…the government to listen to traditional rulers, religious leaders, civil society organisations, professionals, women, youths, persons living with disabilities and other citizens, saying they all had valuable contributions to make to the development of the state. Ringim commended the founding generation, past leaders, w…

…between the two countries, noting that Britain was among the first nations to recognise Norwegian independence and establish diplomatic relations in 1905. He added that those bonds were further cemented during the Second World War, a period he described as one of "dreadful trials."The King extended condolences directly…

…quality of life at the grassroots. Represented by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Dr Rotimiolu Akinlesi, the Commissioner, according to a statement on Friday, made this call at the inauguration of a series of developmental projects executed by Dr Olusola Akinbode-led administration of Yewa North Local Governme…

…announced by the NFF on Thursday as the Federal Government moves to overhaul the administration of Nigerian football. In a statement published on its official website, the NFF said, “Following Thursday’s resignations of Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau as President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Dr Mohammed Sanusi as Gen…

…during proceedings in a suit instituted by Suswam over the APC’s decision to recognise incumbent Senator Emmanuel Udenbe as its candidate despite the outcome of the primary election. Suswam, in the suit marked FHC/ABJ/CS/1470/2026, is asking the court to recognise him as the validly elected candidate of the APC for the…

…statements, with a source previously disclosing that certain officials remained on administrative bail pending the outcome of the probe.EFCC vows to sustain investigation of the NFF Photo >According to Leadership, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) is also jointly investigati…

…en masse to the faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) aligned with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. The state chairman of the ADC, Umar Kalli Alhaji, described the report, attributed to Alhaji Abdullahi Usman Maigida, as false and mischievous. In a rejoinder issued on Thursday,…

…of southern ports. Nigeria’s land borders were closed in August 2019 under the administration of then-President Muhammadu Buhari. The Federal Government cited the need to curb large-scale smuggling of rice, poultry products, petroleum and other goods, as well as weapons and drugs, and to encourage local agricultural pr…

…potential in agriculture, energy, tourism, infrastructure and mineral resources. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated this on Thursday in Jalingo at the Gala night to mark the Taraba State’s 35th anniversary and the official unveiling of the Taraba Regional Development Master Pla…

…has been a key loyalist within the Tinubu-era APC structure.His experience in party administration at the highest level makes him a valuable adviser as the party begins its push towards retaining the presidency in 2027.Senator Florence Ita GiwaSenator Florence Ita Giwa is a veteran lawmaker from Cross River State who s…

…that the NAF remains one of the institutions upon which Nigeria’s unity rests. “We recognise the Nigerian Air Force as one of the pillars upon which our nationhood rests — an institution whose men and women continue to make enormous sacrifices in defence of our territorial integrity, in the protection of our critical n…

…cash transfers to millions of households in Nigeria by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. Atiku, in a statement by his media team on Thursday, questioned the whereabouts of the said beneficiaries. Recall that on July 16 and August 2, 2026, the Presidency said in separate statements that the Tinubu administra…

…sustained and improved upon,” Oborevwori said. The governor also praised successive administrations for their contributions to the state’s growth and stability. He said former military administrators and civilian governors had each played important roles in building the Delta State of today. “Each administration has co…

…>The Nation reported that Suswam approached the court after the APC declined to recognise his alleged victory in the primary and instead backed incumbent Senator Emmanuel Udenbe as its candidate. The former governor is asking the court, among other reliefs, to compel the party to give him the recognition he says he is…

…ADC, Atiku Abubakar, has questioned the arithmetic behind the President Bola Tinubu administration’s claim that more than N600 billion has been disbursed in cash transfers to vulnerable households, saying the figures do not reconcile with the government’s own stated payment structure. Atiku, in a statement issued by hi…

…trafficking, sexual abuse and illegal adoption. The National Coordinator of the organisation, Olakunle Sanni, disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja at a press briefing on the state of the Nigerian child, where he called for urgent national action to strengthen child protection and safeguard vulnerable children. Sanni sai…

The Federal Government has inaugurated an inter-ministerial task team to oversee the 2026 ranking of websites of Ministries, Departments and Agencies, charging members to ensure objectivity, professionalism and transparency in the exercise. The Director-General, Bureau of Public Service Reforms, Dasuki Arabi, disclosed…

…tiny anatomy in the brain by colour-coding important structures to help surgeons recognise them safely. The hospital had previously used the technology as a research tool but the operation was the first time it had been used on a patient.The pituitary gland, blood vessels and nerves controlling vision are tightly packe…

…Bola Tinubu for a second term in office.The endorsement came at a national symposium organised by the Jama'atu Izalatil Bid'ah Wa Iqamatis-Sunnah (JIBWIS), convened under the theme "Enhanced Political Participation and Social Justice as a Panacea for Unity and Development in Nigeria.""Support for any position": JIBWIS…

…Tinubu should ultimately be judged by his record in office and the direction of his administration, rather than allegations that remain subject to legal and political contestation. “2027 cannot be reduced to who can shout loudest about a certificate. Nigerians are asking a bigger question: who has the ideas and capacit…

…the new reform while briefing journalists during the monthly media briefing organised by the Ministry of Information on Thursday. John, who was accompanied by his counterpart in the Ministry of Information, Hon Aniekan Umana, and the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ekerete Udoh, described the law as one of the m…

…at the 2026 International Youth Day themed “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations”, organised by the National Youth Council of Nigeria, NYCN, Ogun State chapter. Speaking at the event held in Abeokuta, Talabi commended the current state leadership of the NYCN for demonstrating maturity and rare leadership qualities, e…

…Ododo>As reported by The Punch, the Information Officer, James Sani, of the Kogi State Ministry of Youth and Sports Development confirmed the development in a statement issued on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Ododo made the gesture at the clo…

…Council in Kano on August 21, 2019. Ugboaja was widely regarded as a veteran trade unionist with a legal background and extensive experience in organised labour, civil-society advocacy and national policy negotiations. by Linda Ikeji at 27/08/2026 1:22 PM | Share this Story

…A fresh plea is taken, conviction and life sentence follow. What legal mechanism connected the final appellate disposition to the new proceeding?” Supreme Court erred in ordering continuation of Nnamdi Kanu’s trial – Lawyer to NBA, IBA