…being experienced across the nation could eventually become a major challenge for the government. The outspoken commentator, who has frequently criticised the government and complained about the economic conditions in Nigeria, expressed concerns over increasing poverty levels and the hardship faced by ordinary citizens…

…House have drawn sharp criticism for their aggressive use of social media and official government platforms, including by using racist and offensive images, like House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries in a sombrero and the Obamas depicted as apes in a jungle. While some people are posting their scores from the White Hou…

…are the same ones that still end up with these terrorists into using,” he said. He urged governments that must distribute motorcycles as part of empowerment programmes to consider lower-capacity models that would be less useful to armed groups. “Even if you have to give, don’t give them the big capacity motorcycles, gi…

…sparked heavy outrage online. The incident happened on Wednesday, September 2, during a government cleanup of illegal structures. The footage shows an excavator from the Anambra State Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development tearing down illegal shanties. In a terrifying moment, the machine destroys a buildi…

Retired officers of the Nigerian Correctional Service in Kogi have urged the Federal Government to urgently address poor retirement benefits and prolonged delays in gratuity payments. The appeal was made during the official inauguration of the pioneer executives of the Retired Correctional Officers Association, Kogi ch…

…responsive to today’s challenges. The new institute will combine UNITAR’s work helping governments, diplomats and public institutions build skills and capacity with UNSSC’s expertise in training, leadership development and knowledge-sharing for UN personnel. “Member States and the United Nations system are facing incre…

…to ignore elements whose new responsibility appears to be blackmailing the Federal Government of Nigeria and, by extension, the Nigerian people who are earnestly earning a living abroad," he said."America and Nigeria have a relationship that is far bigger than the ambitions of desperate politicians. That relationship s…

The Federal Government says it remains resolute in remedying the decades-long environmental degradation suffered by the people of Ogoniland in Rivers State. Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, gave the assurance in Bodo City, Gokana Local Government Area of Rivers State, during the 10th anniversary of the Ogoni Cl…

A nine-year-old married couple in Bara community, Kirfi Local Government Area of Bauchi State, has welcomed a set of triplets, with the father expressing concerns over how to cater to the growing family. The 27-year-old father, Sa’idu Aliyu, who spoke with Arewa PUNCH after the birth of the babies on Tuesday, said he w…

…and manufacturing development would support the growth. They added that the Federal Government’s plan to establish Building Materials Manufacturing Hubs across the country under the Renewed Hope Agenda would strengthen local production and supply chains while supporting efforts to reduce construction costs. Senior Vice…

Sokoto State government has commenced its 2026 tree-planting campaign, targeting 500,000 seedlings across the state’s 23 local government areas. Governor Ahmed Aliyu flagged off the campaign on Tuesday at Gidan Man Ada Housing Estate, urging residents to support efforts to tackle desertification, deforestation and clim…

…education programme. This is even as 3,150 applicants have been shortlisted by the government to participate in the Computer-Based Test (CBT) for the recruitment of 500 teachers under the programme. The applicants were selected from more than 9,000 graduates and holders of […] The post Jigawa targets 5,000 Almajirai wi…

The United Nations Children’s Fund has urged journalists to scrutinise government budgets and spendings on children to ensure that allocations translate into improved education, healthcare, nutrition and other essential services. UNICEF made the call during a one-day Media Dialogue on Public Financing for Children orga…

…those areas,” he said. The Defence Minister also called for greater involvement of local governments in tackling insecurity, saying their proximity to communities gives them an advantage in identifying criminals and preventing crime. He said, “So governors and local government… and I can tell you, we must allow our loc…

The Federal Government has dismissed reports alleging that Nigeria and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) supported or endorsed the recent failed coup attempt in Niger Republic. The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, described the claims circulating on social media…

The Kwara State Government has commissioned six youth-friendly centres across selected primary healthcare facilities in the state to improve access to confidential, respectful and adolescent-responsive healthcare services. The centres, established with support from the Global Fund and implemented by Jhpiego through the…

…than 120,000 vehicles converted to CNG, boosting transportation optionsGovernment targets 1,000 CNG stations to offer cheaper transport solutionsPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Pascal Oparada is a journalist with Legit.ng, covering technology, energy, stocks, investment, and the eco…

…to them. The returnees, numbering over 30, gathered a few metres from the Imo State Government House on Thursday, requesting to see whoever was in charge of the South Africa returnees’ reintegration desk so they could be included. Bearing placards, they appealed to the state government to extend the gesture to them,…

The Special Assistant on New Media to the Kebbi State Government, Comrade Uthman M. Jibo, has resigned from his position and announced his decision to join the African Democratic Congress, ADC. Jibo tendered his resignation from the government position on September 1, 2026, with immediate effect. In his resignation let…

The Federal Government of Nigeria has dismissed claims that the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) backed the recent failed coup attempt in Niger Republic, insisting that Nigeria remains opposed to military takeovers and other unconstitutional changes of government. The Minister of State for Foreign Aff…

…Command has arrested a man, Ajah Ikechukwu, of Ngwogwo Community, Ishiagu in Ivo Local Government Area of the state, for allegedly staging his own kidnap and extorting ransom from his family. The State Commissioner of Police, CP Hope Okafor, disclosed this on Thursday during a press briefing at the Command Headquarters…

Under this government you can insult and attack the president and still go to bed without midnight troubles - Tinubu President Bola Tinubu has said Nigerians are free to criticise or insult him without fear of reprisals, describing tolerance of criticism as part of his administration's commitment to democratic freedoms…

…Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues Gbagada, Lagos State - An Ikeja Electric Plc technician was rescued after sustaining an electric shock mid-operation on a power pole along Gbagada Bus Stop in Lagos State, setting off a tense res…

By Daniel Abia, P/Harcourt PANIC has gripped Okrika Local Government Area of Rivers State following an incident in which several persons suspected of illegally siphoning petroleum products reportedly died after inhaling toxic fumes. While community sources put the death toll at 43, the Rivers State Police Command said…

…industrial action by the university workers. The protest, led by the Students’ Union Government (SUG), saw the students barricade the university’s main gate and adjoining roads linking the institution to the major highway. They expressed frustration over the prolonged disruption of their academic programmes and uncerta…