…time, there is nothing to suggest anyone else has been involved. "Their relatives are aware and are being supported by specialist officers." by Linda Ikeji at 29/07/2026 12:49 PM | Share this Story

…received the star prize of ₦1,000,000. Chrisland School secured second place and was awarded ₦750,000, while Praise Generation College finished third and received ₦500,000 in recognition of their outstanding creativity, originality and an artistic interpretation of the competition theme. Speaking at the event, the Mana…

…and contributions touched the lives of those around him. "He will be remembered for his warm personality, generosity, dedication to his work, and willingness to support others," Oyewole added. He said the fundraiser was aimed at raising £10,000 to cover funeral and burial expenses, transportation, immediate financial s…

Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has honoured two indigenes of the state who emerged as the overall best and second-best graduating students at the 2026 Nigerian Law School graduation ceremony, rewarding them with N5 million each and promising to sponsor their postgraduate studies abroad. The governor anno…

…main communications platforms and officials have repeatedly tried to block access or thwart its success in a bid to pressure Durov to hand over user data or push Russians to use an unencrypted state-backed alternative. The FSB security service said it had launched international search proceedings for Durov, who is also…

By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo The Birnin Gwari Emirate Progressives Union (BEPU) has expressed deep concern over the reported deadly clash involving suspected illegal miners in Randagi community of Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State, calling for a thorough and transparent investigation into the incident. The d…

…England’s Football Association (FA) also voiced major concerns. “We were completely unaware of this proposal and have no substantive details, including what the proposition actually is, and what conditions are attached,” it said in a statement on Wednesday. “Based on the limited information, we are deeply concerned abo…

…including actions that could amount to a breach of the contract.The court also awarded ₦53 million in costs and damages against the singer in favour of Eric Many Limited.According to the ruling, the contractual relationship between Runtown and Eric Many remains in force. As a consequence, any performances, appearances,…

…days earlier, on Sunday, July 26, a separate attack hit Naridon Village in Kamaru Ward, Kauru LGA, Kaduna state, killing about 30 people, among them women and children. Homes were also destroyed during the violence, forcing many residents to flee the area.The Forum described both incidents as deeply troubling and said…

…between Edo and Delta, there is manifest bias by the Minister of Works. You cannot go to Warri from Benin, you can't go to Asaba from Benin, you can't go to Auchi from Benin, you can't go to Auchi from Okene from Benin. What have we done wrong? I think the Minister has consistently shown that there is no Federal alloca…

…her hand and proclaiming his "love". He first approached the lone woman as she walked towards the busy interchange and attempted to start a conversation about the music she was listening to. Obichukwu then put his arm around the victim's shoulder, asked her back to his house, and pursued her down Euston Road. Obichukwu…

…that full enforcement of its cashless fare payment policy will begin on August 1, warning commuters who pay cash for rides on regulated public transport services that they may face penalties. The authority said the enforcement is designed to strengthen accountability, improve transparency and ensure compliance with ele…

…and other custodians of Ezza culture for their continued remarkable roles in creating awareness and upholding the rich cultural heritage of the Ezza nation. Governor Francis Nwifuru, who graced the occasion as the special guest of honour, was received with warmth and admiration by the people. Traditional gunshots rent…

…the governor's support, JMartins appealed to Nigerians to continue offering assistance toward the actress's outstanding medical expensesPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Abia state Governor Alex Otti has approved payment of the first instalment of medical bills for veteran Nollywood a…

…marriage Ghana Police Service has arrested a suspected romance scammer, Nana Yaw Bonsu Kwarteng, for allegedly defrauding women through false marriage promises and the non-consensual sharing of intimate images. According to a statement issued on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, preliminary investigations indicate that the suspe…

…without directly answering the question. Senate Intelligence Committee vice chair Mark Warner said he “came away from his confirmation hearing with serious reservations about whether he would be willing to stand up to political pressure.” “I sincerely hope he proves those concerns unfounded, because the Intelligence Co…

…a protest over the alleged manipulation of ship manifests by some shipping companies, warning that they will expose those responsible if urgent action is not taken. The agents said the practice could disrupt port operations and further weaken the country’s fragile economy. Former ANLCA Vice President, Kayode Farinto, a…

…that the House lacked the constitutional authority to determine civil liability or award damages.The company contended that the report was unconstitutional because the determination of liability for alleged civil wrongs and the award of compensation are matters reserved exclusively for the courts under the provisions o…

…reportedly declined to release him on medical grounds.The Divisional Police Officer, Gwarinpa Division, Naseer Gusau, also confirmed that Ighodaro was arrested in Abuja before he was taken to hospital after reportedly falling ill. Pastor Perfect said: “We are traumatized and in a very bad situation. We appeal to the po…

…car for every 574 people, yet the country had already taken its first serious steps toward building a homegrown automobile industry.Three assembly plants were in operation at the time. Federated Motor Industries was based in Apapa, while Volkswagen Nigeria had its facility in Lagos. Peugeot Automobile Nigeria operated…

…environment By Yinka Kolawole The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, LCCI, has warned that Nigeria risks losing its position as Africa’s leading technology hub unless the government accelerates policy reforms, expands digital infrastructure and creates a more predictable regulatory environment to attract investmen…

…warns Nigeria’s collateral-backed borrowing could complicate debt restructuring FORMER World Bank President David Malpass has said that repeated currency devaluations are deepening poverty in developing countries, as falling exchange rates drive up the cost of food, fuel and medicine while eroding the value of pay and…

…He added that the governor assured affected residents of government support and warned that anyone found to have violated building regulations, deviated from approved plans or compromised construction standards would face prosecution. The Ogun State Government also appreciated the Lagos State Government for its swift i…

…the monarch said, “A major lesson that I learned from my mother, which I am working towards, is giving to the needy and less privileged as a habit and making sure I give back to society. “Our mother lived and died a kind woman; her life symbolised love. She loved everybody and wanted people around her to be happy. She…

…exchanged strikes. However, fresh developments on Tuesday signalled possible progress towards reopening the waterway. Meanwhile, Reuters reported that Iran had proposed to Oman a temporary arrangement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz under which one direction of maritime traffic would pass through Iranian waters, while p…