…has intensified the contest for Nigeria’s 109 senatorial seats. Meanwhile, the CBN reports that Nigerian banks closed 476 branches and cash centres between 2022 and 2025, reducing the number from 5,410 to 4,934, an 8.8% decline. These developments are among the major stories making the headlines now 1. 2027: INEC final…

…revealed singer Burna Boy and socialite Rahman Jago stood by him. Lee's UK SituationReports had emerged in August claiming that Poco Lee was on remand in a UK prison, with a plea hearing said to have been scheduled for September. Those reports followed allegations of sexual offences levelled against him. His video call…

…to “continue to shut every pipeline being used by drug cartels,” whether through airports, seaports, land borders or the hinterland where cannabis is cultivated. He also commended the DOGI, MMIA, Ondo, Edo, Delta, Kaduna, Plateau, Bayelsa and Kano Commands for the successful operations.

…while another school in Egbeda raised its fee from N250,000 to N320,000 per term. Reports from across the country also indicated similar increases in school fees and other financial obligations facing parents. Fuel price hike may hamper school runs The frequent increase in the pump price of petrol may force some school…

…other guys.” VeryDarkMan, who shared the video call on social media, also questioned reports surrounding Poco Lee situation while praising Burna Boy and Rahman Jago for their support. In the caption accompanying the video, VeryDarkMan wrote: “I just got off a video call with @rahman_jago_ and @poco_lee. I guess the nex…

…by the Nigeria High Commission, London, the mission said it was compelled to clarify reports and commentaries circulating over the charges for the intervention exercise. The mission said some of the information in circulation was inaccurate and did not represent its official position. “For the avoidance of doubt, any c…

…and the other dignitaries had been aboard the train hit by the drone. Subsequent reports clarified that Johnson and several other officials were travelling on a separate train that had passed through the area shortly before the attack, while the passenger service behind them was struck. Ex-UK PM Boris Johnson, European…

Amid reports that the leaders of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are set to meet on Monday to discuss plans for the breakup of the United Kingdom, UK, Igbo religious leaders have warned the British and Nigerian governments against the consequences of refusing to listen to Nnamdi Kanu’s call for a referendum on Bia…

…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…

…their kids enjoying a beach getawayThe Moroccan beauty posted the vacation content as reports of Ned Nwoko's possible reconciliation with Regina Daniels circulated onlineLaila expressed gratitude for the family trip, saying travel gives her the chance to pause, reconnect, and experience lifePAY ATTENTION: Find it fast…

…mobility, strengthening urban infrastructure and creating an environment that supports economic activity and social development,” Zulum stressed. His Nasarawa State counterpart, Abullahi Sule, who joined in the commissioning, commended the Borno government for embarking on the project, adding that it would serve the be…

…gathering centres in an attempt to frustrate the 2027 general elections. Tribune reports that the DSS held separate meetings with the Muslim community and the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Osogbo on Wednesday, September 9, where religious leaders were advised to take preventive measures against possible att…

…in Gombe and the Zonal Chairman, North-East Zonal Working Committee. Our correspondent reports that Hassan Muhammadu was also a former Commissioner for Finance and Economic Development in Gombe State. Some sources disclosed that he is set to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to work for the party’s govern…

…European champions runs through June 2028, but transfer journalist NicolÀ² Schira reports that club officials are ready to open formal negotiations to extend his commitment to the San Siro outfit. The Nigeria winger returned to San Siro ahead of the current campaign after spending the 2025/26 season on loan in the Prem…

…said, touched the lives of Nigerian and Yoruba Muslims across the country.Legit.ng reports that the community released a statement on Sunday, September 6, describing him as a foundational figure in the growth of organised Nigerian Islamic life in Ireland. Members said his death had left many hearts heavy, though they a…

…the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has raised concern over reports of young Nigerians allegedly selling their organs to survive amid the country's cost-of-living crisis. The post Cost-of-living crisis pushing Nigerian youths to sell organs — Atiku appeared first on Tribune Online.

…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…

…night, September 3, when the incident occurred in the parking lot. According to reports, the worker was crushed to death by a tour bus after a supporting apparatus failed, causing the vehicle to collapse on him. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Squeeze later announced the cancellation of the concert, saying the ban…

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…

…Engr. Mustapha Gubio, was ambushed by suspected Boko Haram terrorists. DailyTrust reports that the incident occurred on Thursday evening, September 3, as the candidate and his entourage were returning to Maiduguri after a thank-you visit to the border town of Damasak, a border town that is about 190km from Maiduguri, t…

…the wedding attack but expressed deep scepticism over Iranian state media reportsPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Oil prices climbed again this week as fresh fighting between the United States and Iran broke the relative calm that had held for several weeks, with Iran continuing to c…

…the only European NATO member to commit our nuclear deterrent to the alliance."Recent reports have also suggested that Washington could reconsider aspects of its position on the dispute amid wider disagreements with Britain over defence spending and foreign policy, although those claims have been attributed to unnamed…

…or blaming anyone for the channel's situation, refusing to make accusations about reports or sabotage. Instead, she acknowledged the reality and asked fans to stay patient.Wumi Toriola directs fans to new YouTube channelWhile Wumi Toriola TV remains inaccessible, the actress encouraged fans to head over to her second c…