The Nigerian Air Force, NAF, has engaged suspected terrorist elements during an armed reconnaissance mission around Rijana in Kaduna State, following intelligence reports of planned kidnapping activities in the area.The operation, conducted on October 29, 2026, involved an A-29 Super Tucano aircraft deployed by the Air…
By Elizabeth Adegbesan The naira today appreciated to N1,373 per dollar from N1,380 in the parallel market on Thursday. But the naira was stable at N1,346 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed. Consequently, the margin between the parallel and offi…
Human rights lawyer Maduabuchi Idam on Friday called on the Inspector General of Police, IGP Tunji Disu, to arrest and prosecute those behind the attack and abduction of the African Action Congress, AAC, presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore.Idam said the attack and abduction of Sowore was shameful and unacceptable.In…
…his death, Tolufe recorded and shared a video that has since spread widely on social media. According to The Punch, he spoke openly about difficulties in his business operations, saying three machines had broken down, with two of them having only started working that same morning before developing faults.He reflected o…
Everyone has their own way of making a favourite meal, and ONGA is celebrating just that! The seasoning brand from Promasidor Nigeria brought its 'Cook Your Way With ONGA' campaign to Lagos shoppers for three days of food discovery, interactive games, cooking challenges, and exciting rewards in celebration of World Foo…
…on her birthday in March 2025. According to Laura, she was excited about the gift and immediately told her friends about it. However, things took a different turn when the woman began asking when she would post the bracelet on social media. "A few days later, she sent me a message. She said, 'When are you posting it?'…
…States. Conspirators would meet victims on Facebook, Instagram, and similar social media platforms, gain the trust of the victims, and ask the victims to move their conversations to WhatsApp or another encrypted platform. Thereafter, the perpetrators would foster a romantic relationship with their victims and ask the v…
Amid delay in the hearing of the appeal filed by IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, to challenge his conviction, a lawyer has declared that the judgment delivered by Justice James Omotosho is already dead on arrival at the appellate court.The lawyer, Christopher Chidera, a member of the Mazi Nnamdi Kanu Global Defence Consortiu…
…the police report disclosed. According to the statement, a police medical form was immediately issued to the complainant on behalf of the victim, who was then hospitalised, adding that efforts are being made to arrest the suspect to face the law. "Police Medical Report form was issued to the complainant on behalf of th…
…collapse or loss of consciousness should be treated as medical emergencies requiring immediate attention. “Residents with respiratory conditions are also advised to limit exposure to dusty environments and follow relevant health and air-quality advisories,” the statement added. The commissioner called for collaboration…
…members and putting pressure on independent depotsCheaper depot prices may not immediately lower pump prices, but sustained competition could bring relief to motorists and businessesPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Pascal Oparada is a journalist with Legit.ng, covering technology, en…
…Instagram!Attack in Ado EkitiBeyond the brief Facebook post, no further details were immediately available about the circumstances of the attack, the identities of those involved, or the number of persons present with Sowore at the time. His claim that his whereabouts were unknown raised immediate concern among those w…
A tenant in Benin City, Edo State, has reportedly left his landlord with serious head injuries following a disagreement over an increase in rent from ₦300,000 to ₦1 million. In a video shared onine on Friday, October 30, the tenant admitted injuring his landlord but claimed he acted in self-defence after being slapped.…
…with armed terrorists in Kaduna State and a patrol in [Sokoto/Kano] State. The Acting Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force, Captain Tamuno Sinivie, disclosed this in a statement released on Friday. According to him, troops of Sector 1, while conducting a fighting patrol along the Shadow–Old Kuyello Road in…
…civil servants, claiming it will lead to a total economic shutdown.In a statement by his media aide, Oluwatosin Osho, the popular prophet urged labour leaders to be considerate of the Nigerian economy when making demands because a N500K minimum wage isn’t good for Nigeria.He said: “The Nigerian government cannot pay a…
Akinbolusere Kayode, owner of Esther Estate in Ondo, recorded an emotional video willing all his properties to his wife and three children before his deathIn the footage, Kayode insisted he acted without any pressure, acknowledging his wife's role throughout his lifeThe video sparked widespread concern online, with man…
The corpse of a man identified as Kalandi Simon has been discovered with a machete wound to the head along the Jipun road beside Apel Community in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. Security sources said the corpse was discovered at about 6:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 29, 2026, following a report received b…
Media personality Nancy Umeh has criticised the family of late Toluwasing over their public disagreement with his widow concerning his burial arrangements. In a video shared online, Nancy accused the family of using social media to pressure the grieving woman into accepting their demands. "We are watching in real time…
…controlled by the Kremlin contacted some prospective recruits directly through social media.According to Tataje, 18 Peruvians had managed to escape Russia and return home. He described accounts of men leaving their accommodation through windows at night before seeking assistance at the Peruvian embassy. Those allegatio…
…the preliminary register to its website on October 26. Screenshots shared on social media showed suspicious photographs attached to voter records in parts of Edo State. Other complaints concerned alleged duplicate entries and registered voters whose details were missing from the online register.INEC had previously expl…
…Area of Yobe State. In a post on the Nigerian Army’s X handle on Friday, the Acting Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), Operation, HADIN KAI, Captain Mohammed Goni, said the engagements took place between October 29 and 30, 2026. In Bitta, troops successfully disrupted a terrorist ass…
…He called on the commission to clarify its position on this obligation and take immediate steps to restore confidence in the process.2027 Election: Timi Frank Calls for International InterventionFrank urged the United States, the United Kingdom, the European Union, and other international partners to engage the Nigeria…
American singer and songwriter Faith Evans has lost a multimillion-dollar legal battle with The Notorious B.I.G.'s late mother's estate over distribution of funds tied to the late rap star's trust. According to AllHipHop, a Delaware judge awarded a $12.5 million judgment to Voletta Wallace Revocable Trust, Biggie's mot…
…support throughout his time in office.In a statement issued by Bashir Habib Yahya, his media aide, the outgoing chairman appreciated the commission's staff and commissioners for their contributions to the successful conduct of the 2024 local government elections in the state.He acknowledged their commitment to the comm…
…alongside up to 10W reverse charging.The smartphone uses a 6.8-inch 120Hz display and MediaTek Helio G92 Max chipset and is available through Nigerian retail channels. REDMI Note 17 — 7,700mAhThe standard REDMI Note 17 carries a 7,700mAh silicon-carbon battery with 45W Turbo Charging and up to 22.5W wired reverse charg…