The National Population Commission says Nigerians can now register births and deaths and obtain certificates online through its newly introduced digital registration platform, eliminating the need for physical visits in many cases. NPC Chairman, Dr Aminu Yusuf, announced the commencement of the Electronic Civil Registr…
…service and calling on him to ensure that England wins Wednesday's World Cup semi-final showdown against Argentina and go on to beat Spain in the final on Sunday.Even opposition party Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch softened her tone, but could not stop herself from remarking: "He spent a long time laughing that I'd…
…the deceased made a video recording in which she recounted her experience and the emotional distress she suffered following the incident. She subsequently commited su!cide by ingesting a toxic substance and later d!ed despite efforts to save her life'' Edafe Bright, spokesperson of the command saidEdafe stated that upo…
…and ISWAP fighters in the north-east. He said troops have maintained heightened operational readiness due to the unpredictable nature of the insurgency. by Linda Ikeji at 15/07/2026 4:13 PM | Share this Story
…Support Group for the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers."The allocation was included in the national budget despite Nigeria's elimination from the qualification process in November 2025, roughly a month before the 2026 budget was presented to the National Assembly. In a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Publi…
…laundering experts, government agencies, civil society organisations and international partners to examine Nigeria’s compliance with FATF standards and explore how its experience could guide other African countries preparing for future mutual evaluations. Representing the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes C…
The Federal Government, in partnership with the International Fund for Agricultural Development, has distributed improved farm inputs and 22 tricycles to 1,918 farmers in Nasarawa State to boost rice and cassava production during the 2026 wet farming season. The intervention, implemented under the Value Chain Developme…
…up security across LagosFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! The National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Alhaji Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, has condemned the killing of the union’s Lagos State Organising Secretary, Comrade Toba Ajiboye, also call…
…representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has commended President Bola Tinubu, the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, and Nigeria’s security agencies for the successful rescue of pupils and teachers abducted from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. In a statement personally signed on Wednesday, th…
US President Donald Trump lashed out Wednesday at a decision by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to suspend the use of traffic stops after two fatal shootings in less than a week. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) halted the practice after a Colombian man was shot dead in Maine on Monday and a Mexican…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the final forfeiture of 48 property linked to a former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, to the Federal Government. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik, in a judgment delivered in Abuja on Wednesday, held that the Economic and Financial Crimes…
…ordered confiscated The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday, July 15, ordered the final forfeiture of 48 properties linked to the immediate past Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr. Abubakar Malami, who is facing money laundering charges. The court, in a judgment delivered by Justice Joy…
…operation forms part of sustained efforts by Operation HADIN KAI to degrade the operational capability of Boko Haram and ISWAP by targeting not only their fighters but also the network of collaborators responsible for supplying food, fuel, medicines and other essential items. The strangulation operations have increasin…
…Alhaji Suleiman Muhammad Argungu, disclosed this on Tuesday, July 14, while briefing journalists in Birnin Kebbi. He said the beneficiaries were selected from the state's 21 local government areas and 225 wards following a screening process. Argungu said the programme, organised by the state government in partnership w…
…as 'Luchi', had celebrated Argentina's win over Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals before she got into a Volkswagen Golf. Sadly, the driver reportedly lost control at high speed and the vehicle slammed into the back of a Toyota Corolla, before ploughing into a tree. The promising tennis player, who had already…
…torture, dehumanising treatment and the use of their organisations to settle personal disputes. Oyeniyi gave the warning on Wednesday during a strategic security meeting with Divisional Police Officers, patrol and guard officers, leaders of vigilante groups, forest guards, and other recognised civil security outfits ac…
…of Nigerians affected by xenophobic attacks in South Africa, with the arrival of the final government-sponsored flight carrying 308 returnees. The aircraft landed at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, on Wednesday morning. It also conveyed three Nigerian government officials who coordinated the evacuati…
Historian Toyin Falola urged the National Assembly to incorporate Yoruba deities Sango and Ogun into the oath of office for public officials to fight corruptionFalola made the call while delivering a keynote lecture at the inauguration of the Alaafin Institute of Yoruba Studies at Emmanuel Alayande University of Educat…
…that she gives him fresh reasons to be proud with every passing year.Beyond the personal warmth, Adebayo also offered a heartfelt prayer for his daughter, asking that Allah grant her wisdom beyond her years, unending favour, perfect peace, and the kind of open doors that no one can shut. He described her life as one de…
…pressure on the administration as an excuse for unmet promises. Falz questioned the rationale behind heavy expenditure on vehicles and jets while insecurity persisted across the country. “If you look at what has been spent on acquiring new vehicles, acquiring jets, acquiring all these things, and look at what has actua…
Arsenal have reached an agreement with Turkish Super Lig side Besiktas for the permanent transfer of Belgian forward Leandro Trossard, the Premier League club announced on Tuesday. In a statement, Arsenal said: “We can confirm that we have reached an agreement with Besiktas for the permanent transfer of Leandro Trossar…
…State for Migration, Colm Brophy, is aimed at assisting non-European Economic Area nationals legally resident in Ireland whose applications to renew their residence permits are still being processed. This is contained in a statement published on the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Immigration website on July 13…
…operation involved surrounding the area and restricting the movement of the criminals. “There was a congregation of security forces, and positions were taken after the location was isolated. And the whole community around that place was dominated. “They (terrorists) were denied access to food. They were denied access t…
Elon Musk could face charges for breaking US Election law Elon Musk could face criminal charges for violating Wisconsin election law when he gave some voters $1 million checks during the state's high-stakes Supreme Court election last year. The Wisconsin Elections Commission, a bipartisan panel consisting of three Demo…
…the hearts of any who will walk this path. It's project management that requires emotional intelligence to navigate. 'Thirdly, culture can be modified. It's left to us to challenge these practices as years go by. I'm pretty sure that it definitely will happen.' by Linda Ikeji at 15/07/2026 11:17 AM | Share this Story