…by renowned human rights lawyer Femi Falana on the dangers of flawed political party primaries, describing them as a direct warning against the imposition of candidates and the erosion of democracy. Speaking against the backdrop of Falana’s keynote address at the eighth annual lecture of Penpushing Media in Abeokuta, t…
…to run concurrently. In addition to the custodial sentence, the court directed the Department of Social Welfare in Lawra to provide counselling and psychosocial support to the survivor to aid her recovery. The Upper West Regional Police Command praised the investigators and prosecutor for their professionalism and dedi…
…take place at Wembley Stadium, any plans to stage the bout with a 2:00 am (0200 GMT) start would require an exemption to the London venue's curfew restrictions.There is now talk the fight could take place at New York's Madison Square Garden, but Hearn insists Joshua signed up for a UK fight only and the contract would…
…Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, featured the introduction of the contestants to viewers before they participated in brief interviews and entered Biggie’s house. With the introduction of the gender-based team challenge, viewers will now watch how the new structure shapes relationships, strategies and competition among the housemates…
…British passport in 2026. Photo Cardy, JAMES SPEAKMAN/ Getty Images.ImagesThe clock starts ticking from the moment the passport office receives the applicant's supporting documents, not from when the application is submitted online.When Processing Can Take LongerThe three-week window is not guaranteed in all cases. If…
…State Chairman of the NLC, Comrade (Prince) Ademola Adeniji Olapade, and his TUC counterpart, Comrade Clement Fatuase, and addressed to all affiliated health sector unions in the teaching hospital. The leadership of the unions stated that the industrial action, which is expected to commence from 12:00 midnight on Sunda…
…supplies the airport and surrounding areas. The incident affected water services across parts of Kent, Surrey and south London, with some customers experiencing low water pressure or a temporary loss of supply. SES Water later confirmed that power had been restored at the treatment plant but said the water still needed…
…government officials and leadership of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) as part of efforts to deepen bilateral ties. Ambassador Yakubu was received by Qatari Minister of Labour, Ali bin Saeed bin Samikh Al Marri.Discussions focused on opening up more employment prospects for Nigerian nationals in Qatar. The env…
The Senate has moved to compel Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to comply with its resolutions amid alleged growing disregard for parliamentary oversight duties by the agencies. Top among the penalties approved by the Senate is zero budgetary allocations to MDAs and all statutory and non-statutory bodies flo…
…Governors’ Forum, Senator Hope Uzodinma, appointed as chairman of the council. The party said the campaign council would be formally inaugurated on Tuesday at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, at 12 noon. This was contained in a statement issued by the APC National Publicity Secretary, Barrister Felix Morka. According to th…
…returned to the field and continued in the role of assistant referee when play restarted. However, she was unable to continue after halftime and was replaced for the remainder of the match. The match eventually resumed, with Metz securing a 3-1 victory over Fortuna Sittard. The incident highlighted the risks officials…
…He said the corridor would enable countries in the region to specialise in processing particular minerals while sharing infrastructure, investment risks and the benefits of mineral development. The proposed arrangement, he said, would reduce the enormous financial burden of developing separate processing facilities in…
…didn't look hopeful.They looked like they were bracing.I read the comments."So heartbreaking.""Shared.""Praying for them."Nobody saying, "We'll take them."I put my phone down.Picked it up again.I knew what it was like to walk out of a hospital alone.Those kids had already lost their parents.At that moment, the plan was…
…they are designed to serve,” Adeniyi said. He noted that the rise of digital media, artificial intelligence and real-time information required a more proactive, research-driven and intelligence-led approach to communication by Customs spokespersons. “Every seizure, every reform, every trade facilitation initiative and…
…to take advantage of innovation grants, regulatory sandboxes and public-private partnerships. Commenting on national economic reforms, Sanwo-Olu said President Bola Tinubu’s administration was laying the foundation for long-term, inclusive growth through reforms such as fuel subsidy removal, exchange rate unification a…
A new study suggests that people who consume the highest amounts of artificial sweeteners may experience a significantly faster decline in memory and thinking skills, particularly adults under 60 and people with diabetes. The findings, published in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, in…
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining its partnership with the International Monetary Fund as it pursues ongoing fiscal and macroeconomic reforms aimed at restoring economic stability, strengthening public finances and supporting long-term growth. The commitment was made at a farewell dinne…
…said Obasanjo's letter to Segun Osoba was a deliberate attack on Nigeria's opposition parties, not just AtikuFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Lagos, Nigeria - The Yoruba Ronu Leadership Forum has publicly accused former President Olusegun Obasanjo of working behind the scenes to secure a second ter…
Australia's Department of Home Affairs has outlined specific circumstances under which a citizenship application must be refusedCriminal history, unresolved identity questions, and national security concerns are among the key grounds for rejectionApplicants who are outside Australia at the time their application is dec…
…81 suspects during a Police raid on identified black spots across Asaba metropolis as part of efforts to tackle crime and dismantle criminal networks in the state. The suspects, comprising 50 males and 31 females, were arrested for offences including the possession and sale of suspected illicit drugs and operating an i…
…the region. Canada, Mexico, the United States and Panama will enter directly at the quarter-final stage, while 12 other teams, including World Cup 2026 participants Haiti and Curaçao, will compete in the League A group stage. 2026-27 Concacaf Nations League The Nations League also offers an opportunity for teams that n…
…have surged from about 20,000 to nearly 50,000 students, describing the expansion as part of deliberate efforts to address Nigeria’s chronic shortage of healthcare professionals. He added that admissions into medicine, pharmacy, and dentistry had also been significantly increased, expressing confidence that the reforms…
Nigeria’s youngest chartered accountant, Osasere Okundaye, has said the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination is not excessively difficult to pass, arguing that the quality of education available to students has a greater impact on performance than lowering admission standards. Okundaye, a 16-year-old, spoke durin…
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Wasiu Olanrewaju-Smart as Special Adviser to the President on National Assembly Matters, House of Representatives. Olanrewaju-Smart succeeds Ibrahim Olanrewaju, who resigned to contest an elective post in his home state. “This appointment is with immediate effect,” Special Adviser to…
…and that they only posed in the jet to deceive people online.''You travelled for a party, just because you needed donations, just because you are broke and poor; that is why you have to travel with your daughter to the party. How many of them went to that party with their children?'' Lizzy queriedWhen a follower of her…