…he gave as his reason for stepping outside and shooting at the gathering.Police responded promptly after receiving a report of the incident, arresting Mukthar at the scene along with a second suspect. The pump-action gun allegedly used in the attack was also recovered by officers.According to Daily Independent, the pol…

…gambit rattles Tinubu,” is a well-crafted political opinion. Kayode Adebiyi’s rejoinder of 24 August, also in these pages, addressed most of the fiscal errors in Kperogi’s argument. What both pieces left mainly intact, and what this debate urgently needs, […] The post Why Atiku’s subsidy arithmetic cannot survive conta…

…its commitment through action. He said, “As a member of the host community, it is indeed a welcome development because we welcome any genuine commitment towards the resumption and completion of the oil exploration activities at Kolmani. “We consider it necessary to state clearly that the people of Bauchi State and the…

…taking any irreversible decision on the choice of its candidate. The organisation recommended a transparent mechanism for resolving any dispute over the outcome of the primary. It further urged all parties involved to exercise restraint and pursue their grievances through peaceful and lawful channels. The group said th…

Amnesty International and Yiaga Africa have condemned the Chairman of Kuje Area Council, Federal Capital Territory, Samuel Shekwolo, over alleged threats to eject residents who refuse to join or vote for the All Progressives Congress in 2027. Amnesty, in a post on X, described the alleged threat as a call to violence a…

…just N108.65m. Against this, the available records showed that N420.01bn was identified under Government House, Governor’s Office and related executive administration expenditure, while another N92.09bn was spent under travel and transport budget heads. The combined amount stood at N512.10bn. The six-month salary of al…

…before their court hearingThe guide also covers separate rules that apply to anyone under the age of 18 who faces criminal chargesPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!The UK government has published official guidance explaining what a person can expe…

…of Kuje Area Council in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Samuel Shekwolo, has come under heavy criticism after a video surfaced online showing him threatening residents who do not intend to support the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. In the video, which is currently making the rounds…

…ranching initiative would begin with a pilot project in Plateau State before being extended to Benue, Nasarawa, Kaduna, Adamawa and the Federal Capital Territory. During the town hall meeting, Alia also announced measures to strengthen security in Katsina-Ala, Ukum and Logo.He said three military operational units woul…

…a ban on cash payments," he said. According to the commissioner, the policy is intended to improve transparency and prevent school authorities from exploiting parents and students through unauthorised fees and levies.He said the digital payment system would take effect from the new academic session and warned principal…

…the state between November 28, 2019, and August 24, 2026, adding that her appointment underscored Governor Oyebanji’s resolve to engage highly competent hands to man strategic positions as preparations for his second-term administration gather momentum. According to him, the new Accountant General of the state will bri…

…Osun State Governor and Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Gboyega Oyetola, has condemned the violence in Ikire, headquarters of Irewole Local Government Area, which reportedly claimed two lives. Oyetola called on the police and other security agencies to identify and arrest those responsible for the killings and oth…

…Udeh, SAN, described Walson-Jack as a distinguished public servant and reformer who understood that public service was a calling to national purpose rather than a platform for personal achievement. He said the Federal Civil Service remained indispensable to the success of his administration because policies and program…

…from Ogogo and later blamed his comments on alcohol influenceSheikh Al-Fulani reminded the content creator of his previous arrest over threats linked to Seyi Tinubu, warning of another possible arrestPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Popular Islam…

…linked to powerful political interests within the APC. However, the claim could not be independently confirmed. The governor’s ADC and CSO handle important aspects of his personal security, making their invitation to Abuja a sensitive issue in Katsina’s political and security circles. Sources familiar with the situatio…

…Act, FOIA, lawsuit. However, Ejimakor said the FBI’s request for an ex parte review underscores the additional issue that public justification itself could compromise these protected interests. In a statement he issued, titled: “Analysing FBI’s stonewall on President Tinubu’s US records,” Ejimakor said: “By a recent ap…

…in relation to an assault charge. The court confirmed the development in correspondence with PUNCH Online on Tuesday following an inquiry by the newspaper. The court’s Admin Team Lead, James Baker, wrote, “OFFICIAL. Good afternoon. I can confirm that this case is currently listed at Snaresbrook Crown Court for plea and…

…Ikorodu Road, Ikeja, Maryland, Mushin, Ogudu, Lekki, Oshodi, Agege, Alimosho and Obalende, have frequently experienced flooding, while sections of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway, Apapa-Oshodi Expressway and Lekki-Epe Expressway have also been affected. Johnson’s concerns came about a month after…

…of the autonomous weapons is bringing the world closer to a point where machines could independently select and attack human targets. Both organisations renewed calls for legally binding international rules governing the technology. UN Secretary-General António Guterres and ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric issued the w…

…from them, without any medical background or medical documents. "The suspect is also under further investigation and he will be charged to court for prosecution." by Linda Ikeji at 25/08/2026 5:39 PM | Share this Story

…to afford it. Jurors convicted Maxwell on five charges for recruiting and grooming underage girls for Epstein to abuse between 1994 and 2004, in a trial before a different judge. Maxwell had been seeking a writ of habeas corpus declaring her punishment unlawful. Her petition represented the broadest effort by the forme…

…music, claimed that the noise prevented him from sleeping. Eyewitnesses said there was pandemonium as sporadic gunshots suddenly replaced the blaring music as wedding guests, well-wishers and residents scampered for safety. In the ensuing melee, the bride and the bridegroom, as well as families and fun seekers, fled, w…

…for the forthcoming January 2027 election.” The party recalled that Hunye had been suspended since April, following a written petition from his ward, Tube Ward, Ipokia Local Government Area, which was ratified by the Ogun State Working Committee and formally communicated to the party’s national headquarters. The party…

…assault allegation made against him.The confirmation came through an exclusive correspondence from the court's Admin Team Lead, James Baker, in response to an enquiry sent on Monday.Snaresbrook Crown Court confirms Poco Lee’s September 2026 hearing over assault charges. Photo: poco_lee>Baker stated that the case is lis…

…From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!The president extended condolences to families of those killed during the attack, and assured the families of the abducted that the federal government would not rest until every victim was returned safely."You are not alone. The entire nation shares your…