors who showed brightly at the Fidelity Nigeria International Trade and Creative Connect (FNITCC) held in Atlanta, Georgia over the weekend. Sika’s Couture is a unique, indigenous Nigerian brand by hardworking and highly industrial serial entrepreneur Omolola Adefusika. She was among several Nigerian exhibitors at FNITCC Exhibition to drive the Nigeria Non-oil sector initiative. At her exhibition corner were different African flairs and fashionable high-quality clothings, headwears, bags,  accessories, and more for both male and females. Also present at…

The Kano State Government has announced a strategic partnership with BrandEscort Communications, a leading brand and event marketing company, to host Cycling Kano 2025, a landmark sporting event aimed at promoting healthy living, tourism, and youth engagement in the state. ‎ ‎Scheduled for Saturday, December 20, 2025, the event will bring together professional cyclists, fitness enthusiasts, and sports lovers from across the country. Beyond fostering sports development,  The  Cycling Kano 2025 , an event expected to kick off from the Sani  Abacha Stadium will showcase Kano’s rich cultural heritage, economic opportunities, and vibrant hospitality. ‎ ‎Speaking recently on the event…

… As NiDCOM Chairman receives accolade on diaspora innovations By Rashidat Olushola Okunlade The Coordinators of All Progressive Congress (APC) and Asiwaju Support Organisation (ASO) in Texas USA, has kicked against Steve Osuji statement titled “Abike Must Resign”. The group in its statement sign by Engr. Tayo Ogunjimi said NiDCOM Chairman has never run nor discharge bias ethnic or tribal character, statement in course of discharging her duty, Steve Osuji statement is an outrage to cause ethnicity and tribal war. Hon. Dr. Abike Dabiri-Erewa OON, as fondly called “Mama Diaspora, Mother Teresa” of the tube because of her compassion for the…