…victims with promises of employment, scholarships and better living conditions, urging Nigerians not to allow desperation to make them vulnerable. "You do not have to leave Nigeria before you can succeed. Many people become victims because of poverty, unemployment or the desire for a better life. Desperation often make…
…her husband the conditions he would have to meet before she helps him relocate from Nigeria to Canada. She also warned of what would happen if he betrays her or leaves her for another person after she has taken him to Canada. The woman's post on Facebook has gone viral, with people asking her to delete it but she has r…
Two Nigerians and another man have been jailed in the United Kingdom for their roles in a cryptocurrency fraud that saw eight victims lose more than £4 million after the gang impersonated police officers. The Metropolitan Police disclosed this in a statement posted on its website on Thursday and sighted on Friday. It s…
…Jersey festival to publicly celebrate Wizkid's birthday in front of a massive crowdThe Nigerian DJ counted down before leading the audience in a birthday song for the Afrobeats star, who was not at the eventA video of the heartwarming moment went viral, with fans calling Wizkid's 'biggest for a reasonFind it fast with…
…FIFA World Cup final halftime showThe highlight was the heartwarming moment when the Nigerian singer lifted his female counterpartThe chemistry between the two singers has captured attention as Nigerians shared different comments Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Music stars Burna Boy and Shakira ar…
The Archives & Records Association (ARA UK & Ireland) has elected Nigerian scholar Prof. Elvis Otobo as a director of the association. The ARA is the leading professional body representing over 2,000 archivists, records managers, and conservators across the United Kingdom and Ireland who work in government, education,…
Popular Nigerian singer Bella Shmurda has denied reports claiming he lost $4 million in an alleged Lagos property scam, describing the story as false. The rumours gained traction after a viral report alleged that the singer broke down in tears during an Instagram Live session over a fraudulent property deal. However, t…
…candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, as a leader with the capacity and integrity to move Nigeria forward. Odoh said Obi’s record in public service makes him one of the few politicians whose performance speaks for itself. He spoke in Abakaliki during a town hall meeting where he formally informed supporters that the Independent Na…
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has urged newly awarded holders of Petroleum Prospecting Licences (PPLs) to fast-track the development of their assets to support the Federal Government’s target of increasing crude oil production to two million barrels per day by 202…
…passed State Police Bill after Prince Nweze Onu, Deputy National Chairman of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), warned that the proposed security reform could be turned into a dangerous political weapon by state governments ahead of the 2027 general elections. Prince Onu in a strong worded statement on .Thursday, a…
By Olasunkanmi Akoni The Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Dr. Kayode Opeifa, has reaffirmed the Corporation’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies to protect railway infrastructure across the country. Opeifa made the pledge on Fr…
…planned pre-2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON, international friendly between Nigeria’s Super Falcons and Ghana’s Black Queens has been called off. According to information available on the Super Falcons’ official X account, the game was called off due to unforeseen circumstances. The match had earlier been sc…
…the sermon titled, The Alpha and the Omega, the Vice-President (Ministerial) of the Nigerian Baptist Convention, Rev. John Eyinnaya, urged Christians to recognise God’s sovereignty throughout every stage of life. Preaching from Revelation 1:8, Eyinnaya said, “God is the Alpha and the Omega of our lives. He is the begin…
Kachi Ohiaeri, a Nigerian author, has announced on Facebook that she stopped watching New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declarations (NSPPD) after a conversation with her motherHer mother posed a pointed question about the nature of the popular early morning prayer programme that gave Ohiaeri pauseThe author's post spar…
…to devastating crashes. “The FRSC remains committed to protecting lives and property on Nigerian roads and calls on Ndi Anambra to make safety their highest priority,” the statement added. On July 6, 10 people lost their lives while six others sustained varying degrees of injures in a fatal road traffic crash. The fata…
…put us through. I have worked with over 15 artiste and never had a problem. keep your Nigerian mentality in the bin when you are dealing with international promoters. I will also be reporting you and your team for FRAUD." by Linda Ikeji at 17/07/2026 6:59 PM | Share this Story
…announce signing Kelechi Iheanacho Turkish club Bursaspor have completed the signing of Nigerian forward Kelechi Iheanacho on a three-year contract and they released a captivaing video to announce it. The Green Crocodiles confirmed the arrival of the experienced striker in a social media post on Friday."Welcome to our…
…Volume 512 of the Land Registry, Enugu, shall be forfeited to the Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and shall be sold and the proceeds used as restitution of the victims of the offence".The Commission received a petition from one Mrs Ngene Nkiruka Jane who alleged that…
…case over his daughter’s death is still before the court. Speaking during a programme on Nigeria Info 92.3 FM in Port Harcourt on Friday evening, monitored by our correspondent, Akekue questioned the decision to reopen the school when his daughter had yet to be buried and the case remained pending in court. He also sai…
…learned not to be presumptuous about you guys anymore from your wedding," Nana said. Nigerian singer and entrepreneur Mr Eazi and his wife, actress Temi Otedola She added that she believes the couple complement each other well. "We love it. And I am going to say that you actually do well for each other," she said. PUNC…
GistReel A Nigerian man has shared how he was reunited with his son after 17 years, claiming that the child’s mother told the boy his father was dead and denied him access throughout his childhood. According to the man, although his son knew he was his father, the boy would secretly visit him because his mother prevent…
…together, train together and fight insecurity together,” he stated. The IGP appealed to Nigerians to support security agencies by providing timely and credible information. “We beg members of the public: if you see something, say something. Cooperate with the security agencies. The situation we have today requires ever…
…GOC Hails Troops, Successor Vows to Build on Security Gains By Golok Nanmwa JOS — The Nigerian Army on Friday effected a change of leadership at the Headquarters of 3 Division, Jos, as Major General Folusho Oyinlola handed over as General Officer Commanding (GOC), 3 Division, and Commander of Operation Safe Haven, to M…
…Asarul Muslima Fi Bilandis Sudan (Ansaru), a proscribed terrorist organisation in Nigeria, contrary to Section 25(1) of the Act. In separate counts, the first defendant, Abdulrazak Umar, is specifically accused of providing training and instructions to terror!sts and inciting members to commit acts of terror!sm through…
…alleged court caseFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Award-winning Nigerian filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has dismissed a viral report claiming that he is facing a court battle over an alleged N5 billion loan.The report, which circulated online, alleged that Afolayan borrowed the money from First Bank in…