…inside Love of Christ Generation Church in Osun state captured Davido's uncle in a ceremonial processionThe footage surfaced shortly after Davido's uncle secured a gubernatorial election win in Osun state, drawing online attentionNigerians flooded the comments section with reactions ranging from humour to surprise at t…
…the welfare of its citizens. According to him, “Today’s event is far more than a ceremonial unveiling of documents. It is a public declaration of our administration’s commitment to planning with purpose, governing with evidence, and delivering development that is inclusive, measurable and sustainable. “Without reliable…
…metres or seconds, but in 25 years of progress. They walked through displays featuring iconic devices, memorable campaigns, technology and cultural moments that have defined different generations of Nigerians. For athletes whose own stories are still being written, seeing the evolution of MTN offered an important remin…
…at Roberts International Airport near Monrovia. Photo: Getty. Image just for illustrationImagesLiberian Information Minister Jerolinmek Piah said the 1,200 deportees would not be limited to African nationals. The group will also include people from North America, South America and the Caribbean, AP reports.What Liberia…
…power project. Residents of Gbelebu turned out in large numbers to celebrate the commissioning, expressing optimism that the availability of electricity would stimulate economic activities and improve their quality of life. The project is expected to provide a more reliable electricity supply to the community and creat…
…States and other countries in recent years, and its precursor chemicals are tightly monitored internationally because small amounts can be used to produce large quantities of the drug. According to the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, synthetic opioids like fentanyl remained the leading cause of drug over…
…On the substance of the fuel subsidy debate, Wike accused Atiku of inconsistency, questioning his integrity as a leader. “Atiku, who is confused? Who acts like a voodoo economist? Atiku would say anything just to be president. This was a man in 2022 who said he was going to remove the fuel subsidy because it was a frau…
…provisions were increasingly being used against journalists. “The escalating weaponisation of cybercrime provisions to target journalists is a deeply alarming trend that continues to intensify across Africa, including in Mali, Zambia and Nigeria, among others,” Simanje said. She said the development highlighted the nee…
…in my village. The child was practically raised by a m@d woman. "Should we start mentioning diseases associated with pregnancy and childbirth such as: "1. Dangerous high blood pressure during pregnancy that can damage the kidneys, liver, brain and other organs (Pre eclampsia). Do you know the number of women with blood…
…Means for BusinessesDiesel occupies a critical role in Nigeria's economy because of chronic gaps in the public electricity supply, with businesses across sectors depending on generators to keep operations running. Transport companies, manufacturers, telecoms operators, construction firms and other diesel-reliant busine…
…decision to suspend the electoral process comes at a time when stakeholders are questioning the direction of Nigerian football administration at all levels.The NFF has not publicly addressed the reported investigations or the summons to the presidential villa.NFF set up fact-finding committeeLegit.ng previously reporte…
…and the international community to take note of this disturbing development and closely monitor political activities in Orlu and other parts of the state ahead of the 2027 elections. “If the APC and its officials truly enjoy the confidence of the people, they should go to the polls and earn their votes. Elections must…
…commissioner noted that the command’s cybercrime units and intelligence personnel were monitoring public digital spaces and would take action against individuals involved in online hate speech, electoral disinformation and cyber harassment. He also disclosed that the command had established a Police Youth Dialogue to s…
…identified people whom the gang allegedly approached as potential buyers and are questioning them about whether any sale was planned. by Linda Ikeji at 20/08/2026 12:00 PM | Share this Story
…she could reach a local market to sell produce in the town of Kalimpong. Her husband, Noni, 55, desperate to find his wife, formed a search party with his neighbours after becoming concerned when she failed to come back in the evening. The head of the village, Suardi Rosi told AFP that her husband "found her belongings…
…for all you do."She later took to Instagram to share the clip with her followers, captioning it: "Courtesy visit to Pasuma Empire. Thank you for having me."“You Are the 4th Man in Nigeria”: Pasuma’s Powerful Remark to Eniola Badmus Gets People Talking. React to Eniola's Visit to Pasuma The post quickly drew attention o…
…said. He was subsequently detained at Surat and taken to the RPF office for questioning, where he reportedly collapsed. He was rushed to the Surat Municipal Institute of Medical Education and Research Hospital, “where doctors declared him dead on arrival.” The Surat GRP has registered a case of “accidental death”, whil…
…“Nigeria belongs to all of us. Political leaders must resist the temptation to weaponise ethnicity or religion. Statements capable of inflaming ethnic, religious or regional tensions have no place in a healthy democracy. “Political disagreement should never become personal hatred. Today’s opponent may become tomorrow’s…
Court remands man for allegedly poisoning two children to d3ath in Benue A Magistrates' Court in Makurdi on Wednesday ordered that Utim Ukerchia be remanded in a correctional centre for allegedly causing the d3ath of two children in Daudu, Guma Local Government Area of Benue StateThe police charged Ukerchia with culpab…
…attempts are under way," he told AFP. Gregoire Mvongo, governor of the eastern Cameroonian region, said on public CRTV radio that they were "working in close collaboration with our Central African colleagues to deal with the aftermath of this tragedy". See video of the incident below. View this post on Instagram A po…
By Babajide Komolafe Moniepoint Microfinance Bank has launched a new savings campaign in partnership with Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele, to encourage Nigerians to build stronger financial resilience and stay “One Step Ahead” of unexpected financial challenges. The campaign, tagged “One Step Ahead”, co…
…effective, and efficient legal aid to indigent Nigerians, has repeatedly lamented a chronic paucity of funds that hinders its operations. Determined to ensure free access to justice for juvenile offenders, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), on August 10, unveiled a N120 million strategic partnership with the…
By Soni Daniel SOMETHING positive appears to be stirring in Benue State. For a state long associated with insecurity, deaths, abandoned infrastructure and economic hardship, a new narrative of roads, bridges, industries and improved healthcare is beginning to emerge, with residents expressing renewed optimism over the…
…184536/9. According to the deponent, the Customs Area Controller directed officers to monitor the container on July 8, 2026. He stated that when the container was examined on July 13, 2026, Customs officers allegedly discovered firearms and ammunition concealed inside it. The discovery, he said, led to the arrest of th…
…Of the number, 122 have been nominated, four have declared, and one is still being monitored. A check on the INEC website showed that the commission had yet to publish the total number of 2027 governorship candidates, with its official 2027 election page stating under the list of candidates that “This will be available…