…significant fires at the site and surrounding logistics centers.Russia's Defense Ministry reported intercepting over 1,000 drones across multiple regions. Despite the escalating friction, Zelensky confirmed ongoing contact with US presidential envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to discuss diplomatic frameworks, mai…

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed Monday that Israel will not hesitate to strike its enemies at a moment’s notice, eight days before a tight election and following his warnings to Iran. Netanyahu said he spoke to the commander of an unspecified base and saw Israel’s “capability to strike our enemies the moment it…

…before his death, described him as an icon of unity, peace and humilityThe former minister led condolences to the imam's family, including his son Dr Abubakar Saidu Imam, students, and the wider Gombe communityPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Shaykh Saidu Imam, the Chief Imam of Shag…

…other unverified superstitious beliefs that could lead to violence and the unlawful punishment of innocent persons. Aliyu urged residents to report suspicions, grievances and criminal allegations to the police rather than resorting to self-help or jungle justice. He assured the public that the command would pursue just…

…of a modern paediatric centre.While approving the grant, the governor vowed that his administration would not play politics with the health of children, describing the proposed centre as a legacy project for Edo State and Nigeria.He also promised that the state government would work with the management of UBTH to ensur…

…technicians10. IT operations technicians11. IT user support technicians12. Database administrators and web content technicians13. Authors, writers and translators14. Dancers and choreographers15. Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators16. Clothing, fashion and accessories designers17. Industria…

…influencer Yoo Ji-won has met her demise after collapsing just 500 meters from the finish line of a half-marathon. The 25-year-old South Korean runner and KAIST graduate student was competing in the 2026 Seoul Race on October 11. Medical staff performed CPR before taking her to a hospital, where she later gave up. Her…

…October 13, 2026, Justice A.S. Hussein found the defendant 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 in…

…expertise, experience, networks and resources to Nigeria's development. His vision recognises that the diaspora represents a valuable source of knowledge, enterprise and international connections that can help address challenges at home.By strengthening relationships between Nigerians abroad, their communities of origi…

…of innocent people review my case file. 'I request that international human rights organisations and responsible bodies at the United Nations hear my voice and investigate and follow up on the status of my case. 'Remember my name; I may not be able to speak again. But as long as I am alive, I hold one hope: that before…

…viral, Ezeugwu was detained by police following a petition filed 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 an…

…Sri Lankan migrant worker over a comment he made on Facebook, Colombo's Deputy Foreign Minister Arun Hemachandra said. Anojan Sivarasa, 27, was sentenced to death in September after a Saudi appellate court convicted him of blasphemy against Islam and the Prophet Muhammad over his comment. The case sent shockwaves throu…

…ball by pressing the Comoros goalkeeper before threading a pass through for Payne to finish. That 1-0 lead held through to the break.The second half brought more of the same. Kanu doubled Nigeria's advantage on the night in the 57th minute, heading home a cross from Folashade Ijamilusi. PAY ATTENTION: From breaking new…

…the state Commissioner for Information and Orientation. The governor asked the Ministries of Environment and Health to begin extensive fumigation of the river to reduce the risk of a disease outbreak.Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa orders fumigation of the Ondo River Photo the intervention was orderedThe Igbokoda River is a…

Yul Edochie is one of Nollywood's most recognisable faces — and one of its most controversial. The Nigerian actor built two decades of screen credits, a film academy, and a devoted following, only to see it overshadowed in 2022 when he publicly announced a second wife and a secret child. The fallout — divorce proceedin…

…command remains committed to ensuring the law applies equally to all individuals and organisations. Members of the public were urged to remain calm and allow the investigation to run its course, with a warning that anyone found culpable will face legal consequences.

…as long as 21 months to 48 hours under a mandatory service standard for Pension Fund Administrators.Additional exit benefits for eligible workersAn Exit Benefit Scheme, effective January 1, 2026, provides qualifying employees of treasury-funded ministries, departments and agencies with an additional payment equivalent…

…global shock, first. Second, that it’s very, very expensive for the country not to recognise that shock. “And third, it’s much better to use some of that money that would you spend in the subsidies channeled towards more vulnerable people.”Make PUNCH part of your everyday experience.Add us to your Preferred Sources He…

…development partners, commodity associations, private businesses, multilateral organisations and the media. Speaking on the challenges facing the continent’s cocoa and coffee sectors, Adegoke said Africa had the expertise and solutions needed to transform the industries but lacked effective mechanisms to scale them acr…

…only to be 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…

…Supreme Court. In a brief order Tuesday, the Supreme Court agreed to hear the Trump administration’s bid to reinstate the ruling that denied asylum to a Nigerian man who was deported for having provided material support to a terrorist group. The case will be considered during the Court’s current term, which began Octob…

…the incident and ensure that anyone found responsible was brought to justice. Both organisations urged residents to remain vigilant, report suspicious activities and avoid reprisals or the circulation of unverified information. The post Plateau attacks: Three killed, two injured, 114 cattle rustled appeared first on Va…

…Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Idowu Ajanaku, the governor directed the Ministries of Environment and Health to begin extensive fumigation of the river to prevent a possible outbreak of diseases. The statement read, “Following complaints by residents of Igbokoda over the strong stench emanating from the…

…was chased out of the cathedral according to her. "I reached out to the cathedral administrator and he said the woman couldn't establish that it was the catechist that defiled her daughter. According to him, it was the mum that did it to her daughter. He alleged that the mum is very problematic and behaves as if she is…

…Prosecutors said Davis, a former leader of the Southside Compton Crips gang, organised the killing in retaliation for a fight involving Shakur’s entourage and his nephew, Orlando Anderson, at the MGM Grand hotel earlier that night. Shakur, who was 25, was travelling in a car with Marion “Suge” Knight when gunmen opened…