…for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have filed asylum claims, with Nigerians among the nationalities seeking refugee protection after the tournament. Canadian immigration authorities confirmed that the applications were submitted by foreign nationals who entered the country during the World Cup, which Canada co-hosted alongsid…

In today’s evening’s trending stories, there are new developments at the National Assembly on the prohibition of preaching and hawking in commercial buses, where the Senate said that the ban is not a new policy, insisting that the restriction has been in place since 2007. On the other hand, President Bola Tinubu declin…

…threat to public safety and the lives of innocent citizens. Speaking with journalists during a routine project inspection on Monday, Wike acknowledged that while the newly constructed and smooth road networks across the capital territory had attracted praise, motorists and thrill-seekers must not convert residential st…

…weapons. According to the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ahmad Rufa’i, the Divisional Police Officer in Bodinga immediately mobilised tactical units, including the Anti-Kidnapping Unit and the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU), alongside other security personnel, to confront the attackers. Rufa’i said the joint…

…that this may be responsible for the persistence of banditry, kidnapping and other criminal activities. Abah made the allegation during his pastoral visit to the Methodist Holy Trinity Cathedral Church, Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, where he urged leaders to unite and take decisive action to end insecurity. The cleric said…

…as it cites bias against Africa Chad has announced plans to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), arguing that the court's effectiveness has been "limited and uneven" and accusing it of disproportionately focusing on African countries.The announcement was made on Monday, July 27, in a statement by a gov…

NPC ends manual birth registration The National Population Commission (NPC) has announced the end of manual registration for births and deaths across Nigeria, warning that certificates issued outside its new electronic registration platform will no longer be recognised.The commission said its Electronic Civil Registrat…

…two other alleged gang members, had been on the run for nearly a decade when cops finally tracked him down to a property in Costa Rica's Sarapiquí region, according to investigative outlet Insight Crime. The seasoned criminal issued an armed response to the police presence, with at least eight cops suffering gunshot wo…

…to leave.The Football Association, Premier League, English Football League, National League and Women's Super League have all backed the proposal. However, approval from the International Football Association Board (IFAB) is still required before the trial can begin.If approved in time, the rule could make its debut du…

…nation ever to reach the knockout stage, and doing so on their first appearance at the finals. Lopes claiming the goal of the tournament award added further recognition to what the island nation achieved in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.Cape Verde receives hero’s welcomeLegit.ng previously reported that Cape Ve…

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to star in and executive produce a fictional TV drama about a UK soccer agent called Stanley DaltonKingsman director Matthew Vaughn is collaborating with Ronaldo on the project, which has already begun filming in LondonThierry Henry and rapper Dave are among the big names reportedly set to feat…

…CJP has set up a legal fund to help meet the expenses of protesters implicated in criminal cases by the police, Saurav Das, another spokesperson for the youth-led movement, said. The movement has won millions of followers on social media since it was launched in May by 30-year-old public relations graduate Abhijeet Dip…

The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has unveiled national minimum standards and implementation guidelines aimed at strengthening inclusive and special education in Nigeria’s basic education system, with a renewed focus on ensuring that no child is denied access to quality education because of disability or…

…Daily Sun reports that a South African delegation, led by the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, arrived in Abuja on Friday, July 24, with what was described as a "very important message" for the Nigerian leader. The development comes less than 24 hours after the reported k!lling of a N…

…Ukwuoma, inflicting injuries on him. "On receiving the distress report, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) promptly mobilized officers to the scene, arrested the suspect, and rescued him from an angry mob. "Both victims were taken to the hospital, where Chibuike Friday was confirmed de@d, while Bright Ukwuoma is recei…

…case. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said last week that US President Donald Trump has no plans to intervene while Andrew and Tristan Tate await extradition proceedings to the UK. by Linda Ikeji at 27/07/2026 3:55 PM | Share this Story

…as proof that the strategy was yielding results, noting that the calibre of personalities in attendance reflected growing unity within the party. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Chief Festus Keyamo and others during the Delta Central APC Stakeholders' Strategic Meeting held at the Petroleum Training Ins…

…operatives of the command, acting on credible intelligence and technical intelligence analysis, on 25 July 2026, arrested four suspects at their hideout along St. Brigid's Road, Asaba. The suspects are Johna Omarocha (m), Kelvin Onogho (m), Nkechi Nnaji (f), and Ufuoma Joshua (m). Edafe mentioned that a search at the h…

…the Chief of the Air Staff's command philosophy of building a highly motivated, professional and mission-ready force capable of delivering decisive air power in coordination with ground forces. "The successful completion of the acceptance process confirms that the three aircraft, designated NAF 01, NAF 02 and NAF 03, h…

…lasted several months, the physical conversion of the building into a fully operational television production facility was completed within two months. The house, located adjacent to the live television studio, has been designed to accommodate more than 20 contestants while providing uninterrupted camera coverage acros…

…embassy issued the advisory in a post shared on its official X account, urging international visitors to verify their authorised period of stay through their electronic arrival record after entering the United States.Who decides how long visitors can stay?According to the

…NigeriansFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Pascal Oparada is a journalist with Legit.ng, covering technology, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy for over a decade.Digital lending platforms in Nigeria are facing renewed scrutiny after the Chairman of the Alliance for Economic Research and Et…

…Auditor-General for the Federation. Following that approval, the office received additional requests from the purported council, including applications for self-accounting status, deployment of personnel, opening of Treasury Single Account and domiciliary accounts, as well as funding approvals. Ogunjimi, however, stres…

…will take on the role of the United Kingdom’s Governor to the World Bank, taking personal leadership of the country’s engagement on international development and climate finance. The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office announced the appointment on Monday, saying Miliband would attend the World Bank’s Annual…

…persons with disabilities, senior citizens and other indigent persons. Briefing journalists in Akure on Monday, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Dr Seun Osamaye, said the event would hold at the International Event Centre (The Dome), Alagbaka, from 10 a.m. According to her, Hajia Shettima, who…