…and enrolled within the first four days of the exercise, with more than half of the passports already produced and dispatched to applicants. The exercise has, however, been accompanied by complaints from Nigerians in the UK over passport processing, charges and operational difficulties. The PUNCH had earlier reported c…

…scrutinised the use of Awoniyi's arm during the challenge while speaking on Sky Sports. "He's lent into it. You cannot be doing that. You can clearly see that there's an elbow and that there's force," he said.Smith, analysing the incident for BBC Radio 5 Live, pointed out that Awoniyi was not focused on the ball at the…

…a similar controversy has engulfed Borno State, where the Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Sainna Buba, threatened that those who refuse to support the APC in 2027 “will be flogged,” while separately warning that anyone who crossed the ruling party would have a finger broken. The remarks, made at a campai…

…Pilgrims Welfare Board during the 2024 pilgrims’ operations. They demanded the e-passports of Idris and Gado, both of whom were registered as intending pilgrims. Gado’s passport had already been released and she had departed for the Hajj, while Idris’ passport was handed over to the DSS. He was subsequently detained. A…

Victor Osimhen scored for Galatasaray before leaving the pitch injured in the second half of their win over Istanbul BasaksehirA Turkish doctor outlined both the best and worst case recovery scenarios for the Nigerian striker's groin injuryGalatasaray fans and Nigerian football followers are waiting for manager Okan Bu…

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso addressed Moises Caicedo's fitness ahead of the London derby against ArsenalCaicedo returned as a substitute against Brighton but lasted only 13 minutes before asking to come offChelsea sold Enzo Fernandez to Manchester City for £125 million and failed to sign Lamine CamaraPAY ATTENTION: Fin…

…not look like a balanced squad,” former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher told Sky Sports. “Liverpool are short in the full-back areas and probably a midfield player as well.” Iraola welcomed the end of the summer transfer window earlier this week. “Once the market is closed, we know who we are,” he said on Thursday.…

Some betrayals don't reveal their full weight until the silence that follows. When the sun came up after my daughter's wedding, I learned that even the darkest endings can hide an unexpected ally.PAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! >The morning of Stella's wedding, I stood at the window…

…All these clubs are expected to challenge for honours this term according to the latest sports betting odds, and having Osimhen in your ranks, and his goals, are going to help hugely on that front.Galatasaray Remain In ControlAs things stand, Galatasaray are in total control of the situation. They had loaned Osimhen fr…

…emerged from the meeting between the Nigerian delegation led by Chairman of the National Sports Commission Mallam Shehu Dikko and FIFA President at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich on Tuesday. Following the mass resignation of the Ibrahim Gusau-led Board of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF after intense pressure fro…

A new video from September 1, 2026, shows Cardi B and Nigerian goalkeeper Maduka Okoye together in Udine, Italy, where he playsFans noticed Maduka glancing directly at the camera, sparking debate over whether he arranged for someone to film the encounterThe fresh sighting comes amid ongoing speculation about the pair's…

Nine Nigeria-eligible players sealed moves on transfer deadline day, spanning clubs across England, Italy, Germany and the NetherlandsTosin Adarabioyo left Chelsea for local rivals Tottenham Hotspur, while David Ozoh ended a 13-year spell at Crystal PalaceTim Iroegbunam joined Hull City on a five-year deal to become a …

…[life,] not to be treated like a criminal. So now, how am I supposed to play college sports with a GPS monitor on my leg?"Springfield pastor Carl Ruby said on Monday that the family believes Bel took his own life as a result of President Donald Trump's immigration agenda that targeted TPS."I'm sitting with a family rig…

…they pay for, following reports that MultiChoice is testing new packages built around sports and entertainment content.The development could mark a significant change in how DStv packages are structured, particularly for customers who currently pay for a broad range of channels simply to access a few programmes or spor…

…into the alleged inciting comments made by the Borno State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Sainna Buba. It also said the Chairman of Kuje Area Council in the Federal Capital Territory, Danjuma Shekwolo, and the Senator representing Osun East, Francis Fadahunsi, are currently under investigation for the s…

…Kenya, with head coach Elishama Elam hailing the team’s never-say-die spirit, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Nigerians appeared headed for defeat after losing the opening two sets 25-20, 25-22, but fought back to win the third 25-21 before levelling the contest with a dominant 25-13 victory in the fourth set. Nigeria…

…representing Osun East Senatorial District; Borno State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Sainna Buba; and Chairman of Kuje Area Council in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Danjuma Shekwolo.Contents…as police defend alleged tear-gassing of protesting pensioners in Lagos154 arrested during Osun election…

…alleged forced deportation and indoctrination of children, forced issuance of Russian passports, arbitrary detention and disappearance of Ukrainian civic leaders, torture and ill-treatment. She also said communities had been left without water or humanitarian assistance, while Ukraine’s cultural heritage and language w…

…Management, Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, and Ministry of Youth and Sports Development. He also made a presentation on NPO risk assessment and the categories of terrorism financing risks faced by non-profit organisations. The SSG assured the delegation of the state government’s cooperation, saying h…

…that if he wants to."Reacting to the endorsement on Tuesday, September 1, during a sports broadcast on Brila FM, Udeze expressed total disagreement with Martins' assessment. "For me, it's a bad idea," Udeze stated. "I don't know what made Martins make such a statement-maybe because he's a friend to Seyi Tinubu-but like…

…students seeking accurate information to the Czech Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports and the Dům zahraniční spolupráce, which provides information on study opportunities for foreign students. The embassy said, “Please do not rely on information published on unofficial websites stating that Nigeria is eligible for…

…OtaThe cleric declared that any man who beats his wife should register at the sports council insteadOyedepo also shared a striking lesson about the names couples call each other during argumentsPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Bishop David Oyedep…

…Ramabai Ranveer, who ran barefoot and in a sari, beat younger participants running in sports shoes and track suits. She began running in slippers but when they kept slipping off, she removed them, held them in her hands, and ran barefoot. The mother from Ambajogai in Maharashtra's Beed district, India, has set an inspi…

…who vote against APC (video) Saina Buba, the Borno State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, has threatened political opponents with physical harm if they fail to support the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Buba made the incendiary remark during a campaign inauguration event organized by the Tinubu C…

Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha claimed Victor Osimhen is a lifelong fan of the club and is keen on a move to Old TraffordOsimhen has been linked with Arsenal and Tottenham throughout the summer window, but Saha says the Nigerian forward would choose United over bothThe transfer window closes on Tuesday, Se…