The Ogun State Police Command has reactivated Operation VELVET across the state’s 20 Local Government Areas as part of intensified efforts to enforce traffic regulations, improve road safety and ensure the free flow of vehicular movement on major highways. The operation, directed by the Inspector-General of Police, Ola…
…Adedeji Adeleke for prayers after his reelection In an emotional display of gratitude, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke last night prostrated before his elder brother, billionaire mogul Dr. Deji Adeleke, following his victory in the August 15 governorship election. The gesture took place at the Adeleke family reside…
EFCC arraigns two for alleged unlawful supply of bank access codes in Lagos The Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, arraigned Gideon Bakpa Aghogho and Oscar Ebere Chukwuebuka before Justice F.N. Ogazi of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi,…
I have been unfairly treated and targeted - Chidimma Adetshina decries unfair treatment in deportation bid (video) Former Miss South Africa contestant and Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 winner, Chidimma Adetshina, said she has been treated unfairly and targeted in South Africa, following the postponement of her legal case…
Throwback videos of influencer KC Luxury flaunting Virgil Abloh Maybachs and luxury watches went viral after his NDLEA arrestIn one clip, KC Luxury boasted about his cars, claiming no one else had serial number 001The videos, which have gone viral, have further fueled conversation about the influencer's arrestPAY ATTEN…
…source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues A US federal judge has rejected President Bola Tinubu's attempt to join a motion seeking extra time to respond to a court order comp…
…federal constituency in the National Assembly, and the circumstances surrounding his death remained unclear at the time of this reportThe national secretary of the online grassroots forum, 25 Million Youth Awareness for Better Nigeria, led tributes to the late Dalhat, describing him as a kind-hearted and respected manP…
…grassroots, and the people must feel the presence and impact of government in their communities and daily lives,” he said. The governor said the latest distribution was part of a broader social intervention programme through which his administration had previously supported women engaged in some businesses across the s…
…the 2027 presidential and governorship elections could collectively spend up to N571bn under the campaign expenditure limits prescribed by the Electoral Act 2026. Meanwhile, the Federal Government says it has spent N30.64tn to cushion the effects of its economic reforms since June 2023, while a veteran actor, Jide Koso…
…premised on persistent challenges including widespread insecurity in major farming communities, climate-related disruptions particularly flooding and high transportation costs arising from logistics challenges. In its outlook for 2026, the NESG added that election-related spending, seasonal demand associated with the f…
…increased investment, innovation and stronger collaboration among stakeholders to unlock the full potential of Nigeria’s poultry industry, to enhance food security, job creation and economic growth. Speaking recently at the Poultry Association of Nigeria (PAN), Lagos State Chapter summit themed, “Flocking to Growth: Tr…
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…
…They were among 76 people arrested in the Federal Capital Territory (Abuja), Kaduna, Gombe, Jos, Katsina, and Kano states for allegedly participating in the #EndBadGovernance protests, which lasted from August 1 to 10, 2024. The proceedings had barely commenced when four of the visibly distressed children slumped insid…
…Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has said former President Olusegun Obasanjo lacks the electoral influence to determine the outcome of the 2027 presidential election. Atiku stated this while speaking with journalists on Wednesday, amid reports that Obasanjo had declined to endorse his presidential…
…Bola Tinubu’s administration has not yielded any benefit for Nigeria. Tinubu announced the removal of the subsidy during his inaugural presidential address in May 2023, a decision that immediately exacerbated the economic difficulties faced by citizens, with the prices of goods and services soaring to unprecedented lev…
…to new reports Prince Harry and Meghan are reportedly preparing to relocate from the United States later this month to a private residence situated outside London. They have enrolled their children, Prince Archie, 7, and Princess Lilibet, 5, in British schools for the upcoming academic term, according to reporting by T…
Telemundo boss, five Americans and Ecuador Intelligence Chief k!led in Kenya Helicopter Crash Five Americans and the Director General of Ecuador's intelligence agency were killed in a helicopter crash in Kenya on Wednesday, August 19. Seven people were aboard the aircraft when it crashed on Wednesday morning near Mount…
The Solid Minerals Development Fund has announced two live information sessions for prospective applicants seeking grant funding under its EMERGE initiative, as the Federal Government steps up efforts to attract investment and support early-stage projects in Nigeria’s mining sector. The sessions will provide interested…
…controlling the National Assembly and having 31 state governors, the President remained uneasy because Nigeria had become worse under his leadership. He spoke on Politics Today, a Channels Television programme, where he said Governor Ademola Adeleke’s victory in the Osun State governorship election had demonstrated tha…
…with residents expressing renewed optimism over the direction of the state. Across communities visited recently, one phrase has become almost a refrain: “Our Governor is working.” And, almost immediately, another line follows: “Our President is working.” The refrain, according to observations across the state, reflects…
Residents of Karanla community, a rural settlement in the Mowe area of Ogun State, have appealed to the state government to fix the community road, saying the poor condition has hindered movement and affected their livelihoods. FILE: Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun The residents who spoke with PUNCH Metro during a vi…
…arrested by operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service in connection with the alleged unlawful importation of pump-action rifles into Nigeria. Justice Friday Ogazi ordered the remand of the suspects, who are Kenneth Mbonu, Kenneth Agwu and Choima Onuoha. They were ordered to be remanded in the custody of the Correctiona…
…the 2027 presidential and governorship elections could collectively spend up to N571bn under the campaign expenditure limits prescribed by the Electoral Act 2026. The figure comprises 19 presidential candidates, each with a campaign spending ceiling of N10bn, and 127 governorship candidates, each allowed to spend a max…
…Abubakar-Tafida, has dismissed claims that his replacement as Governor Nasir Idris’ running mate for the 2027 governorship election was necessitated by the Supreme Court judgment on the 2023 election. Abubakar-Tafida spoke on Wednesday in Argungu when thousands of supporters, political associates and well-wishers visit…
…still campaign with Peter Obi when necessary, but you might not see me travelling around with him as much as possible." Yesufu said Reacting, Bashir, an All Progressives Congress, APC chieftain said Aisha Yesufu has the right to be demoralised, alleging that the NDC presidential candidate failed to "stand up for her to…