…Headquarters in Aba, Abia State at about 2am on Saturday, October 17. According to reports, the gunmen used explosives to destroy part of the building. The hoodlums were also said to have burnt the station's patrol van and operated for close to an hour without any challenge. Unconfirmed report has it that the gunmen we…
A 30-year-old man, identified as Haruna Ishaka, has reportedly passed away in Maigoje village, Mai Idanu Ward, Gashaka Local Government Area of Taraba State, following a domestic violence incident involving his 24-year-old wife, Maimuna. According to a police report from the Gashaka Division, obtained by SaharaReporter…
Bandits have reportedly demanded N500m ransom for the release of a pregnant woman abducted in Kaduna State. LIB reported that the pregnant woman, identified as Jamila, was abducted alongside Ahmed Zakka, his wife and their baby on October 5, 2026. Security analyst and conflict reporter, Bakatsine, disclosed this on X o…
…Daffo, Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. Samkwar, the traditional ruler was reportedly attacked on Monday night, October 12, 2026 and shot in the leg before being rushed to a hospital in Daffo for treatment. He was later referred to another medical facility but reportedly passed on Wednesday, October 14, a…
…to him, Mandiya was preparing to attend the Friday congregational prayer when he reportedly slipped and hit his head after bathing. "He brought out his cap, his phones, and put them on the bed, and went into the bathroom to take his bath. "After taking his bath, when he was out of the bathroom, then he slipped and kno…
…County, according to the Sauk County Sheriff's Office. Authorities received multiple reports of a downed aircraft around 9:31 p.m. Tuesday and dispatched emergency crews to the area of Park Lane, where first responders discovered the wreckage in a densely wooded area west of Herwig Road. All six occupants were ultimate…
One suspect has been arrested in connection with the reported abduction of two children, Jaiden, 3, and Lolia, 8, in Bonny, Rivers State. The Chief Press Secretary to the Bonny LGA Chairman, Wisdom Chapp-Jumbo, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 in Bonny. According to a statement, the children…
…to two years and three months in prison on Monday October 12, Merseyside Police reports. According to Merseyside Police: "In February 2023 we received a report that a woman's Snapchat account and X (formerly Twitter) had been hacked and her images were being used to set up fake accounts." The police added that the fake…
…in a pond nearby. The two brothers - 3-year-old Kashh and 5-year-old Elijah - were reported missing on Saturday, October 10, 2026 before their bodies were discovered in a pond near their Daytona Beach apartment complex. Police say Elijah had autism and noted that many children with autism are drawn to water. Daytona Be…
…driver had been arrested. It was gathered that the deceased, identified as Sheu, was reportedly hit by the truck around the Government Secondary School area of Ilorin, on Friday. A family member, who spoke to Daily Trust anonymously, said the deceased had borrowed a motorcycle from one of his brothers to buy clothes fo…
…of oil exports transiting the strait. Independent maritime security data and incident reports submitted to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reflect a noticeable surge in attacks over recent days. Incidents involving drone strikes and targeted harassment against tankers operating near Hormuz have mir…
…fresh in mind.Super Falcons invite 28 players for Comoros clashLegit.ng previously reported about the 28 Super Falcons players invited for Nigeria’s LA 2028 Olympics qualifying tie against Comoros.Comoros arrive after scoring 30 goals across two legs against Sudan, setting up a tough test for Nigeria as only two Africa…
…markets.Traders and consumers who spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday reported price reductions in some varieties and fresh increases in others, leaving households to adjust their food budgets.New Rice Prices Emerge in Lagos as Some Brands Get Cheaper and Others Riserice drops to N55,000 per 50kg bagA 5…
…into itThe crash on October 5 killed all 25 people on board, and residents have since reported a growing offensive smell from the siteThe governor also ordered water tankers and nose masks for residents amid fears of disease and contamination of a key water sourcePAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and…
…Most Outstanding Actor of the Year 2025 award. In May 2026, Yul sparked controversy by reportedly blocking his brothers on social media, raising speculation about ongoing family issues tied to his marriage to Judy Austin.Most recently, the actor announced his return to Christian and traditional worship, stating that Go…
…available again.Man shares emotional experience in CanadaMeanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that Acedolapo marked four years since relocating to Canada, reflecting on the journey to pursue dreams and aspirations in a new country.He remembered his experience with gratitude and appreciation for how the journey had u…
…not ordinarily require any additional action from their owners.The clarification follows reports that users of Apple iPhones, Google Pixel, Tecno, Infinix and Oukitel devices received text messages warning that their phones could be cut off after 30 cumulative days if they remained unverified. Several of those users sa…
…their entitlements when due.2 pension companies merge, announce new nameLegit.ng earlier reported that two of Nigeria's established pension fund managers, Premium Pension and Trustfund Pensions, have announced plans to merge into a single institution to be known as Premium Trustfund Pensions Limited, in a move that wou…
…the early hours of Sunday, October 11. She was 29 years old.Oakland Police responded to reports of a shooting on 14th Street at approximately 1:30 a.m. local time.Young & Reckless and Real West Coast Baddies star Kash Paige is mourned by family following her death at 29. Photo: frommyhearttoyours>Officers arrived to fi…
…told that the registration quota had been exhausted. Some hospital administrative staff reportedly told the women that the practice had been in place for more than a year, explaining that even if 100 pregnant women arrived as early as 6 a.m., only 45 would be attended to while the others would be turned away. The situa…
…have been killed, two others injured and 114 cattle rustled in separate incidents reported in Riyom, Barkin Ladi and Mangu Local Government Areas of Plateau State in the past few days. The incidents also involved the killing of two cattle and the destruction of crops and farmlands, according to separate statements issu…
…him on her induction day, accompanied by affectionate captions. Her former boyfriend reportedly saw the post and responded with stickers. Ex-boyfriend returns with marriage intentions The situation took another turn last week when the lady received a birthday package from the United States. Her ex-boyfriend subsequentl…
…as ensuring the welfare and safety of residents of the affected community.” PUNCH Online reports that the crash occurred on October 5, when a Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft, registration number NAF 931, crashed into a swampy area of Igbokoda during a routine mission from Benin City, Edo State, to Lagos. The inciden…
…Nigerian households. Rice prices crash as dealers announce new costEarlier, Legit.ng reported that rice prices in Nigeria dropped across all major categories in September 2026, with data showing month-on-month declines for Nigerian manufactured, imported long-grain, and imported short-grain rice across multiple bag siz…
…trying to coax him to his feet as the team prepared to leave the stadium. According to reports, the singer fainted due to the intense overcrowding at the venue.Portable's demand for more paymentRather than quietly exit, Portable made clear he had unfinished business before leaving. He insisted on seeing President Tinub…