…the community had lost "one of our all-time mentors and respected teachers."Pantami's final visit to the ImamAbout three weeks before the imam's death, Pantami joined Alhaji Hussaini Ahmad Ganga, the Dan Amar of Gombe, Alhaji Usman Gurama, and Dr Abubakar Saidu, also known as Dr Yagi, to visit Shaykh Saidu Imam at his…

…of police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, had directed the transfer of the case to the State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, Bauchi, for discreet investigation and the arrest of three other suspects still at large. The police spokesman quoted the commissioner as warning against accusations of witchcraft and other unverif…

…(US) government has outlined specific immigration benefits available to foreign nationals who serve in the US Armed Forces under treaty-based recruitmentUS policy identifies two family groups who may qualify for derivative Special Immigrant Status through a qualifying foreign military recruitThe policy document sets ou…

…that the incident, suspected to be a case of arson, was reported at the Abigi Divisional Police Headquarters on Sunday, following information that a house had been set ablaze, resulting in the woman’s death. The command disclosed this in a statement issued on Sunday by its Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi B…

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…would work with the management of UBTH to ensure that the project met international standards.However, more than a year after the pledge, construction of the centre is yet to begin, with no groundbreaking ceremony held.Worried by the delay and last Thursday’s petroleum tanker explosion at Oluku Market along the Benin-L…

…shortage list, naming 70 job roles across multiple industries where foreign nationals are eligible to apply for work in Britain.UK Visas and Immigration released the guidance, confirming that workers whose jobs appear on the list and who are employed in medium-skilled roles can make applications to switch visa routes,…

…Babaseyi. According to the statement, the incident was reported at the Abigi Divisional Police Headquarters after information was received that a house had been set ablaze, resulting in the woman’s death. “The Ogun State Police Command has a 56-year-old man, Madarikan Emehinola, in custody in connection with a suspecte…

…were murdered and three others were injured after gunmen attacked the Uratta Divisional 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…

…abducted alongside Ahmed Zakka, his wife and their baby on October 5, 2026. Security analyst and conflict reporter, Bakatsine, disclosed this on X on Thursday night, October 15, following the release of Zakka and his family. "Since Ahmed Zakka and his young family regained their freedom, we must also remember Jamila, t…

…guilty of culpable homicide punishable with death under Section 221 of the Kogi State Penal Code, 2019 (as amended). The presiding judge held that the evidence tendered by the prosecution was overwhelming and proved beyond reasonable doubt that the defendant intentionally st@bbed his friend to d-ath. According to the p…

Gunmen have shot and unalived the Mishkaham Bokkos, Da Jatau Yohanna Samkwar, at his residence in 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. H…

…7, 2026. ‎According 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, the…

…Quimely, confirmed the cause of death and gave a heartbreaking account of his final moments in an interview with the Argentine media. 'My dad's passing was natural,' she said. 'He had a heart attack. His chest started to hurt, and he couldn't take it. 'It was just a matter of 15 minutes, nothing more. The Scientific Po…

…understanding of the Nigerian diaspora, including its diverse experiences, professional capabilities, interests and expectations. The meeting also considered how the High Commission could serve as a stronger link between Nigerians living in the United Kingdom and opportunities to contribute to development back home. In…

…day. God have seen your heart already. I will advice you repent so that God will finally release his son to notice you. 'Of course, this is not for real Christians that are single because God has something special for them. God is obviously preparing his choicest son for them. 'This is for the singles promoting evil an…

…also sentenced to 12 years, six months, and one day on charges of acting against national security and spreading anti-regime propaganda. Amini was arrested on January 31 after she - alongside hundreds of thousands of Iranians - took to the streets to protest against its authoritarian government. Following her sentencin…

…who snuck out of their apartment while their mother was taking a nap were found unalive 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 E…

…by her school's administrator. She was arrested by police operatives from the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex in Enugu on May 4, 2026, but was later released after she met her bail conditions. Alex Onyia, CEO of Educare, intervened and helped Ezeugwu with transferring to a new institution to contin…

…questions to understand how a relationship with him would fit into the life I've intentionally built: "1. Beyond attraction, what makes you think your values, lifestyle, and future plans align with mine? "2. After meeting your financial obligations to your children and any former spouses, what can you realistically con…

The half-sister of reality TV personality Kash has been charged with accidentally causing her death. Vernika Dunbar, of Richmond, was charged with involuntary manslaughter, assault with a firearm, and carrying a loaded firearm in public, all felonies. According to KTVU, police identified Dunbar as the woman who took th…

…as well as a fine of three million Saudi riyals ($0.8m; £0.6m) by the Al-Ahsa Criminal Court. Faizer Mustafa, a Sri Lankan lawmaker who is involved in legal negotiations with Saudi Arabia regarding Sivarasa's case, confirmed to BBC Sinhala that Saudi Arabia had overturned the death sentence, adding that they are review…

…Two senior Iranian officials told Reuters that the country adopted a revised operational strategy approximately 10 days ago. While declining to disclose specific operational details, the officials indicated that the changes involve shifts in both the tempo and nature of attacks directed at vessels deemed in violation o…

…another header from an Ijamilusi assist, before Christy Ucheibe calmly converted a penalty in the 72nd minute after Okpe was fouled inside the box. The final score on the night was 5-0, giving Nigeria a commanding 7-0 aggregate victory.The result sends the 10-time African champions into the third round, where the Confe…

…a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Legit.ng journalist Victor Enengedi has over a decade's experience covering energy, MSMEs, technology, banking and the economy.Some Lagos residents are enjoying relief from falling rice prices, while others are paying more for their preferred br…