…her to sustain her pursuit of excellence and motivate other young people to aspire to similar heights. Thus, he called on parents, teachers, religious institutions and other stakeholders to continue nurturing young talents by providing them with the support and opportunities needed to develop their abilities and contri…

…how to derive more benefits rather than fighting over what has already been allocated.” Similarly, the President-General of the Ughelli Descendants Union, Sam Akpemegi, said the company had improved security since it began operations, noting that both visible and intelligence-based strategies had been deployed. “They h…

…Goodluck Jonathan, Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, Olusegun Obasanjo and Sani Abacha, saying similar complaints about hunger had been made under each government. “Yesterday it was Buhari, people are hungry. The day before yesterday it was Jonathan, people are hungry. “Before then it was Yar’Adua, people are hungry. Before then it…

…provide food for the family," Dan'iya said.The tragedy occurred exactly one year after a similar boat accident in Kijio community, also in Goronyo Local Government Area.40 people feared dead as boat capsizesPreviously, Legit.ng reported that at least 40 people are feared dead after a wooden canoe capsized in Gorau town…

…for news of their relatives. The latest incident occurred exactly one year after a similar boat accident in Kijio community, also in Goronyo Local Government Area. Meanwhile, a senior NEMA official who identified himself simply as Alhaji Ibrahim said the agency had mobilised personnel to the community to join the rescu…

…“Investigators are also trying to establish how long the suspect has been involved in similar acts of impersonation and extortion,” the source said. The suspect remains in DSS custody and is being interrogated, while investigators are probing how he obtained the Service’s uniform and other tactical equipment. The sourc…

…and Section 4(2) of the Abduction, Hostage Taking, Kidnapping, Secret Cult and Other Similar Activities Prohibition Law of Benue, 2017. by Linda Ikeji at 20/08/2026 9:27 AM | Share this Story

…candidate can spend as much as N10bn, a single donor cannot contribute more than N500m. Similarly, a governorship candidate’s N3bn spending ceiling is six times the maximum individual donation. Presidential race The presidential race features incumbent President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress; former Vice…

…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 issues are percolating in Australia and England,” she said. A 2025 study found that the number of prisoners…

…platform, improving institutional understanding and promoting consistency in compliance. Similarly, the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Walson-Jack, represented by Joy Baderin, Director Overseeing the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Special Duties Office, said responsible handling of personal infor…

…experience from a previous trip to the UK, recounting how he was nearly targeted by a similar false allegation. According to Mr Real, during a past UK tour, a show organiser brought a group of women to his accommodation after showing him their photos. He explained that after drinking and chatting together, he retired t…

…as a substitute in Bayern's friendly with FC Heidenheim on Tuesday night. It follows a similar incident in Saturday's friendly against RB Leipzig, but the Germany international says there is no long-term health risk. He posted on Instagram: "First things first, I am doing well. I am incredibly grateful for your message…

…to short-stay visas, which typically cover tourism, business travel, family visits, and similar purposes, generally for stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.Who qualifies for France visa-free visitMeanwhile, Legit.ng reported that France's official visa portal published the categories o…

…per cent last year. Its nominal budget rose from N1.81tn in 2025 to N2.29tn in 2026. Similarly, the South-South region raised its capital expenditure from 58 per cent of the total N5.26tn in 2025 to 70 per cent of the overall budget of N8.08tn. Another region that raised its spending on capital projects is the North-We…

…and commitment with the bereaved families," he added. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh similarly said he was "deeply saddened" by the d£aths. "My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families of all those who lost their lives in this heart-wrenching incident," he said online. "I pray for the swift recovery of the injure…

…federal roads across Sokoto East, despite his position at the Federal Ministry of Works. Similarly, Taloka said the defectors were joining the ADC because they wanted a political platform that would prioritise the welfare and security of the people. “This is not about personal interest. We are responding to the yearnin…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has said the limited time left in his tenure will not stop his administration from delivering quality projects that will improve the lives of residents. Fubara said his administration would continue to provide critical infrastructure and address pressing development needs befor…

…recalled that during the swearing-in of the 27 local government chairmen in 2025, he had similarly cautioned them against absenteeism and administering their councils from outside the secretariat. Gov Namadi threatens action against Jigawa’s absentee local government chairmen

…chaired by former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd.), has facilitated similar accords in previous election cycles to promote democratic stability and reduce political tensions. However, speaking to journalists on the sidelines of the ceremony, Sowore dismissed the accord as a “ritual”, citing deaths re…

…in a democratic society" he said The former president recalled that, as president, similar situations arose during the 2013 Anambra and 2014 Ekiti governorship elections where senior political leaders mobilised and descended on the states. "Upon being briefed, I ordered party leaders and senior government officials to…

…the deaths of 50 people in Osun State’s August 15 governorship election as proof that similar pacts have failed to prevent political violence in the past. Sowore made the claim while fielding questions from our correspondent when he spoke to journalists on the sidelines of the National Peace Accord signing ceremony org…

…raises an issue that demands national attention,” he said. He also pointed out that similar political outings were recorded during the off-cycle elections in Ekiti and Ondo State, describing the trend as unusual. “It is not a practice that should become normal in a democratic society”, Jonathan added. ‘Demands national…

…$5.40, equivalent to N7,344. In Tanzania, with a population of about 66.3 million and similar cement demand, the product sold for about $4.80, equivalent to N6,528, while in Togo, which the commission said had no limestone deposits, cement retailed at about $6.75, or N9,180 per bag. The statement noted, “In Kenya, for…

…industrial parks, universities, mining operations, and manufacturing clusters could similarly become anchor customers for distributed generation. 3. Microsoft is helping bring a retired nuclear reactor back into service Microsoft entered into a 20-year electricity purchase agreement with Constellation that supported pl…

…shift sourcing decisions away from imports.The price difference in the diesel market is similarly pronounced. MEMAN put the spot import-parity price of Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) at N1,649.52 per litre, while Dangote Refinery's AGO gantry price stands at N1,570 per litre, making locally refined diesel N79.52 cheaper per…