Author: Prima News

By Efe Onodjae The Federal Government has unveiled a coordinated plan to revive Nigeria’s palm oil industry, aiming to cut import bills by up to $500 million annually through a public-private investment model built on large-scale estates and downstream processing. The initiative, driven by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security in collaboration with Mass Industrial Development and Logistics Limited and other stakeholders, is designed to bridge the nation’s supply gap, stimulate agro-industrial expansion and create jobs across the value chain. Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, represented by his Senior Technical Assistant, Ibrahim Alkali, said the…

Candidates across Nigeria are writing the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination. This draws me to reflect on a defining moment of foresight, compassion and quality leadership in Igbo-Eze South Local Government Area of Enugu State. A leadership that clearly understands and imbibes the tenets of the Tomorrow Is Here Agenda of Governor Peter Mbah’s administration in Enugu State. Just weeks ago, Igbo-Eze South Local Government, in partnership with the Office of the First Lady, Enugu State, and the Rauf Badamosi Foundation, championed the 2026 Igbo-Eze South Local Government Education Support Initiative. The intervention has since translated into tangible opportunities for…

Frank Onyeka was in action as Coventry City secured promotion to the Premier League following a 1-1 draw against Blackburn Rovers on Friday night. The Super Eagles midfielder played for 62 minutes as Coventry earned the crucial point that confirmed their return to the top flight, with three matches still remaining in the Championship season. After a goalless first half, Blackburn took the lead in the 54th minute through Ryoya Morishita. Coventry responded by making tactical changes, with manager Frank Lampard introducing fresh legs in search of an equaliser. The decision paid off late in the game when substitute Victor…

Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham, has denied claims circulating online about payments made to her former protégé, Abike Shugaa, following a viral video in which the actress recounted her experience working with her. Abraham, in a post on X on Friday, said she never paid the sums being speculated, insisting the figures being circulated were inaccurate. “I never paid anyone such, I paid 500k for Malaika and 50k for two scenes in Ijakumo and the director removed it, pls I won’t say a word,” she wrote. Her reaction followed an over eight-minute video featuring Abike Shugaa, whose real name is Pelumi…

For many Nigerians living with unexplained bleeding, life has remained a cycle of pain, confusion and unanswered questions. Across communities, children bruise easily, youths endure repeated hospital visits, while adults live with preventable complications, often without understanding the underlying cause. Ten-year-old Emmanuel’s frequent bruises and bleeding were initially dismissed as signs of an active child. His mother, Blessing, recalled that minor falls often resulted in prolonged bleeding, leaving the family anxious but without clear answers. “We went to various hospitals, prayer houses for deliverance and even traditional centres, where we were asked to perform cleansing rites and given some forms…

The National Universities Commission has granted full accreditation to five postgraduate and 22 undergraduate programmes at Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba. This was contained in a statement issued on Friday by the institution’s public relations officer, Omale Uredo. Omale said the development followed the October/November 2025 accreditation exercise and represented an academic milestone. “Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), Anyigba, has recorded a significant academic milestone as the National Universities Commission (NUC) grants full accreditation to five postgraduate and 22 undergraduate programmes spread across faculties and college, following the October/November 2025 accreditation exercise,” she said. She said the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Salisu…

The race to transition online security protocols to ones that can’t be cracked by a quantum computer is already on. The algorithms that are commonly used today to protect data online—RSA and elliptic curve cryptography—are uncrackable by supercomputers, but a large enough quantum computer would make quick work of them. There are algorithms secure enough to be out of reach for both classical and future quantum machines, called post-quantum cryptography, but transitioning to these is a work in progress. Late last month, the team at Google Quantum AI published a whitepaper that added significant urgency to this race. In it,…

The Kwara State Police Command has recorded major breakthroughs in its ongoing crackdown on crime, including the interception of ammunition concealed in a bag of Garri (fried Cassava cake), the arrest of suspected cultists, and the recovery of a human skull allegedly meant for ritual purposes. Addressing journalists in Ilorin, Kwara state capital on Friday, the Commissioner of Police, Ojo Adekimi, said the successes were a result of intelligence-led policing and collaboration with other security agencies. He said, “These achievements clearly show that criminal elements will find no safe haven in Kwara State, while law-abiding citizens can go about their…

The Federal Capital Territory High Court has ordered the arrest of former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Sadiya Umar Farouq, and former Permanent Secretary, Bashir Alkali after both officials failed to appear for a scheduled court proceeding in Abuja. The directive was issued by Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie following an application by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, which is prosecuting the case. According to court filings, the anti-graft agency is pursuing multiple charges against the defendants tied to alleged financial misconduct during their time in office. The case involves accusations relating to contract approvals, handling of public funds, and administrative decisions taken…

By Emmanuel Okogba Chelsea Football Club has announced that midfielder Moises Caicedo has signed a new long-term contract with the club until 2033. The Ecuador international joined Chelsea from Brighton & Hove Albion in August 2023 and has since established himself as one of the most important players in the squad. Caicedo has made 140 appearances for the Blues and played a key role in Chelsea’s triumphs in the UEFA Conference League and the FIFA Club World Cup. Speaking after signing the new deal, the 24-year-old expressed his happiness and commitment to the club: “I am so happy to have…