…in captivity on Monday, called for a UN-backed investigation into the abduction, saying Nigerians deserved a full account of the circumstances surrounding the incident. Armed bandits had on May 15, 2026 attacked three schools in Yawota and Ahoro Esienle communities in Oriire Local Government Area, Oyo State, abducting…

…a duty to intervene so as to “prevent anarchy and ensure the survival of democracy in Nigeria.” It cited a recent Supreme Court judgment in the leadership crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, to hold that the ADC case could not be classified as a domestic affair of a political party. “Once a complaint befo…

…documents contained falsified signatures, reference numbers, official seals and the Nigerian Coat of Arms, and were allegedly used to appoint individuals into the non-existent PFIPC. Investigators identified the principal suspect as Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi Mathew, who allegedly presented himself as the Director-General…

…intervention was necessary to “prevent anarchy and ensure the survival of democracy in Nigeria.” Relying on a recent Supreme Court judgment arising from the leadership crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party, the court held that the ADC dispute could not be classified as a mere domestic affair of a political party. It a…

…which led to his escape. Sani, of Nabi Village, Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, was convicted on Count One and Count Two of a four-count charge bordering on terrorism-related offences. The charges read "that you Muhamnad Sani, Male, of Nabi Village Shiroro LGA, Niger State and Danranmi (now at large) on o…

…while receiving a five-member World Bank delegation led by the Country Director for Nigeria, Dr Matthew Verghis, at the State House, Abuja. In a statement she signed on Monday, the Senior Special Assistant on Media to the First Lady, Busola Kukoyi, said the discussions centred on the World Bank’s Early Childhood Develo…

UK slams new travelling conditions on Nigeria and 32 other African countries Nigerians and citizens of 32 other African countries must obtain entry clearance before travelling to or transiting through the United Kingdom under updated immigration guidance issued by the UK Home Office.The revised guidance requires travel…

27-year-old Nigerian mum in UK died by suicide after mental health struggles, inquest hears An inquest into the tragic d3ath of a 27-year-old Nigerian mother-of-one in the United Kingdom has found she took her life. Beatrice Solomon was found unresponsive at her home on Norris Road, Stanfield, Stoke-on-Trent, on Wednes…

…The Scenes has grossed N2.7 billion at the box office, solidifying Akindele's status as Nigeria's biggest box-office drawFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Funke Akindele has pulled back the curtain on what it truly cost her to deliver one of Nollywood's biggest commercial hits, and the answer is jus…

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adeniyi, on Monday disclosed that the value of Import Duty Exemption Certificate approvals granted by the Federal Government on selected imported goods and equipment rose to N34tn in 2025, warning that such fiscal incentives have significantly reduced the s…

The Nigeria Customs Service, Operation Whirlwind, on Monday auctioned 20,500 litres of Premium Motor Spirit, intercepted within the Zone A axis. Speaking during the public auction of the products in Ikeja, the National Coordinator of Operation Whirlwind, Lucky Aliyu, a Deputy Controller of Customs, explained that, acti…

…the court for a trial date and for the defendant to be remanded in the custody of the Nigerian Correctional Service. The statement noted that the defence counsel, Chikelu Anya, made an oral application for bail but was reminded by the court that it is a court of record. The commission stated, ” Justice Ezeugwu thereaft…

…and pupils to Oyo State Government The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 2 Division, Nigerian Army Headquarters, Major General Chinedu Nnebeufe, this afternoon led the rescued teachers and pupils to the Oyo State Secretariat and officially handed them over to Governor Seyi Makinde. The victims who were abducted on May…

Nigerian and Zimbabwean nationals arrested in India for allegedly duping 63-year-old retired govt officer Police have arrested Nigerian and Zimbabwean nationals for allegedly duping a retired Central Government officer of Rs 13.10 lakh in India. Acting on the directions of Police Commissioner Pankaj Nain, the cyber cri…

…that promote safety, peace, and the protection of educational institutions across Nigeria. PUNCH Online reports that over 40 schoolchildren and their teachers were abducted during a coordinated attack at Baptist Nursery and Primary School, Yawota; L.A Primary School; and Community Grammar School, Ahoro-Esienle, on Frid…

…Pastor Jude Chukwunwike...Photo Credit: Fetuga Robert-Anyawu In 2020, he was part of Nigeria's contingent to the United Nations peacekeeping mission in Darfur, Sudan. Hundeyin holds a degree in English from Lagos State University and a master's degree in Legal Criminology and Security Psychology from the University of…

…achievement earned Yusuf an Award of Excellence and Appreciation from the Association of Nigerian Industrial Pharmacists. He said the award would be presented on July 16 in recognition of the governor’s commitment to settling the inherited debts. Sule added that activities marking the anniversary began with Quranic rec…

There's no secrecy - Umahi speaks on alleged de@th of nurse in his home David Umahi, the Minister of Works, has responded to reports surrounding the alleged death of a nurse, Mary Habila, at his residence in Ebonyi State, dismissing claims that the incident was handled in secrecy.Speaking while inspecting ongoing work …

…viral video, Fr Kelvin Ugwu, ''What can we do to stop many churches and Christians in Nigeria to stop demonizing Owls? How can presumed educated people act like this?'' Watch a video of the church members praying against the church below View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogoffici…

…Nasarawa resident expresses concern over the condition of mentally ill pregnant woman A Nigerian man, Imran Otuwose Oganji, has expressed concern after he observed that a known mentally ill woman is visibly pregnant. Oganji said he spotted the woman on Monday morning, July 13, 2026 at Sharp Corner junction in Mararaba,…

…Committee of our Party, extend my heartfelt congratulations to all PDP members across Nigeria and around the world. Together, we will continue to build a stronger, more united Party and a better future for our nation." The PDP remains divided into rival factions, with the Wike-backed camp currently recognised by the In…

Nigerian-born immigrant who robbed four men in one day is jailed for five years in the UK A Nigerian-born immigrant who robbed four men has been jailed for five years in the UK. Wasiu Smith, 26, stole several phones, a work laptop and an heirloom ring worth £600 during a series of robberies outside Farringdon Tube stat…

…misuse the outfit.Speaking during Hannu Da Yawa, a live Hausa programme on Radio Nigeria Kaduna, Barau, who chairs the Senate Committee on Constitution Review, described President Bola Tinubu's push for state police as a "masterstroke" aimed at tackling Nigeria's long-standing security challenges.He explained that the…

…INEC operates based on the legal framework guiding elections and the electoral system in Nigeria. Of course, we are talking about the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999, as amended, the Electoral Act, and INEC's guidelines and regulations."So, based on that, the recognised leadership of ADC, accordin…

…INEC operates based on the legal framework guiding elections and the electoral system in Nigeria. “Of course, we are talking about the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999, as amended, the Electoral Act, and INEC’s guidelines and regulations. “So, based on that, the recognised leadership of ADC, accord…