…is expected to ease the financial pressure on fuel distributors, particularly those operating far from the refinery in Lagos. Transportation and logistics expenses have historically been major contributors to differences in petrol prices across Nigerian states.By absorbing delivery costs for eligible customers, Dangote…

…may be falling short. Its products include the NHF Mortgage Loan, Rent-to-Own, Cooperative Housing Loan, and Home Renovation Loan, among others.NHF loan: 10 requirements that could determine whether your application succeeds. Photo: BloombergImagesPAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on I…

…to have been caused by "the collapse of several underground tunnels in which miners were operating", the Baboua public prosecutor said in a statement, announcing a judicial inquiry had been opened. "At this stage, it's difficult for us to establish a formal toll," Baboua local official Laurent Ngon Baba told AFP earl…

…Director of Administration and HR, Mrs Aisha Aliyu Abdulrahman and National Director of Operations, Hon. Francis Nnodi. Others were the Director of Mobilisation and Outreach, Rev. Victor Ekam; and zonal coordinators Chris Elijah (South-South), Adefolaseye Adebayo (South-West), and Alhaji Sulaiman Abubakar (North-Centra…

The Ogun State Police Command has reactivated Operation VELVET across the state’s 20 Local Government Areas as part of intensified efforts to enforce traffic regulations, improve road safety and ensure the free flow of vehicular movement on major highways. The operation, directed by the Inspector-General of Police, Ola…

…indigent Nigerians, has repeatedly lamented a chronic paucity of funds that hinders its operations. Determined to ensure free access to justice for juvenile offenders, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), on August 10, unveiled a N120 million strategic partnership with the NBA. The country representative of UNI…

…was carrying guests booked through the luxury tour agency &Beyond, according to operator Lady Lori Helicopters. The cause of the crash has not yet been determined. Michele Sensi-Contugi, the Director General of Ecuador's intelligence agency, and his wife, fashion designer Stephany Sensi, died in the crash, according to…

…development story is being driven largely by what officials describe as stronger cooperation between the state and federal governments. From the Wurukum flyover and Makurdi underpass to the Oju-Awajir Road, Buruku Bridge, Makurdi-Otukpo-Obollo-Afor-Enugu highway, Benue State University Teaching Hospital, BSUTH, and ind…

…PUNCH Metro correspondent who visited the community observed residents and motorcycle operators struggling to navigate the deteriorated road, with some portions covered in dust and uneven surfaces. They said the situation becomes worse during rainfall, making movement difficult for residents, motorists and motorcycle o…

…Court, sitting in Lagos, on Wednesday ordered the remand of three suspects arrested by operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service in connection with the alleged unlawful importation of pump-action rifles into Nigeria. Justice Friday Ogazi ordered the remand of the suspects, who are Kenneth Mbonu, Kenneth Agwu and Choima…

…and Open Leadership, Debo Adeniran, said monitoring campaign expenditure would require cooperation between INEC, the media, civil society organisations and anti-corruption agencies. “If INEC wants to monitor, they will need the help of the rest of us. Those of you in the media and those of us in civil society have role…

…José Mourinho experimented with how best to use the Portuguese international.Rather than operating primarily from the right wing, where he spent significant stretches earlier in his career, Bernardo has been used both centrally and further forward in midfield. His ability to play multiple roles gives Mourinho another t…

…Governor, Alex Otti, has explained why his administration does not interfere with the operations of security agencies in the state. Otti said the policy was based on his administration’s commitment to transparency and doing what was right. The governor spoke on Wednesday at a send-off ceremony in Umuahia for outgoing s…

…Exercise Littoral Fury, in Cross River State as part of efforts to strengthen its operational capacity to combat piracy, sea robbery, illegal oil bunkering and crude oil theft. The exercise, organised by the Eastern Naval Command, is designed to enhance the combat readiness and proficiency of naval personnel in weapon…

…and surrounding areas with wildlife monitoring, animal translocations, and darting operations. Outram was further involved in tree-planting projects across drier parts of northern Kenya and had spoken of a personal commitment to the Reteti elephant sanctuary.He leaves behind a legacy as a pilot who used his skills in s…

…the establishment of a drafting committee to develop a five-year strategic defence cooperation plan. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this while briefing State House correspondents after the Federal Executive Council chaired by Tinubu at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Ab…

…“call for a debate, try and raise the bar, educate themselves to the strata we are operating under.” He also said Eba, as a lawyer, had the option of seeking legal redress if he believed his removal from office was unjustified. “If he thinks he was pushed out of office wrongly, he is a lawyer. He should have gone to co…

…A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) Chidimma Adetshina case, Operation Dudula Western Cape is there, singing Chidimma will go back to Nigeria. pic.twitter.com/BbjadJkSvE- Sir Lebona Cabonena (@LCabonena) August 19, 2026 by Linda Ikeji at 19/08/2026 5:20 PM | Share this Story

Four minors rescued as troops foil kidnap attempt in Plateau Troops of Sector 1, Operation ENDURING PEACE, have foiled an attempted kidnapping and rescued four minors in Agingi, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State. The incident occurred at about 5:45 p.m. on August 17, 2026 when troops responded to a report th…

…that all reports be channeled through the appropriate security authorities. "Your cooperation is crucial to ensuring public safety," he said. by Linda Ikeji at 19/08/2026 5:11 PM | Share this Story

…suspicious activity to community elders, who subsequently alerted troops of the Forward Operating Base in Tsaure. The troops immediately moved in and arrested the suspect. Security sources said the suspect was subsequently moved to the Brigade Headquarters for further interrogation and investigation. The arrest highlig…

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…Development Control was being queried over approvals allegedly granted to car dealers to operate on designated green areas. He directed the immediate removal of car dealerships operating on such spaces, stressing that green areas must be preserved for recreational and environmental purposes.

…care to incarcerated and formerly incarcerated elderly people. The programme currently operates three facilities in the northeastern United States. Smith spent his final years at 60 West, where he received skilled nursing and long-term care. David Skoczulek, a spokesman for the facility, said Smith died peacefully in h…

…foundation while the General Application and Implementation Directive 2025 provided an operational framework for data governance across different levels of government. The minister urged states to align their regulatory systems with the national framework, saying this would “provide the legal clarity necessary to attra…