…an illegitimate President. Bwala had on several occasions denied previous comments he reportedly made against the President when he was in the opposition. In an interview on KAA TRUTHS podcast, Daniel Bwala said an activist and member of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Aisha Yesufu, was the one who called Tinubu…

…found in her house sent shockwaves through her family and neighbourhood. According to reports, they found 10 hidden sacks packed with Rs 8.40 lakh in cash. The discovery came only after neighbours raised an alarm on Sunday, August 23, noticing Noorunnisa, also known as Noor or Hoor, had not stepped outside for days. En…

…demand transparency from 2027 presidential candidates. Photo Peter Obi/@OfficialABAT>As reported by Premium Times, Obi stated this while speaking at a press conference on Friday, August 21, 2026.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!"Every candidate must be willing to present…

…granted N100 million bail after spending about two months in police detention The court reportedly ordered two sureties to stand for N50 million each, with one required to be a member of the singer’s family.Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore intervened in the case amid online concerns over the singer’s prolonged dete…

…Office.Haden's body was discovered last Wednesday after San Diego police received a report that he might be missing. Officers responded to the Edward J. Schwartz Federal Building and found him dead inside an office. Police said they did not initially suspect foul play. The Medical Examiner's Office has now determined t…

…to a robbery at Aimas hair shop located in GRA, Benin city, after the store owner reported the robbery. CCTV footage captured the suspects in the act. The footage shows the moment the male suspect held a gun and used it to threaten sales personnel before locking them in an inner room while the female suspect grabbed ab…

…allegedly fired a pump-action gun at wedding guests in Tudun Yola Quarters, KanoMukthar reportedly told police the noise from the ceremony disturbed his sleep, and the organisers never informed him about the eventKano State Police confirmed the arrest of Mukthar and a second suspect, with the weapon recovered and both…

…another political promise recycled for electoral purposes.” Our correspondent reports that the Chairman of RMAFC, Muhammad Bello, led a delegation on Monday on a verification visit to the Kolmani oil field in Bauchi State, where he pledged to facilitate the remobilisation of exploration activities at the site. Bello sa…

…six-month salary of Nigeria’s 36 governors, an analysis of state budget implementation reports has shown on Monday. The analysis showed that while a governor’s stated monthly salary of N503,000 translates to N3.018m over six months, the combined six-month salary of all 36 governors would amount to just N108.65m. Agains…

…moment in the war, largely neutralizing one of Iran's main sources of leverage. Reports say Rubio outlined the Trump administration's current Iran policy in phone calls with several of his counterparts z-Avoiding military action against Iran for the time being.-Increasing economic pressure on Iran through the -U.S. nav…

…England and Wales.UK government speaks on national ID cardMeanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that a UK government published official guidance stating that certain individuals may be able to enter the country using only a national identity card.The eligibility is tied to the country that issued the national ID card…

…the area. The suspects were identified as Jabiru Hassan, 25, and Umaru Bello, 23, both reportedly from Ilela village in Maradun Local Government Area of Zamfara State. According to the statement, troops recovered one AK-47 rifle, one locally fabricated Dane gun, two rifle magazines, 55 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition and 1…

…20 patients for s3xually transmitted infections (STIs) every day, with health workers reporting that about 40 percent of those patients are HIV-positive.The figures were disclosed by Scottland Medical Centre and Maternity general practitioner Albert Mudarikwa during a recent tour of the facility, highlighting concerns…

…condemned the violence in Ikire, headquarters of Irewole Local Government Area, which reportedly claimed two lives. Oyetola called on the police and other security agencies to identify and arrest those responsible for the killings and other acts of violence in the area. In a statement issued on Tuesday by his media aid…

…or questioning before any allegations were proven. However, the police have denied reports that the two officers were arrested over a criminal allegation. The Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Anietie Iniedu, told PRNigeria that the governor’s ADC and CSO were invited to Abuja by the Inspector-General of Police for q…

…determined through the appropriate legal process.” The management specifically addressed reports referring to alleged drink spiking, saying such claims were not part of the case before the court. “We are particularly concerned by the volume of unverified narratives currently circulating, including claims referencing “d…

…several parts of the state in recent weeks following persistent rainfall, with residents reporting disruptions to movement, businesses and property damage. Major roads and communities, including Gbagada, Iyana Ipaja, Ikorodu Road, Ikeja, Maryland, Mushin, Ogudu, Lekki, Oshodi, Agege, Alimosho and Obalende, have frequen…

…conclusion of the investigation. The PCACC chairman called on members of the public to report any attempt to vandalise or illegally dispose of public and community assets to enable the appropriate authorities to take necessary action. by Linda Ikeji at 25/08/2026 5:34 PM | Share this Story

…timing and courtroom details would only be made available the day before the hearing, as reported by the Punch.Poco Lee currently on remand, says community leaderBenjamin Kuti, also known as Oluomo of Derby and founder of a community organisation supporting Nigerians in the United Kingdom, had earlier stated that Poco…

…he described as a deeply difficult time.Terrorists storm churches Previously, Legit.ng reported that terrorists launched a deadly assault on Ariko community in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna state, targeting two Christian churches during Easter celebrations. The attack left at least seven people dead and result…

…of violent crime,” HURIWA said. The organisation’s call came against the backdrop of reported attacks in several parts of the country, including the alleged abduction of worshippers during Friday prayers in Dekara village, Niger State. HURIWA condemned the reported abduction of women, children and elderly persons, desc…

…directions during the shoot. In reaction to the child's behavior, the mother reportedly produced a cane and began flogging the toddler inside the studio. The viral footage has drawn severe backlash online, with netizens demanding the mother's immediate arrest for child abuse. Watch video... View this post on Instagram…

…crash which occurred on Sunday, August 23, involving a Sienna and a Mazda. According to reports, the victims were traveling from Minna in a Mazda vehicle along the Mokwa-Bida Road on Sunday, August 23, 2026, when they collided with a Sienna. Only one of Hajia Daja's four children survived the accident. The lone survivo…

…all necessary support to aid recovery, relief and security reinforcement.” The PUNCH reported on Friday that terrorists reportedly invaded a mosque in Gidan-Zana, Kpenya village, Dekara District, Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, and abducted worshippers during the Jumat prayers. It was learnt that the terror…

…because your lords are being kidnapped,” he stated, as he recalled an incident of the reported abduction of a judge travelling from Sokoto State, whom he said was kidnapped in Kebbi on July 26 and remained in captivity for about a week before being released. He criticised media organisations for not making enough cover…