…Hassan-Wuyo Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has pledged to work towards returning Niger Republic, Mali and Burkina Faso to the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, if elected president in 2027. Atiku, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, also said he would consider depl…

…case involving a 13-year-old boy. Speaking during an interview about her viral warning that smartphones are becoming one of the biggest threats to the current generation, the officer recalled a case reported on December 30, 2025. According to her, a mother contacted the police late at night after someone threatened to…

…office. The ADC Deputy Governorship candidate, Malam Aminu Ibrahim Ringim, gave the warning in a goodwill message marking the 35th anniversary of the creation of Jigawa State. Ringim said the people of the state were closely monitoring the government’s performance ahead of the 2027 general elections. He said the annive…

King Charles III released a personal statement mourning the death of King Harald V of Norway, describing him as a dear cousin and close friendHarald V, who died at 89, was described as the oldest reigning king in Europe at the time of his deathKing Charles recalled Norway's ties with the UK dating back to 1905 and the…

…Development Areas across Lagos West also attended the meeting, which focused on strengthening party unity, improving grassroots mobilisation, promoting good governance and strategising for the victory of President Bola Tinubu, Lagos governorship candidate Obafemi Hamzat and other APC candidates in the 2027 elections. A…

…support under its “Building Our Future Together” agenda. Speaking during the commissioning ceremonies, the Chairman of the local government, Dr Akinbode, said the projects were designed to complement the efforts of the Ogun State Government and bring meaningful development closer to residents at the grassroots. He expl…

…comprehensive reforms, to be undertaken in consultation with world football’s governing body, FIFA, and CAF,” the statement said. Leagues also affected The changes extend beyond the NFF secretariat, with the federation directing the leadership of Nigeria’s four major domestic league bodies to hand over their administra…

…out by Lakurawa and Boko Haram elements. Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, Nuhu said the government had not received any contact from the abductors. “No such (contact with the kidnappers) has happened. We have not had any interactions with them but the suspicion is the Lakurawas as they call themselv…

…to determine the dispute in accordance with the result of the primary election, maintaining that the electoral body had placed before the court its report on the exercise, as well as the result. He consequently asked the court to uphold the outcome showing Suswam as the winner of the primary. Suswam’s counsel, Jibrin O…

…US military could operate across Africa going forward.AFRICOM cites May operation as turning pointLast month, Dagvin Anderson, commander of US Africa Command (AFRICOM), said many US troops had already been pulled back from Nigeria following a May 2026 operation that killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, the second-in-command of…

…when he stepped down. Gusau was first elected NFF president on September 30, 2022, in Benin City, Edo State.At a press conference in Abuja, Gusau said the decision followed consultations with family, friends and stakeholders, and was taken in the best interests of Nigerian football. He defended his time at the helm, po…

…they were grateful to the DSS for nabbing an arms courier, Ismail Lawalli, on Sunday evening, along the Keffi-Abuja Highway in Nasarawa State. The community leader, a retired security agent, disclosed that Lawalli, also a native of Mashema village, was nabbed by DSS operatives with 1,099 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, 57…

…a substantial quantity of 7.62mm ammunition. Motorcycles, bicycles and jerrycans containing Premium Motor Spirit were also destroyed. The Acting Military Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), Captain Mohammed Goni, said the operation was part of efforts to rescue victims abducted from the Mus…

…among young people. “The Northern states is bordering Cameroon, Chad, Niger, Benin Republic. “And you close all those borders. All our young men who are doing trading between these countries, they carry goods across, they do this and that, all what we call transborder trade is a legitimate business,” Atiku said. He sai…

…and Adamawa States, as evidence of the federal government’s commitment to strengthening security in the region. “Security and development must go together. People cannot invest, farmers cannot move their produce, tourists cannot visit and businesses cannot grow where communities feel unsafe,” Idris said. He said the fe…

…is completely free. The General Manager of LASRRA, Bilikis Adebiyi-Abiola, gave the warning on Thursday during a community sensitisation programme in Ajah, Lagos, where she urged residents to report any agent demanding payment for the registration. Adebiyi-Abiola said the agency operated a zero-tolerance policy towards…

…politics, Osoba built a distinguished career in the Nigerian press before transitioning into public service. His inclusion in the advisory body underscores the party's interest in leveraging voices with broad public credibility.Senator Rochas OkorochaSenator Rochas Okorocha represented Imo West in the Nigerian Senate a…

…This is as the governor praised President Bola Tinubu for equipping and repositioning the security institutions in the country. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony of the runway on Thursday, Fubara described the project as a “statement of intent” that Rivers State stands firmly with the Armed Forces. This was contai…

…and State committee to begin implementing these measures immediately. A vehicle running on CNG spends 60 to 80 per cent less on fuel than one running on petrol. “From October 1, our goal is that Nigerians begin to partake in those savings through lower transport fares. “We have agreed that cheaper fuel should result in…

…to reflect on its journey and prepare for the future. He thanked God for sustaining the state and commended Deltans for maintaining peace despite the state’s ethnic and religious diversity. “Let me first give thanks to Almighty God for His grace and for keeping Delta State for 35 years. It has been 35 years of a remark…

…list of 16 campaign promises he believes Nigerians should treat with deep scepticism, warning citizens not to be swayed by politicians who make pledges they have no intention of honouring.Sani, a rights activist and former legislator known for his outspoken commentary on Nigerian politics, shared the list publicly, ope…

…will appear higher in your Google feed!Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over nine years of experience covering politics, elections, public affairs, and governance in Nigeria and Africa.Abeokuta, Ogun state - Ahead of the 2027 elections, Modele Sarafa-Yusuf, a former governorship aspirant in Ogun State and me…

…require emergency cash transfers should not be congratulating itself, but explaining why its economic policies pushed so many people into desperation. He accused the administration of turning poverty into a government programme, arguing that expensive fuel raises transport costs, which in turn raises food and medicine…

…support for survivors. He also condemned physical abuse, including beating, torture, burning, chaining and other degrading treatment of children, urging parents, teachers and caregivers to adopt positive and non-violent methods of discipline. On child trafficking, Sanni said children continued to be exposed to domestic…

NFL star Miles Sanders arrested for DUI Veteran NFL running back Miles Sanders has been arrested in Pennsylvania and charged with driving under the influence, according to court records.Sanders, 29, was arrested on June 8 in Churchill Borough, outside Pittsburgh, near where he grew up. He was charged last week with dri…