By Omeiza Ajayi When the electoral umpire, the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, blew the whistle last month to signal the commencement of political campaigns towards next year’s elections, the degree of threats and intimidation unleashed by highly placed political office holders across the country was d…
A former Chairman of the Senate Committee on National Security and Intelligence, Shehu Buba, is again facing allegations of supporting banditry as he struggles to clear his name. Findings by Saturday PUNCH showed that Buba, who represents Bauchi South Senatorial District in the Senate, has since 2024 faced allegations…
…said. “But the good thing is that his knee is responding better. There are still occasional minor issues, but it’s much, much better. Because such a talent deserves a better year for him. And not just this year, but throughout his career.” The Leverkusen coach said he expected to face repeated questions about Boniface’…
…save the farm. It made us one household on paper.If we signed, their missed payments, penalties, and rescue money would roll under our names. They would keep the houses, the land, and the control.But if the plan failed, it would ruin us first."They weren't trying to save us," I said.Tom's face was pale under the barn l…
…Board of Trustees in 2025 resolved to revive the chair and restore its original objectives of promoting business studies, research and ethical leadership. Also speaking, Chairman of the occasion and First Bank Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Olusegun Alebiosu, said ethical business practices were essential t…
…innovation with elevated comfort, giving customers greater control over their personal space. Installed in the Emirates A350 Premium Economy cabin in a spacious 2-3-2 configuration with just 28 seats, the new seat represents the airline’s latest investment in continuously raising the bar for customer experience. The el…
…at our backyard. “It is even more puzzling and very disturbing with the kind of personalities involved, I mean the Shepherd and his wife. Both of them were very jovial and respectful. They behaved so responsibly and greeted me cheerfully whenever they were passing by. “Since over nine or 10 years that they have been li…
…them for N30m. The NSCDC said the suspect allegedly posed as an official of the National Council of Child Rights Advocates and deceived the children’s parents into handing them over to him. Public Relations Officer, Babawale Afolabi, disclosed this at a news briefing at the corps’ headquarters in Abuja on Friday. Afola…
…identified as Becky Okegbemi has warmed hearts on social media after sharing a personal milestone that captured the quiet heroism at the heart of healthcare work.Posting on X, Okegbemi announced that she successfully delivered six babies during the month of August, comprising four males and two females. Nurse celebrate…
…six in the morning, both still half asleep, staring at two pink lines like they had personally offended us with their timing.I looked at the test, then at him, then back at the test again."Are you seeing this?" I asked.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!He took it from my h…
…Excellence.” Her emergence as Miss Grand USA 2026 adds another dimension to her professional and public-service background, bringing together her Nigerian-American heritage, engineering career, military experience and mentorship work. The U.S. Mission’s recognition of Oluwakotanmi also highlights the contributions of N…
…The lawmakers described the deaths of the two monarchs as a major loss to the traditional institution and the people of their respective emirates, saying they played significant roles in promoting peace, unity and community development. The Emir of Gumel died on September 3, 2026, while the Emir of Zurmi died on Monday…
…months, but claims she was suffering from postpartum psychosis - excusing her from criminal responsibility. The dramatic developments came after the jury sent a note to the judge Friday morning saying that it was with a "heavy heart" that they were unable to reach a verdict in the case. The jury has been deadlocked 11-…
…out of a deal to sell Lamine Camara to Chelsea, when they were banking on Balogun finalising his move. Balogun, who was at the centre of controversy at the World Cup after US President Donald Trump successfully intervened to force FIFA to suspend a red card so he could play against Belgium in the last 16, was left out…
…time in office. “These issues went through the EFCC, an administrative panel, the National Assembly and the courts. No court convicted me on these allegations. That is the record,” he said. He added that anyone with credible evidence should present it through lawful channels. “Anyone with credible evidence should bring…
…have been confirmed dead and more than 5,300 remain missing. Hundreds of foreign nationals from at least 34 countries are also believed to be among those unaccounted for. Rescuers are searching seven hydropower tunnels in Nepal where more than 150 people are feared trapped, as well as 19 other locations affected by the…
The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has launched the National Community Food Bank Programme in Cross River State as part of efforts to tackle food insecurity and malnutrition among vulnerable Nigerians. Tinubu, who flagged off the programme in Calabar on Friday, said three food banks were being launched simultaneou…
…City’s 1-0 home defeat to Hull City last weekend due to injury. The Nigeria international is now in contention to face the former champions. “Frank Onyeka is available for tomorrow,” Lampard told a press conference. Coventry City will be looking to record their first win of the campaign against the Citizens. EPL: Lampa…
…while speaking as a guest during the monthly congress of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Abia State Council. The PDP governorship candidate, who alleged that the administration of Governor Alex Otti was not practising a system that favoured citizens’ welfare, said it was wrong to sack workers or retire them befo…
…at the Command Headquarters in Katsina, where he presented the Command’s operational achievements for the month under review. Speaking on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, CP Ali Umar Fage, the PPRO said the Command intensified intelligence-led operations, inter-agency collaboration and sustained patrols to tackle…
…urged Nigerians to rally behind the beauty queen as the voting window entered its final hoursPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!The Federal Government has thrown its weight behind Miss World Nigeria 2026, Tamunosoye Karibi-George, calling on Nigeri…
…receive between AED 18,000 and AED 200,000 (N6,483,038 to N72,033,764), though the final figure depends on the extent of the disability.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Death from a workplace injury also coveredIn situations where a worker loses their life due to a work-r…
…taken legal action against the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and four others over the result of the party's governorship primary election.Hon. Ejaife Omizu Odebala filed the suit, marked FHC/ABJ/CS/1636/2026, at the Federal High Court in Abuja, asking the court…
A video showing the finished grave of late actor Ogogo at his family home in Ilaro, Ogun State, surfaced online on Friday, September 4, 2026The grave was built with black marble and white gravel stones, bearing an inscription that honours him as a father and grandfatherFans who viewed the footage raised questions about…
The Independent National Electoral Commission has expressed its readiness to support the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board with biometric verification technology as part of efforts to deepen collaboration between the two federal agencies. The offer was made on Friday, when the JAMB Registrar, Prof. Segun Aina, l…