…interest in India because in public perception, members of India's powerful judiciary are meant to lead by example. Twisha's parents and siblings alleged that she was tortured by Singh and his mother over dowry demands and that she was murd£red. The model's mother-in-law Giribala called the accusations "baseless" and a…

…be channeled through the appropriate security authorities. "Your cooperation is crucial to ensuring public safety," he said. by Linda Ikeji at 19/08/2026 5:11 PM | Share this Story

…positions and surveillance across their area of responsibility. According to a Special Situation Report obtained by security analyst Zagazola Makama, locals in Tsaure alerted troops at about 10:25 a.m. on Aug. 19 after observing a suspicious young man identified as Sa'adu Sama, from Girtaji village in Musawa LGA. The s…

…issued a formal statement confirming the crash and fatalities, marking its first official acknowledgement of deathsThe Air Accident Investigation Department has taken charge of the inquiry into the cause of the crashPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Police have confirmed that all seve…

…Akane, and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye SeyeThe Trump administration added both officials to its sanctions list as part of its campaign against what it calls a corrupt and politicised courtJapan, the ICC's biggest funder, and the European Union pushed back against the US move, backing the court's independencePAY ATTEN…

The programme is designed for young graduates seeking careers in fleet management, logistics and operationsSuccessful candidates will receive structured technical and professional training, as well as practical exposure to fleet and transportation operationsApplicants must be 30 years old or younger, hold a relevant de…

Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has advised politicians to respect their opponents and ensure that campaigns for the 2027 general election are issue-based. Speaking on Wednesday during the flag-off of the second tenure bid of President Bola Tinubu at the Oxbow Lake in Yenagoa by a political group, PBAT D…

…Federal Capital Territory. According to a statement issued by the minister’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, the minister said the inspection was aimed at assessing the progress of projects inaugurated during the FCT Administration’s third anniversary and determining wh…

…States and other countries. Dr Stephanie Prost, a University of Louisville researcher specialising in older adults in prison settings, told the BBC that many prison systems now have inmates facing similar age-related challenges. “We’re not the only jurisdiction that’s facing that ageing-related crisis, because similar…

…the Nigeria Governors’ Forum. Olatunji said the growing movement of personal and commercial information across borders had made data protection an important consideration for businesses seeking to invest or enter partnerships. He said, “A lot of countries that don’t have your data protection law, no party is ready to d…

…complex is intended to provide a conducive and functional working environment for judicial officers, court staff and legal practitioners, while improving the overall administration of justice and access to judicial services in the state. “The project is expected to significantly improve the working environment and oper…

…filed by lawyers acting on behalf of the president.President Bola Tinubu attends an official engagement amid a legal challenge over his academic credentials. Photo: ABATChallenges Tinubu Suit Transfer To AbujaThe CFRPA filed suit number FHC/KN/CS/312/2026 in Kano on June 26, 2026, challenging the academic credentials P…

…has returned to the country from his two-week leave, resuming two days ahead of his officially scheduled return date of August 20, 2026. Highly placed officials working with the Vice President confirmed to The PUNCH that Shettima returned to Abuja late Tuesday, August 18, 2026. “He returned yesterday evening,” said one…

…Ademola Adeleke, following his victory in the August 15 governorship election. The Special Assistant on Digital Media to the Governor, Olalekan Badmus, disclosed this in a post on X on Wednesday. “Governor Ademola Adeleke receives Certificate of Return from @inecnigeria as the winner of August 15th, 2026 gubernatorial…

…Lists wage increases, infrastructure, NELFUND, social transfers as benefits of reforms By Emma Ujah ABUJA — The Federal Government has said reforms involving the removal of fuel subsidy and the liberalisation of the naira generated savings of N15.8 trillion for the Federation between June 2023 and December 2025. The M…

…further argued that the presence of several political heavyweights and government officials in Osun did not translate into electoral victory for the APC. “Despite the federal might, despite the 30 governors, 45 members of the National Assembly, national chairman, Senate president, Speaker, all congregating in Osun, APC…

…alleged involvement in diabolical practices, as well as severe physical and financial abuse. She added that her 'beauty and wealth 'were not enough to save her two failed marriages.''I ran from marriage because of Juju. I married someone I didn't know. I actually think the marriage was nonsense.There was a day he beat…

…the United Kingdom over a rape allegation. The rumours, which began circulating across social media platforms, allege that Poco Lee was detained by British authorities. However, neither the UK police nor the dancer's official management team have confirmed any arrest or formal charges. Reacting to the development via h…

…hearty when he attended the gathering and participated in the traditional activities associated with the event. He said the deceased later left the venue for his residence alone but was subsequently reported missing, prompting members of his family to search for him throughout the night. Ogalagu alleged that Ubochi was…

…before the election, referring to the freezing of accounts by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. “The 1n20 million that went out like a week before the election that prompted the EFCC to freeze their account shows that something is not right. “Why don’t you send those to the people six months ago?” he asked.…

…- Bobrisky calls out KC Luxury's friends for denying him after his arrest Nigerian socialite Bobrisky has strongly criticized the associates and celebrity friends of luxury shopper, Afolabi Kazeem Micheal, popularly known as "KayCee Luxury," following his recent arrest by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA…

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…in this election, the President of Nigeria is the number one controller of violence, officially, because he is Commander-in-Chief for good and for bad. So, if he is not there, it shows that this is not a serious affair," he said The AAC candidate argued that Tinubu's physical presence would have given the accord greate…

…August 18, 2026, Chukwumerije published a formal public notice addressed to banks, financial institutions, policyholders, creditors, debtors, agents and the wider public, announcing the commencement of the receivership. He said he had assumed full control and management of Universal Insurance Plc under the authority of…

…an annual event celebrating Yoruba traditional religion, culture, and heritage.The Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to the governor, Kayode Akinmade, announced the decision in an official statement, saying the move reflected the administration's dedication to preserving Yoruba cultural identity and tradition…