…have consequently increased military exercises and contingency planning in the region as tensions between Russia and the alliance remain elevated. by Linda Ikeji at 28/09/2026 7:03 AM | Share this Story

…law and human dignity amid widening global conflicts and rising geopolitical tensions. “You have remained a voice of reason as individual states drift from the obligations they assumed under the United Nations Charter and the rules of international law. You have insisted that sovereignty carries duties, that might conf…

…if I’ve offended you in any way.” The apology comes against the backdrop of political tensions surrounding the Lagos State House of Assembly leadership crisis, during which Gbajabiamila disclosed that he had faced difficulties at the Presidency over allegations linked to Elliot’s political activities. Gbajabiamila had…

…from sudden increases in the price of petroleum products. “The ongoing geopolitical tensions involving major oil-producing and consuming countries, as well as attacks in the Middle East, are factors that can affect global oil prices and should not come as a surprise to policymakers. “We have known that the conflict bet…

…at the centre of public curiosity, particularly whenever reports surface about tensions or shifting dynamics within the family.Laila's latest post, warm and deliberately romantic in its framing, has sparked fresh conversation online about the state of affairs in the Nwoko household, with followers reading into the timi…

….youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DuE455_3ynsE%3Fsi%3DcbWHAmByVobD2E_U&utm_source=ff&utm_medium=extensions&utm_campaign=link_modifier Omotola Dragged Over Igbo Actor’s Struggle With Yoruba In Hollywood Nollywood actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde is facing reactions from Nigerians after recounting what she described as one of her…

…governments at the highest level,” he said. The two countries have been seeking to ease tensions over attacks on Nigerians and other African nationals in South Africa. In July, South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, led a delegation to Abuja after President Bola Tinubu direct…

…depots raised ex-depot petrol prices for the second time in under a weekRenewed US-Iran tensions and risks around the Strait of Hormuz are pushing global crude prices toward the $100 per barrel markPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Legit.ng journa…

…the economic crisis in Iran, as crude prices surged towards $100 per barrel amid renewed tensions in the Middle East. Brent crude, the international benchmark, climbed to $97 per barrel on Thursday before retreating to $95.50, according to Oilprice.com, as the disruption to Iranian oil supplies heightened concerns abou…

…as much as N1,345 per litre at NNPCL outlets.Fuel pump prices face fresh pressure as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz escalate. Photo: BloombergImagesAnalysts caution that prices could rise further if Brent crude remains elevated. Although Dangote Refinery, which has a 650,000-barrel-per-day capacity, has expanded…

…development comes as international oil prices have strengthened sharply amid renewed tensions in the Middle East. Brent crude futures settled at about $90.49 per barrel on Tuesday, after rising 2.71 per cent following renewed military exchanges between the United States and Iran. The development is particularly signifi…

…investigate sensitive religious issues before making statements that could heighten tensions between communities.He also appealed to social media users to stop creating and circulating misleading content that could cause misunderstanding or threaten peaceful coexistence. The controversy over the alleged establishment o…

…killing became one of the defining events of 1990s hip-hop, coming at the height of tensions between rival factions associated with the West Coast and East Coast rap scenes. Shakur, one of the most commercially successful and influential rappers of his generation, was closely associated with Death Row Records and the M…

…the Electoral Act and international law. The organisation also warned that political tensions were already rising ahead of the 2027 general elections, with threats and intimidation against opponents potentially creating a climate of fear. “Election is not war and those who belong to or choose to vote for an opposition…

…to improved relations between oil-producing communities and operators, reducing tensions that had previously disrupted petroleum operations. She said the resulting improvement in peace and stability had also supported increased crude oil production. The NUPRC boss, however, acknowledged that the implementation of some…

…the United States, Israel and Iran have been engaged in a conflict that has heightened tensions in the Middle East, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, leading to volatility in oil prices. Global oil prices drop as Venezuela plans to exit OPEC

…Kpohazounde also warned that the approaching election period could heighten tensions and expose youths to manipulation. She said, “These few months that are coming, wherever you see any of the signs that I’ve explained earlier that lead to conflict, exclusion, injustice, hate speech, anything that may contribute to cre…

…actors. It further called on the National Peace Committee to step in before political tensions worsen ahead of the 2027 general elections. ADC challenges Tinubu to clarify ‘all is fair in politics’ remark

…framework would also remain operational after the elections to help identify emerging tensions, threats to public order and other security concerns before they escalate. “Election security does not end when voting ends. The period immediately after elections can present its own security challenges,” he said. On politic…

…Nigerians, as well as the international community. We must not allow anyone to escalate tensions. “As an executive chairman, his words carry weight. If his supporters act on these threats, the security of the area council will be severely compromised,” Okai said. The ADC chieftain urged the Kuje council boss to exercis…

…and urged residents to remain calm and avoid actions capable of further escalating tensions. He called on the Osun State Police Command and other security agencies to take decisive measures to restore order and protect residents, particularly in areas affected by the unrest. Oyetola also urged security agencies to depl…

…struggle for political control within the Katsina APC. According to party sources, tensions between the Radda camp and Masari’s supporters have increased in recent months, particularly over control of the party structure and its political direction ahead of 2027. A senior APC member, who spoke anonymously, said the dis…

…Reserved Area (GRA). The move is widely viewed as a retaliatory swipe following recent tensions between the Edo State government and Davido's camp. Watch the video he shared below View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) by Linda Ikeji at 25/08/2026 2:03 PM | Share this Stor…

…of a broader hybrid war against the West. The suspected strategy is intended to increase tensions among NATO members and weaken support for Ukraine without provoking a direct military confrontation with the alliance.NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has described suspected Russian sabotage as "reckless and dangerous",…

…that President Bola Tinubu losing influence in his home region, combined with existing tensions between his administration and the Adeleke family and public remarks by Davido suggesting the family would not back Tinubu for the presidency, creates a political problem Tinubu will need to address before 2027.On the electo…