…chapel to the funeral, said it was the second time in two years that the chapel had buried one of its members, recalling the death of Vanguard Newspaper correspondent, Chioma Okonna, last year. He prayed for comfort for Odey’s family and protection for journalists. Similarly, the Chairman of the Academic Staff Union of…

…Rivers state, took a devastating turn on Friday, October 2, when a pastor collapsed and died in the middle of delivering a sermon, one whose very subject was the inevitability of death.According to PM News, the pastor, identified as Deacon Steve Eyo, served as the Resident Pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God…

…said drones located the suspected camp, but a rescue operation was delayed due to an IED threatPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over eight years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues Ibadan, Oyo State - Familie…

…daily, yet the governor does not care. Why play politics with human lives?”, he queried. The post Benue community seeks FG’s intervention, says over 500 houses razed in Akpa appeared first on Vanguard News.

…and law-enforcement agencies. He attributed the latest operation to intelligence supplied by the Joint Intelligence Monitoring Team led by Major General A.A. Idris under the supervision of the Chief of Defence Staff. He said: “Since inception to now, we’ve been able to secure at least 137 convictions, and that is large…

…same statement, Strada said, “I continue to believe the Department (of Correction) carried out its responsibilities in accordance with the established protocol.” Lee, who previously denied Pike clemency, has halted further executions through the rest of the year while a review is conducted. Had the drugs killed Pike, s…

…Alhaji Olatokunbo, at Wofun Olodo Area of Ibadan. Ayanlade said the suspect, as identified as Akinrinola Oluwatobi, Okunola Mathew and Ibrahim Rabiu have been arrested. He maintained that some items were recovered from the suspects as exhibits while they are currently in police custody. “The incident occurred on 4 Augu…

…the sector is focused on ensuring that farmers have access to critical inputs. He identified fertilisers, improved seeds and essential extension services as key components of transforming the agricultural sector. “We have implemented NAGS-AP under the Renewed Hope Agenda.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Go…

…N50m for his release. The N50m is for only my son," she said. Another mother, who identified herself as Mrs Oladosu, whose daughter, Greatness, was travelling to Uyo, told the publication that the abductors briefly contacted the family through her daughter's phone. She said the family was able to see Greatness and othe…

…new partner of popular hypeman Fisayo Olagunju, widely known as MC Fish, has strongly denied allegations of domestic violence regarding his past marriage to Nollywood actress Anita Joseph. The denial follows heavy allegations made by Anita's sister, Sandra, who claimed that MC Fish was physically abusive toward the act…

…killed in multiple-vehicle crashLegit.ng earlier reported that Twenty people have died after four vehicles collided on the Hawan Kibo-Jos road in Plateau State, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) said in a statement released on Friday in Abuja.The Corps Public Education Officer, Osondu Ohaeri, said the crash happened…

…of ongoing rescue operations. The latest development came as security agencies intensified efforts to rescue the abducted prospective corps members. The Imo State Commissioner of Police, Audu Garba Bosso, said on Saturday that security operatives had located the suspected camp where the remaining victims were being hel…

…a woman, allegations of harassment and sexual abuse, and legal action. Blaqbonez has denied the sexual-abuse allegations against him and challenged Odumodublvck to prove the claims in court. Speaking about his feud with Blaqbonez, Odumodublvck accused his former friend and collaborator of giving inconsistent accounts o…

The UK government confirmed which country qualifies for its Approved Destination Status Agreement visitor routeApplicants under the route must meet two specific conditions set out in official UK immigration rulesTravellers under the scheme are required to enter and move through the UK under a structured tourist group a…

…move in to where the coordinates showed us where they are," Bosso said.He described the IEDs as the primary obstacle preventing security forces from advancing to free the captives. "Our predicament is that with the intel we have, the camp is mined with IEDs," the Commissioner said.Heavy equipment to be deployedTo overc…

The Imo State Police Command has identified the location where 19 prospective National Youth Service Corps members abducted in the state are being held, but security operatives have delayed moving into the camp over fears that it is planted with improvised explosive devices. The Commissioner of Police in the state, Aud…

…in these areas. When Joseph Tegbe first assumed office as Minister of Power, he identified something critical. “The problem of the power sector, I would say, is largely financial,” he said. He explained that the lack of liquidity affects the entire power value chain, which ultimately hurts reliable power delivery to ho…

…That estimate indicates the scale of the competitive pressure, although the supplied account provides no independently verified loading data.For private depots and importers, losing buyers to the refinery means competing more aggressively for the remaining orders.Expectations can be as influential as actual price chang…

Emotions ran high in Isiala Ngwa North Local Government Area of Abia State on Friday, October 2, as the remains of a family of five who passed away mysteriously in July were laid to rest. LIB had reported that the couple, Mr Nnabugwu and Mrs Chinaza Onyekachi, alongside their three children, David, Nneoma and Chinyendu…

…say more but my story is like Nollywood movie. "Betrayed by bloód..." The man got married in January 2026, meaning his marriage lasted only a few months.

…on the prevailing security situation and possible measures to address the identified challenges. Kefas raises alarm over rising crime, drug abuse, attacks in Taraba

A man suspected of snatching a mobile phone has died after he was run over by a tipper truck while attempting to escape from people chasing him along IBB Road in Kantin Kwari Market, Kano. The incident was disclosed in a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the Kano State Governor on Kantin Kwari Market Affairs,…

…a multi-billionaire.His message has resurfaced after Chivayo and his wife, Lucy Muteke, died in the helicopter crash in Zimbabwe.PAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! A message Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo shared after meeting Nigerian preacher Apostle Joshua Selman has resurfa…

AC Milan star Zachary Athekame became cap-tied to Switzerland after featuring in their 3-0 win over North Macedonia in the UEFA Nations LeagueNigeria had hoped to convince the Geneva-born right-back, who is eligible through his Nigerian father, to represent the Super EaglesAthekame's senior debut was impressive as he p…

…at about 3:32 p.m. after Sopp Water Falls, with brake failure and loss of control identified as likely causes. He said 25 people were involved in the crash, comprising 23 males and two females. According to him, five people, comprising three males and two females, sustained injuries, while 20 males died in the crash. “…