…Cup hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Martyn Ziegler of The Times reported that the global football governing body accumulated $5 billion (£3.8 billion) strictly from this revenue stream over the summer. This figure dramatically exceeded FIFA's original tournament estimate of $3.3 billion (£2.47 bill…

…legislation does not automatically authorise deductions from individual accounts, per a report by the Voice of Nigeria.He urged Nigerians to distinguish between the actual provisions of the law and misleading claims circulating about the reforms.According to him, tax recovery must comply with applicable laws, while ord…

…praised Yusuf for compiling the book 'Nigeria Is Ours: A Compendium of Public Interest Reporting,' which he described as covering issues including education, governance, healthcare, security, technology and civil liberties."In an era of sensationalism, he chose substance. In an era of noise, he chose facts," Ogungbayi…

…2026, Tata called on the Taraba State Police Command to investigate the killing, which reportedly occurred on October 26, 2026.According to the petition, Salakan was allegedly shot dead while returning from the market in Karim- Lamido local government council.The petition further alleged that the attackers took away th…

…Toluwanisings died in the early hours of October 14, 2026, in Ibadan, Oyo State, after reportedly slumping. His death generated public concern, with his personal assistant, Babadunni Gbolabo, alleging that efforts to obtain medical attention for the singer involved visits to several hospitals before he died. The Univer…

…conducting a fighting patrol to clear the Anka–Guruzu Road in Zamfara State following reports of terrorist activities, came under a coordinated ambush by terrorists positioned on both sides of the road.The troops responded with overwhelming firepower, courageously fighting through the ambush and inflicting heavy casual…

…classrooms, overcrowding and shortages of learning materials. The 2025 UBEC Annual Report showed that the funds had been disbursed to State Universal Basic Education Boards but remained unspent in state accounts as of July 21, 2025. Benue recorded the highest unspent balance at N19.18bn, followed by Imo with N14.12bn a…

…32, was studying at the University of California, San Diego. The offence carries a reported maximum sentence of 40 years in prison. Leon's mother, Savannah Roberts, addressed the court after the plea, describing the lasting impact on her family. She said the events had "eradicated my sense of safety across every domain…

…to complete.Australia speaks about assessing Medicare Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that Australia published a list of 11 countries it holds Reciprocal Health Care Agreements with, covering medically necessary treatment during visits.Citizens from the listed countries can receive emergency care and treatment…

The Nigerian military has reported that eight terrorists were neutralised and 10 others injured in a strike on terrorist positions across the Lake Chad waterways.According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, the operation was carried out around 9 am on Wednesday, 28 October 2026, by the maritime component of Operation…

…Apollos Charly was injured, and Mr Danbaba Libet, aged 57, is missing,” Bulus said. “Reports reaching us indicate that gunmen that have been terrorising communities in Plateau State attacked the victims at Pastor Apollos Charly’s farm,” he said. Bulus said the incident occurred in “Lamor, Pushit District, Mangu Local G…

…ladies being assaulted by men who attacked them during a local festival. According to reports, the community holds an annual festival in March during which ladies are barred from being seen in public, and any woman who fails to remain indoors is harassed by the men holding the festival. Videos shared online at the time…

…began slapping her before taking out a pistol and striking her in the head. The woman reportedly tried to leave the vehicle, but Berlanga allegedly grabbed her arm to prevent her from getting out. She eventually broke free and ran to a nearby 7-Eleven, where bystanders called police.Responding officers said they observ…

…ChatGPT gave her dangerous medical advice that contributed to her death.According to a report by The New York Times, which reviewed the lawsuit, Wan's father, Qun Wan, and her mother watched through a video call from China as a friend entered her apartment and found her body. The official cause of death was sudden unex…

…State.Akinlosotu made the call in a statement on Wednesday following the release of the report of the committee set up to investigate the incident.The committee, chaired by the Deputy Director-General of the Department of State Services, DSS, Jonathan Kure, had disclosed that the miners died of suffocation while in cus…

…the family originally insisted he be buried at the house he built in Ibadan, the widow reportedly objected due to the emotional distress of living on the property with his grave. As a compromise, the family stated that if a home burial is rejected, his body should be returned to the family compound to be buried next to…

…October 28, 2026. According to the PPRO, the farmer, identified as Rasheed Hassan, was reportedly murdered at General Camp in the Government Reserve area. The police said that Ala Youth President, Ayodele Fabunmi, arrested two suspects in connection with the murder on October 26 and was taking them to the police statio…

…figures.Veteran actor Alan Dysert’s death leaves fans heartbrokenLegit.ng earlier reported that Alan Dysert, who played Sean Cudahy on ABC's All My Children, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026, at the age of 75.His wife Michelle confirmed the news in a heartfelt statement, revealing he had been fighting a rare and…

…the Oil Mill Market area, when the vehicle conveying inmates and correctional personnel reportedly encountered a traffic holdup and was allegedly attacked by some individuals. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Service Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Corrections, J.N. Osuji, said members of the a…

…rising death toll. Emiliano García-Page, the regional president of Castilla-La Mancha, reported that at least 80 people were injured as emergency personnel continued searching the wreckage for survivors and victims.The disaster marks Spain's second major rail accident of the year. According to Spain's rail system opera…

…the burial of the late gospel singer, Toluwanisings. The singer's widow, Elizabeth, is reportedly at loggerheads with her in-laws over his final resting place. While she insists on a cemetery burial, the late singer's paternal family strongly demands that he be buried inside the house he built before his demise. The si…

…million for her release.Hussaini, a teacher at Central Pilot Primary School, Kuru, was reportedly taken from her residence in Kuru community on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, and has remained in captivity since then.A family member, Suwaiba Abdullahi, made the appeal on Tuesday, disclosing that the kidnappers had demanded…

…reduction in trading activity in the official market.The naira's appreciation came amid reports of dollar liquidity support from the CBN through authorised dealer banks following recent pressure on the local currency.The intervention was aimed at easing foreign exchange demand pressures and supporting the naira after i…

…heard gunshots and went to investigate after informing his station that he intended to report the development. He alleged that an NDLEA operative slapped him, causing him to lose consciousness.“I was screaming, ‘I am a press man,’ but the beating continued. I was bundled and thrown into the trunk of their Hilux, while…

…to demonstrate access to at least £14,130 in living expenses from November 30, 2026. As reported by Nairametrics on Wednesday, the revised maintenance requirements, introduced by the UK Home Office, will affect prospective international students, including Nigerians, seeking admission to British universities. Under the…