…of Nigeria (NOUN), who had petitioned the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, over their continued exclusion from the Law School. The petition, signed by the group’s president, Adefowora Adedeji, and Secretary-General, Samuel Udofia, described the action as discriminatory an…

…motivated to return stronger after the setback, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Olatoye finished eighth with a best throw of 63.27m, unable to challenge the leading contenders in a high-quality final dominated by Canada’s Camryn Rogers. Rogers successfully defended her Commonwealth title in style, setting a new Games recor…

…Initiative Network at the 19th African Security Watch Awards in BanjulJimoh was recognised for crime prevention strategies he introduced during his time as Commissioner of Police in Lagos StateThe award was delivered to Jimoh's Lagos office after he could not attend the ceremony in The Gambia due to official commitment…

…out.But I didn't hand it back.My eyes locked onto the image, and the air completely vanished from my lungs."David..." I whispered, my voice shaking. "What… what is this? And where did this photo come from?">"It's just an old memory," he said quietly, his smile instantly fading."Please, just give it back to me," David p…

…school renovations, ambulance provision, and security vehicles among the administration's key achievementsNYCN coordinator Comrade Olowoyobiojo Kayode urged the chairman to deepen investments in youth development, digital innovation, and employment opportunitiesPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and ou…

…and trade facilitation. “The deployment forms part of the ongoing reform and modernisation agenda of the NCS under the leadership of Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, aimed at building a technology-driven, transparent, efficient, and globally competitive 21st Century Customs Service,” Miko stated. Accord…

…officials before the assault on Iran-aligned militias in Iraq. Meanwhile, Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi postponed a planned trip to Riyadh, citing "today's events." The US-Saudi strikes triggered fierce criticism from multiple wings of Iraqi politics, with former Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani cautioning ag…

…The Nigerian-born academic achieved the feat while serving as an Associate Professor in UNISA’s Department of Mathematical Sciences, completing her PhD in just three years despite balancing the responsibilities of motherhood. Ighedo’s academic journey began at Delta State University, where she obtained a Bachelor of Sc…

…brother and former bandmate, Paul Okoye (Rudeboy), of exploiting the public outcry to tarnish his reputation. Although he did not explicitly name his brother, Peter alleged that this forms part of a recurring pattern of character assassination, declaring that he would no longer tolerate such actions. The friction follo…

…delivering the keynote address at the 7th Africa Emerging Markets Forum in Abuja, organised by the Central Bank of Nigeria in collaboration with the Emerging Markets Forum and the Centre for the Study of the Economies of Africa. He cautioned governments against allowing fears of job losses associated with AI in advance…

…and undermining confidence in French and European institutions.The French Interior Ministry confirmed the expulsion order on Wednesday, July 29. A source close to the case said Fedorova has since been placed under house arrest and is required to report daily to a police station while awaiting further legal proceedings.…

…and reformation of inmates,” the statement added. Nwakuche also said his administration had prioritised the healthcare needs of female inmates, describing them as one of the most vulnerable groups in custodial facilities. “Describing female inmates as one of the most vulnerable groups within custodial facilities, CGC N…

By Dennis Agbo Former South-East spokesman to President Bola Tinubu and Chairman of the Forum of Former Members of the Enugu State House of Assembly, Josef Onoh, has dismissed allegations that the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, interfered in the administration of the University of Abuja. In a statement issued…

The Director General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has charged Nigeria and the entire African continent to be deliberate in adding value to the continent’s huge mineral resources before export. Speaking on Wednesday in Abuja at the 7th African Emerging Markets Forum hosted by the Centr…

…development and national prosperity. Earlier, Adetunmbi commended the Tinubu administration’s economic and structural reforms, including the creation of the regional development commissions. He also praised Shettima’s leadership of the National Economic Council for driving tangible governance improvements at the subnat…

…as Nigeria's first live-action superhero as the company pushes to build a globally recognised African entertainment franchise.The Nigerian entertainment company said the high-fidelity digital model was developed to professional production standards and will serve as the master asset for future projects spanning animati…

…to extreme weather conditions and environmental degradation. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, Ede Yakubu, disclosed this while speaking with journalists on Wednesday in Lafia, the state capital. Yakubu said the ban was introduced because of the high rate of deforestation caused by…

…complainant until delivery.The judge held that the sentence is not intended to only punish the convict but also to remind members of the society that those who Impregnate girls will be held accountable under the law. He said that the law protects the dignity, welfare and future of women and children, saying that the co…

…(CIF) value of more than ₦59 million to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, saying the seizure prevented dangerous medicines from reaching unsuspecting Nigerians. The handover, according to a statement issued by the service on Wednesday, took place at the command’s headquarters in Port H…

…with expired visas at airports across the country, marking an expansion of the Trump administration's immigration enforcement campaign. According to a report by The New York Times published on Wednesday, officers from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have detained travellers at check-in counters, boar…

…anticipated flooding across the territory. The exercise followed directives by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, to mitigate predicted disasters through early intervention, public sensitisation and assessment of vulnerable communities. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the campaign began in Gwagwalada Area Council w…

…particularly striking is that the growth was not achieved through extreme sacrifice or punishing work schedules. PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!During the same period she was building her savings, Chiletam was paying off borrowed money, covering rent and utility bills,…

…fake agency. She said the Office of the Head of the Civil Service did not approve an organisational structure for the council, contrary to claims that it enjoyed full government recognition. Walson-Jack said the only approvals granted by her office were an authorised establishment and a provisional recruitment waiver b…

The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has restated his administration’s commitment to making schools across the state safe, saying the protection of children and teachers is non-negotiable amid rising security concerns nationwide. “The protection of children and teachers is non-negotiable amid rising security concerns…

…and fifteen sections for broader coverage, while recommending that enforcement be harmonised with existing national laws regulating medical and allied health professions. Contributing during debate, lawmakers praised the committee’s work and described the bill as timely, citing recent incidents involving unqualified pe…