…"We thought they were soldiers because they were wearing military uniforms. They surrounded the village, opened fire on anyone trying to escape, ransacked our homes, carted away our livestock and looted goods from our shops," a resident said. The victims were identified as Bilyaminu Wakkala and Danbaki Tulunawa, while…
…combat missions in response to Nigeria's security challenges."The successful FAT also underscores the Federal Government's unwavering commitment, under the leadership of President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Bola Tinubu, to strengthening the operational capabilities of the Armed Forces of Nige…
…medical equipment, pharmaceutical supplies, and records implicating the dwelling in clandestine medical procedures. The suspect is currently in police custody facing multiple charges related to practicing medicine without a license and operating an illegal health facility. by Linda Ikeji at 27/07/2026 3:23 PM | Share…
…Division, the university displayed roll-up banners across the campus advising female undergraduates to adopt strict precautionary lifestyle measures. Other safety tips displayed on banner include"Do not dress to k!ll. Do not shake hands anyhow with any man. Do not mingle carelessly with men. Do not stay alone with a ma…
…in each hand stabbing a young woman. The video then showed him on the floor and surrounded by a group of people who had stopped him. Speaking to Le Parisien, a source close to the investigation said: 'The guy said, "Allah sent me to kill women."'The Porte de Clichy tram station has been closed since approximately 1pm,…
…11 Diary Room featuring a plush pink armchair, illuminated neon halo ring, and cloud chandelier, Credit: Multichoice Luxury Head of House loft bedroom in the Big Brother Naija Season 11 house with a plush maroon bed and wooden mezzanine staircase. Credit: Multichoice Yellow games room in the Big Brother Naija Season 11…
…Form I-94 after entering the U.S. to confirm their official "Admit Until Date"The reminder formed part of the #VisaWiseTravelSmart campaign aimed at helping travellers understand U.S. immigration rules and avoid overstayingFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! The United States Mission in Nigeria has re…
…regulators to urgently intervene by introducing interest rate caps for digital lenders and strengthening consumer protection measures to curb what he described as exploitative lending practices.Dele Oye calls for regulatory intervention against predatory lenders. ImagesMillions trapped by high-cost digital loansIn a st…
…the Office of the Accountant-General acted on what appeared to be an authentic correspondence from the presidency requesting the creation of an administrative code for the PIFPC, only for investigations to later establish that the letter did not originate from the State House. The revelation is the latest in a series o…
…Yvette Cooper as the UK Governor to the World Bank. From details obtained by our correspondent on the World Bank website on Monday, this transition is tied directly to a broader reshuffle in British leadership. Following Keir Starmer’s resignation, Andy Burnham took over as the new UK Prime Minister and formed a new ca…
…Initiative (RHI) Social Investment Programme scheduled to hold in Akure. The programme, under the Food Outreach Scheme, is expected to provide about 1,800 bags of rice and other food items to vulnerable residents across the state, including widows, persons with disabilities, senior citizens and other indigent persons.…
The German creator of the controversial “Body Worlds” exhibitions of dissected human and animal bodies, Gunther von Hagens, has died at age 81, his family said Monday. They added in a statement that “it was Gunther von Hagens’ own wish to make his body available for plastination after his death”, referring to his techn…
…was advancing quickly and she wanted to maintain autonomy over her future. She was surrounded by her loved ones, including her eldest daughter, Maya. This comes months after it was revealed a child under 12 passed away via assisted dying in the Netherlands. Luna was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's in 2025 at the…
…was denounced by the National Institution for Human Rights in Libya (NIHRL), an independent Libyan civil society organization. In a statement issued on Friday, July 24, 2026, NIHRL recalls "the practices of extremist and terrorist organizations, such as the Islamic State, Ansar al-Sharia, and Al-Qaeda." The organizatio…
…making moment. "We are changing the story and shifting the narrative to one that understands the connection between us and nature. "It is about shifting public and political consciousness through these charters and therefore protecting the river as a living entity." Among the other rights listed on the charter are the…
…by Iranian authorities, according to Iranian state television.A state television correspondent reported on Monday, July 27, that the vessels were stopped overnight after allegedly attempting to use unauthorised shipping lanes. "Last night, six vessels that attempted to transit through a route other than the designated…
…the state government remains committed to delivering durable road infrastructure under the administration of Governor Chukwuma Soludo.He said stricter supervision, compliance with contract specifications and regular quality assurance inspections would now guide every stage of road construction. Ezeobi added that the me…
…death toll to reach 1,000. In the current outbreak, that milestone was reached in just under 10 weeks.The outbreak is the 17th recorded in the Democratic Republic of the Congo but only the third caused by the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus, for which there is currently no approved vaccine or treatment. The World…
…caused hours of gridlock on Monday, leaving commuters and transport operators stranded. The crash disrupted traffic along the busy corridor, with motorists calling for long-overdue safety improvements to reduce the frequency of accidents on the bridge. Multi-Vehicle Crash Triggers Gridlock on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. C…
…Tinubu should step aside, stating that the country was headed in the wrong direction under Tinubu’s leadership. Obi had described the Tinubu administration’s agenda as one of “failure and renewed hopelessness,” and that Nigeria required a different leadership approach to address its economic and governance challenges.…
…the historic markFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Kylian Mbappe ended the 2026 FIFA World Cup as both the Golden Boot winner and the all-time leading scorer in the tournament's history, after a defining performance in France's third-place playoff match secured the landmark on the final day of his c…
Economic expert Olatunji Smith Balogun has commended the Governor of Oyo State, Mr Seyi Makinde, for triggering an infrastructure boom aimed at transforming the state into a prime destination for foreign investors. Balogun, while speaking on the state’s economic evolution, noted that crucial projects such as the constr…
…that she lost about $700, while teammates Rasheedat Ajibade, Asisat Oshoala, Halimatu Ayinde and Joy Omewa also allegedly lost cash before the team moved to Rabat. Following the allegations, numerous social media accounts, believed to belong to Moroccan users, flooded Okoronkwo's Instagram page with abusive comments. M…
…made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday said troops also apprehended a suspected cross-border kidnapper operating between Nigeria and Cameroon. The report said troops of 3 Battalion at Forward Operating Base Logomani detected ISWAP/JAS terrorists attempting to encircle their position through CCTV s…
…Yusuf Zakari, was k!lled in action after troops deployed as a blocking force came under heavy gunfire from armed assailants advancing through Manja Forest. The sources said the troops had been positioned to stop the attackers from infiltrating Manja community, a locality that has witnessed repeated security threats res…