…the media to go beyond covering the opening ceremony and official statements, saying journalists should interrogate the data, follow the substantive sessions and report what was agreed, who would implement the recommendations and how progress would be measured. The NESG CEO similarly urged the media to hold government…

…held to commemorate the 2026 World Mental Health Day. Photo:Bankole Taiwo Speaking with journalists, Olajide said, “The mental health issues in Nigeria have gone to an epidemic level, particularly with the downturn of the economy. We used to talk about 1 in 4 persons living with mental health challenges. “But with all…

…Officer, SP Shi’isu Adam, confirmed the incidents in a statement made available to journalists in Dutse on Wednesday. Adam said the first incident occurred on September 29, 2026, at about 11:30pm when one Abbas Ibrahim, 27, of Nassarawa village, Gwaram LGA, allegedly entered the residence of his elder brother, Basiru S…

…which would be give an indication of what led to the crash are yet to be recovered. Journalists were denied access to the crash site, located about 500 metres east of the Naval Base, which had been cordoned off by the Navy. Some television journalists were arrested by Naval authorities for allegedly accessing the site…

…supporting documents for the expenditure, particularly the capital component. Addressing journalists in Abuja on Tuesday, Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee, Bamidele Salam, said the councils had repeatedly failed to honour invitations or submit documents required to resolve the audit queries. He said, “The last…

…Galadi, counsel to the first respondent, Dr Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, disclosed this to journalists on Tuesday after the court session concluded.Court of Appeal reserves judgment on the APC senatorial primary in Zamfara north Photo >He said the proceedings centred on the adoption of written briefs of argument by all par…

…It was carrying a Nigerian delegation comprising government officials, army officers and journalists when it came down. – 1992 – A Lockheed C-130H Hercules transport plane crashed and killed all 159 passengers aboard in Ejigbo, Lagos, shortly after taking off from Lagos airport on September 26. Most of the passengers w…

…Commissioner for Health, Banji Ajaka, disclosed this on Tuesday while speaking with journalists at the crash site. Ajaka said the swamp buggies were deployed because the aircraft had sunk deep into the swamp, making it difficult for rescuers to reach the wreckage. He said the aircraft crashed about 500 metres east of t…

…Overseer of Dayspring Assembly, Awada-Obosi, Pastor Harrison Anazodo, allegedly attacked journalists and cameramen while attempting to shield him from the media. The incident occurred as Anazodo arrived at the court for his trial before Justice Jude Obiora. The pastor was arrested by officials of the Anambra State Gove…

…Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Ogun Command, confirmed the incident in a statement released to journalists on Monday night.Nine people lose their lives in a fatal Ijebu-Ode/Ore Expressway crash as a Delta Line bus collides with a Sino Truck amid rainfall. Photo ImagesThe crash involved a white Toyota Hiace bus, marked 14B-29…

…other passengers were abducted in Niger State. The government consequently appealed to journalists and media organisations to adhere to professional standards by verifying information before publication to avoid spreading false, misleading and potentially alarming reports.

Egyptian security forces arrested six journalists working for the independent investigative journalism platform Matsda2sh last month, with their whereabouts unknown, Human Rights Watch said. Security forces arrested the journalists in raids across the country. They are: Abdallah Qadry, Mohamed Ashraf Abu Emeira, Islam…

…Ebem Ohafia Council of Chiefs and Elders. The confirmation message, made available to journalists by the Publicity Secretary of the community, Ifeanyi Okali, said: “Until his passing, HRH Eze Ukoha was the Ezieogo/Paramount Ruler of Ebem Ujuruezie, Ohafia, and Kpoke I of Ekeluogo Ebem Autonomous Community, in Ohafia Lo…

…of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, disclosed this while answering questions from journalists on security measures and the enforcement of the ban on public horse-riding in Kano. The suspects were arrested following investigations into the destruction of properties during tensions surrounding horse-riding and public proces…

…by the Command’s spokesperson, Bright Edafe, copies of which were made available to journalists in Warri on Sunday. ‎ ‎The statement read, “On October 3, 2026, at about 0830hrs, the Divisional Police Officer, Otu-Jeremi Division, acting on credible intelligence shared by the DPO Ovwian-Aladja Division, mobilised op…

…Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. “Allegations of sexual harassment were made by three female journalists against police officers,” Delhi police said in a statement, promising “a fair and impartial enquiry.” In a video posted on social media, a complainant said that a police officer pushed and touched her “inappropriately.”…

…in a suit marked FHC/L/CS/1233/2026. A certified true copy of the ruling was issued to journalists on Saturday. The company is seeking to preserve $13,924,343.32 and N157.5m awarded to it after an arbitration arising from water infrastructure projects executed in Ilesa West Local Government Area of Osun State. The fina…

…stated that the presentation of the officers allegedly involved in the incident before journalists by the NSCDC demonstrated that those connected with the case were available for investigation. “We believe that the investigation must now be allowed to establish precisely what happened, the respective roles of those inv…

…with his family, the management and staff of The Punch newspaper, the Nigerian Union of Journalists, Akwa Ibom State Council, and the entire media community, and pray that God Almighty grants everyone affected by this painful loss strength and fortitude to bear it,” the governor said. Also speaking, the Chairman of the…

…to protect the lives and property of rural dwellers. In a statement made available to journalists in Abuja, he alleged that the state government has remained docile while his kinsmen in Akpa-Mbakor are killed and property worth millions of Naira destroyed. He said the clash between Akpa-Mbakor and Agasha in Guma Local…

…Expressway. Photo >As reported by Vanguard, Bosso stated this while speaking to journalists about the ongoing operation.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!"Yesterday we were in the bush; we trailed them up to a particular location. But at that point in time, we couldn't mov…

…Relations Officer, Edo State Command, ASP Eno Ikoedem, disclosed this while briefing journalists on the operational achievements of the command on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, CP Patrick Daaor. Ikoedem said the arrests and recovery were recorded during sustained intelligence-led operations focused on tackling…

…The Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, stated this while briefing journalists at the command’s headquarters in Bompai, Kano State. 10. Veteran actor, Olu Jacobs has been laid to rest, with family, friends and colleagues gathering for his funeral service on Friday at This Present House Church, Lekki, Lagos…

…Okon was arrested following a petition by the Stand For Humanity Foundation. Speaking to journalists after the proceedings, the foundation’s president, Chidiebube Okeoma, said the organisation initiated the petition and arrest process to draw attention to the legal consequences of child abuse. Okeoma, a journalist and…

…State House of Assembly, Mukhtar Isa Hazo and other associates, was made available to journalists in Kaduna on Thursday. The former allies, under the aegis of Kaduna De-Initiative, said they supported, campaigned for and defended El-Rufai, while helping to build political structures across the state before their relati…