…recapitalisation led by former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, an analysis by THE PUNCH has shown. The recapitalisation, which raised the minimum capital requirement for banks to N25bn, reduced the number of lenders from 89 to 25 through mergers, acquisitions and fresh capital raising. Over the past…
…and collaboration, employers are placing greater emphasis on communication, emotional intelligence, and relationship-building skills that enhance workplace performance, writes JUSTICE OKAMGBA In today’s corporate environment, technical expertise may open the door to career opportunities, but soft skills often determine…
APC National Chairman Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda paid a courtesy visit to Senator Kabiru Gaya, a founding member of the APC who later joined the NDCThe visit came amid growing speculation about Gaya's possible return to the ruling party ahead of the 2027 general electionsYilwatda's visit to Gaya was his latest meeting with…
DaBaby's kids have occasionally grabbed attention because of his fame. The American rapper has four confirmed biological children with three different women and a stepson. In an interview on HOT 97's "Mornings With Mero" in February 2026, DaBaby opened up about parenthood.I got four beautiful kids, and nieces and nephe…
…and unlawful mutilation of human remains. He could face life imprisonment or the death penalty if convicted. Los Angeles chief prosecutor Nathan Hochman said the preliminary hearing, in which a judge will determine whether the case proceeds to trial, will last “three to five days.” “We believe we will more than accompl…
…contribute to the state’s agricultural development efforts. He further called on traditional rulers, community leaders and youth groups to support the monitoring of the programme, noting that any diversion of the fertiliser would negatively affect farmers and undermine government’s efforts to boost food production. Sta…
…steps to address the worsening insecurity in the area. The letter, made available to journalists in Benin City on Tuesday, described the killing as part of a disturbing pattern of violent attacks that has continued to threaten the peace and security of the community. The residents lamented that the persistent insecurit…
…concerns over potential supply shortages during the peak summer demand season. Regional tensions escalated further after Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi movement announced an immediate naval blockade of Saudi Arabia, threatening an alternative export route used by the kingdom to bypass the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, IranW…
…“We are also appealing to the Ecological Department of the Presidency, to the National Assembly through our representative, Senator, Orji Uzor Kalu , and the Deputy Speaker, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, Gov. Alex Otti and the state House of Assembly to come to our assistance. “This disaster is gradually rendering people homeles…
…within the Nigeria Police Force in Anambra State. He was serving as a member of the National Youth Service Corps attached to the Anambra State Police Command’s Rapid Response Squad when he became linked to a series of exclusive online disclosures published anonymously in early 2023. The reports alleged the existence of…
…as Commissioner of Police in Lagos, led to the arrest of two suspects who made confessional statements identifying the alleged sponsor behind the killings. Those statements pointed to Lagos businessman Hammed Tajudeen Akanbi, also known as Ahmed Ajiran, who was subsequently declared wanted in February 2025.Akanbi was l…
…Gombe–Biu Highway, valued at N1.245 trillion, was flagged off as part of a broader national connectivity drive. The project forms part of the same north-eastern expansion that includes portions of the Akwanga–Maiduguri corridor, and is aimed at linking communities in Gombe and Borno states.Reactions to Tinubu's road pr…
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…road traffic deaths declined between 2011 and 2025 even as more than one billion additional vehicles were added to global roads. However, road crashes still claimed an estimated 1.16 million lives in 2025, making them one of the world’s leading public health threats. The report comes as member states adopted new United…
…by Britain's Crown Prosecution Service, the Telegraph reported. Former professional kickboxer Andrew also faces seven new counts of rape, three counts of sex trafficking, and three counts of assault. His younger brother Tristan, 38, faces one count of sexual assault, two counts of rape, and three counts of sex traffick…
Zinedine Zidane appointed head coach of France National Team French football legend, Zinedine Zidane, has reportedly signed a deal to become the new head coach of the French national team until June 2030. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano made the claim in a post shared on Facebook on Tuesday, saying the former Real Madr…
FG investigates suspected chemical spill on Kaduna-Abuja expressway The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency, NESREA, has launched an investigation into a suspected chemical spill on the Kaduna-Abuja Expressway that resulted in the formation of a white, foamy substance. A team from the NE…
The National Association of Nigerian Students, Ogun State Joint Campus Council, has raised the alarm over what it described as a growing wave of insecurity and robbery targeting students of the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, calling on security agencies and the institution’s management to take urgent action. The associati…
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…Rex also explained why he creates sexually themed content, tracing it back to a personal desire to stand out in a competitive industryFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Nollywood actor Nosa Rex Okunzuwa, popularly known as Baba Rex, says the secret behind his 11-year marriage is rooted in conversatio…
A social media user condemned the release of personal details about the late Bafana Bafana footballer Jayden Adams The criticism was directed at an insider who reportedly shared information about his final hoursShe took to her official X account to vent her disapproval while noting that his privacy would have been resp…
…The entertainer, who was recently freed after spending time in Kirikiri Correctional Centre, shared his excitement over regaining his freedom and expressed appreciation to those he believes played a role in securing his release. In a video making the rounds online, DJ Chicken praised the Nigerian government, Seyi Tinub…
…aimed at revitalising primary healthcare facilities and improving access to quality maternal and child healthcare services, particularly for women of child-bearing age, pregnant women, nursing mothers and children under the age of five. The Information Officer of the Benue State Primary Health Care Board, Grace Akure,…
…in 1960. “He recalled that the former Yugoslavia was among Nigeria’s earliest international partners and that both countries shared a rich history through the Non-Aligned Movement, of which Yugoslavia was a co-founder while Nigeria also played a prominent role”, the statement continued. Highlighting Serbia’s commitment…
…with many lamenting the continued migration of highly skilled Nigerian medical professionals. A medical doctor, Daniel Popoola, said the development highlighted the deepening crisis in Nigeria’s healthcare system. “For a senior consultant to go back to start residency over again is like you with your master’s degree go…