…attempted suicide, with the matter expected to proceed to the National Assembly for the necessary legislative process. The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Adekunle Salako, said the reform was intended to replace punishment with care, support and timely intervention for people experiencing ment…

…an alleged assault on police officers during a surveillance operation. Two vehicles connected to the incident were also impounded. In Cross River State, detectives investigating a reported threat to life arrested a suspect and recovered a locally fabricated single-barrel gun and two live cartridges. The state’s police…

…Punch on Google What actually happened that led to the gunshots? The incident was connected to a land dispute. It is very unfortunate because the land dispute was not related to Isma’il in any way. He was not involved and had nothing to do with the dispute. He was not part of the owners of the land. He was simply a vic…

…involved in the incident before journalists by the NSCDC demonstrated that those connected with the case were available for investigation. “We believe that the investigation must now be allowed to establish precisely what happened, the respective roles of those involved, whether established procedures were followed, an…

…Tennessee and described the investigation into the incident as "entirely appropriate and necessary".The failed execution on Wednesday left Pike unconscious, intubated and dependent on a mechanical ventilator. Her lawyers said she remains critically ill in hospital. Strada said the Department of Correction had followed…

…to remove the petrol subsidy and realign multiple exchange rates were “far-reaching” and necessary to avert economic disaster. “As usual, impactful decision-making that will touch the lives of the Nigerian people. It’s absolutely essential that Nigerians need to be generous to this poor man,” Shettima said. “When we as…

…the number of strikes in the renewed conflict at 1,410. ​The group vowed further “necessary escalatory steps and deterrent measures” against adversaries who keep on targeting the Yemeni resistance. “​We will continue the equation of siege for siege and escalation for escalation until the aggression ceases and the siege…

…murders and armed robbers. The command noted that the suspects were arrested in connection with the killing of a woman in Ibadan and armed robbery. Public Relations Officer of the command, Olayinka Ayanlade made the revelations in a statement made available to newsmen on Saturday in Ibadan, the State capital. Ayanlade…

…facing the sector. The Federal Government’s strategy aims to tackle distribution bottlenecks, unlock industrial demand and rescue electricity distribution companies from their endless losses. The approach of creating energy zones is built on the idea of letting the financially buoyant help support the system for everyo…

…competition among dealers nationwide. ImagesYet falling wholesale offers do not necessarily mean fuel has become affordable. Marketers still face substantial costs for bulk purchases, transportation and financing, while depot owners must generate enough revenue to replace stocks and sustain operations.PAY ATTENTION: Fr…

…them felt loud.A friendship under the microscopeThe two artistes built a visible connection over the years, making their perceived coldness in the video all the more striking to onlookers. PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Fans quickly began dissecting the footage frame by…

…that there should be no activity in the market until the state government completes necessary investigations and takes appropriate action against those responsible for the incident. He warned that no community leader or local government chairman has the authority to determine boundaries between communities without the…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned Nigerians against a fake website claiming that the online voter registration exercise is currently ongoing. The commission, in a public notice on Saturday, said the website, pvc-inecnigeria-org.blogspot.com, falsely announced a nationwide registration wind…

…Sharing a photo from his wedding, he wrote: "Officially Divorced. "Say No to connected marriage / matchmaking marriage. "Date your woman well before marriage else you waste your time and Resources...... "I wish i can say more but my story is like Nollywood movie. "Betrayed by bloód..." The man got married in January 20…

…who was allegedly stolen and taken to Imo State, leading to the arrest of suspects connected to the incident. She added that the child had been reunited with the family. Meanwhile, operatives of the Otuo Division arrested seven suspected notorious cult members during an intelligence-driven operation aimed at curbing cu…

…and Minister of Transportation. 5. The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has assured Nigerians that it is taking practical steps to ensure that the 2027 general elections are free, fair, inclusive and credible. The Resident Electoral Commissioner in Ondo State, Dr Mutiu Agboke, gave the assurance on Frid…

…his first-ever international Christian advocacy tour, Dachomo said the move had become necessary to draw the attention of world leaders to the persecution of Christians in the state. He stated that following the efforts of US President Donald Trump in speaking out about the killings, it was apt to draw the attention of…

…needed. “It is from these numbers that we have they are going to look at which ones are necessary for us to be able to touch… to make both learning and teaching conducive,” he said. For the children waiting inside the cracked walls, however, the assessment is not the destination. They have waited through leaking roofs,…

…should realise that this is a new beginning. God has a plan for them. They should connect with God,” he said. He also encouraged the returnees to deploy the skills and experience they acquired abroad in rebuilding their lives in Nigeria. “Once they begin to take advantage of the skills, the talents, and what they’ve le…

…has been neglected, seek forgiveness and intentionally work towards a healthier, more connected marriage. Room for a kind of togetherness As the demands of parenting change, you may have more time to invest in one another. Use this opportunity intentionally. Go for walks, share meals, plan outings, revisit old interest…

…without giving us a particular time. “The parents of the victims have been on my neck. I have also spoken with some people privately on the matter. “The police are saying they are not in charge of the matter. The families have told the government that they are not pursuing the case in court. Therefore, the government s…

…and coordinated response. Oyelade said Governor Seyi Makinde had directed that all necessary resources be deployed to secure the safe return of the victims. According to the commissioner, the governor emphasised that the safety and well-being of every Oyo State indigene, both within and outside the state, remained a to…

…could not be independently verified. The police had not announced any arrest in connection with the incident as of the time of filing this report. The post Two suspected cultists killed in Osogbo shooting appeared first on Vanguard News.

…remuneration and workforce in tertiary institutions. The union described the move as unnecessary and capable of further delaying the implementation of an agreed salary structure for university workers. ASUU-TSU Branch Chairperson, Comrade Garba Mbave Joshua, stated the union’s position on Friday, October 2, 2026, at a…

…NLC chairman said the union would ordinarily avoid political disputes but considered it necessary to respond to claims concerning workers’ welfare and conditions of service. He urged politicians to verify their facts before making public statements on issues affecting workers. Kebbi NLC challenges Malami’s claims on wo…