Author: Prima News

Elections are widely regarded as the lifeblood of any democratic system. In advanced democracies, robust institutional safeguards are designed to protect electoral processes from undue interference or manipulation. Allegations of Russian interference in the 2016 United States presidential election, for instance, became a defining political issue which underscores how seriously electoral credibility is treated. This reinforces a simple truth: electoral integrity is foundational to democratic legitimacy. In Nigeria, however, the persistent erosion of that integrity has produced one of the most pressing challenges to our democracy: voter apathy. The Republic reported that Nigeria has the 9th lowest voter count in…

“Data is life,” a phrase many Nigerians know all too well. But let’s take it a step further. If data is life, then what powers that life? The answer is simple: the TECNO CAMON 50 Series. This isn’t just another smartphone. It’s a “one device, many hustles” companion built for creators, entrepreneurs, and anyone who refuses to slow down. Built for Photos, Videos, and Content That Stands Out There’s a common belief that only a few select devices can deliver truly great photos and videos. The CAMON 50 Series challenges that narrative completely. Designed with creators in mind, the camera…

The Federal Government has filed a 13-count charge before the Federal High Court in Abuja against six individuals, including two retired senior military officers and a serving police inspector, over an alleged plot to wage war against Nigeria and commit acts of terrorism. The defendants—retired Major General Mohammed Gana, retired Naval Captain Erasmus Victor, Inspector Ahmed Ibrahim, Zekeri Umoru, Bukar Goni, and Abdulkadir Sani—are scheduled to be arraigned on Wednesday, April 22, before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik. Also listed in the charge, but said to be at large, is a former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva. The charge,…

The Raw Materials Research and Development Council has launched an upgraded national raw materials database designed to provide real-time data on Nigeria’s resource base, strengthen industrial planning, and improve investment decision-making. The announcement was made on Tuesday in Abuja during a media parley, where the Director-General of RMRDC, Prof. Nnanyelugo Ike-Muonso, described the platform as a major milestone in Nigeria’s effort to build a data-driven industrial economy. He said the new system—formally known as the Nigerian Statistical Information System for Products, Raw Materials and Products—represents a significant upgrade from earlier versions of the council’s raw materials information framework. “We are…

Chelsea crashed to a dismal 3-0 defeat against Brighton on Tuesday, leaving their hopes of qualifying for the Champions League in tatters as pressure mounts on beleaguered boss Liam Rosenior. Rosenior’s side produced one of their worst performances of a miserable season as Ferdi Kadioglu put Brighton ahead in the first half before Jack Hinshelwood and Danny Welbeck netted after the interval. It is the first time that Chelsea have lost five consecutive league games without scoring since 1912, fittingly the year that the Titanic sank. Beaten seven times in their last eight games in all competitions, the Blues have…

Mr Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party (LP) Presidential candidate, on Tuesday held a closed-door meeting with Chairmen of the South East caucus of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Mr Martins Ugwu, Head of the ADC media team in the state, said the meeting was a calculated show of regional alignment aimed at consolidating regional party structures. According to him, the meeting was Obi’s first with the newly elected South East Chairmen of the party in Enugu. The meeting was not unconnected with Obi’s aspiration to contest the forthcoming ADC presidential primary and to strengthen cohesion, align leadership priorities, and…

Blessed Stars FC began their 2025/2026 Nationwide League One campaign on a bright note with a hard-fought 1-0 win over FC ONE Rocket on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at the Eket Stadium. Blessed Stars showed strong character to claim all three points despite playing most of the second half with ten men. Defensive midfielder Godwin Akpan was sent off in the 52nd minute after denying a clear goal-scoring opportunity. Earlier in the match, FC ONE Rocket had the first real chance when Godswill Ita Ndaeyo broke through on goal but chose to pass instead of shooting with only the goalkeeper…

Global pop star Rihanna has appeared alongside her daughter, Rocki, for the first time publicly, as the infant made her magazine debut in a Dior outfit. The 38-year-old singer, known for hits such as Man Down, Pon De Replay, Don’t Stop The Music, and We Found Love, welcomed Rocki Irish Mayers in September 2025. Rocki is the latest addition to Rihanna’s family with her partner, A$AP Rocky, born Rakim Athelston Mayers. The couple already share two sons, Rza, born in 2022, and Riot, born in 2023. The singer graced the cover of W Magazine’s Pop Issue, dressed in a purple…

According to the UN World Health Organization (WHO) joint report with the European Union, 74% of countries in the bloc use AI tools in medical imaging, disease detection and to assist in clinical decision-making.The study also found that 63 per cent of EU countries offer a chatbot service for patients, part of an effort by health systems to use AI safely, fairly and responsibly, the UN agency said.Legal and ethical responsibilitiesAs the AI technology becomes more deeply embedded in clinical settings, WHO stressed how important it is that health professionals have the skills and knowledge to use these technologies safely…

Without resorting to unnecessary hyperbole, Hon. Kolade Alabi David is a rare personality—a man whose presence is defined not by noise, but by nuance, not by spectacle, but by substance. In the unfolding political conversation ahead of the 2027 election to represent Shomolu Federal Constituency in the Green Chamber, a compelling argument continues to gather momentum among the populace: The cap fits Alabi Kolade David. David’s story is not the typical tale of a career politician groomed solely within the familiar corridors of local power. Rather, it is a narrative shaped and moulded by deep involvement in governance at both…