…targets," it said. The Diocese said it had held discussions with residents, traditional rulers and elders, and raised its concerns with civil and security authorities."The Church does not take the path of withdrawal lightly, nor in haste. The Lord instructs us to be peacemakers, and we have laboured to be so. At every…

The Independent National Electoral Commission in Lagos State has introduced QR codes to help eligible voters locate Permanent Voter Card collection centres ahead of the 2027 general elections.The commission said voters could access and scan the codes through its official website and social media platforms to identify d…

Social media personality Saida Boj has reacted to fresh allegations involving relationship therapist Blessing CEO and a ₦69 million property lease. In a video shared online, Saida questioned how Blessing allegedly presented a property that did not belong to her as her own. "Blessing, ₦69 million? Who advised you? Who d…

…that Danjuma lured the minor into an unfinished building in the area and had unlawful carnal knowledge of her. The victim was taken to the General Hospital, Dass, where a medical examination confirmed penetration, while the suspect fled after the alleged offence. Habib added that the suspect was arrested in the early h…

…on Wednesday. The flight, identified as AI 2030, landed safely at Jaipur International Airport and was moved to an isolation bay, where security personnel began inspecting the aircraft and passengers’ luggage. According to Republic World on Wednesday, the diversion was carried out as a precaution after the alert was re…

…of protecting lives and property, it is also essential to economic growth and national stability,” Adeleke said. The governor added that the country’s challenges had reinforced the need for good governance, urging public institutions to remain transparent, accountable and responsive to citizens’ needs. In her lecture,…

…OpenAI’s security team found the device late last month and the employee, Saudi national Abdulrahman Alfozan, was arrested on October 9, the US Justice Department said. Alfozan, a 35-year-old engineer who had worked for OpenAI since July 2025, allegedly wrapped a USB device in toilet paper and inserted it into a televi…

…the Central Bank of Nigeria, Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, on the sidelines of the 2026 International Monetary Fund, IMF, and World Bank Group Annual Meetings in Bangkok, Thailand. The meeting reviewed Nigeria’s progress in implementing economic reforms and explored strategies to move the economy from macroeconomic stability to…

…Editor, in Bangkok, Thailand The Intergovernmental Group of Twenty-Four on International Monetary Affairs and Development, G-24, has called for improved financing conditions, faster debt restructuring and stronger international financial cooperation to support Nigeria and other developing economies facing mounting debt…

…instability By Babajide Komolafe, Economy Editor, in Bangkok, Thailand The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged Nigerian authorities to strengthen regulatory safeguards in the banking sector following recapitalisation, warning that “the sovereign and bank nexus is also an important area” of concern for African e…

…ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over eight years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issuesEkiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has sacked all Technical Advisors (TAs) and Directors-General (DGs) of government agencies…

…the country’s processing capacity is largely underutilised. Meanwhile, the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), has said that West Africa needs high-yielding, climate-resilient cocoa varieties to improve productivity and protect farmers from the effects of climate change. The Minister of Agriculture…

…Week. The report, powered by the West Africa Association of Customer Service Professionals, WAACSP, is based on 21,387 responses covering more than 1,500 organisations across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. From the report, the numbers tell an interesting story. Nigeria’s overall Customer Satisfaction…

…shop charges about N25, 000 for a copy screen for an iPhone 11 and N45,000 for an original screen. He also said that battery replacement costs between N10, 000 and N20,000, while charging-port repairs range from N7,000 to N15,000. For him, the increasing cost of original replacement parts has also encouraged technician…

…on October 15, 2026, at the Indoor Sports Hall, Package B of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. The two-week showdown, running through October 30, will settle the championship race following a fiercely contested opening phase that concluded on June 27. At the summit of the women’s standings, Nigeria Customs le…

…of Nigeria, Oba Ayandele Ayanleke, said insecurity along mining corridors and jurisdictional disputes between federal and subnational authorities were undermining operations and eroding investors’ confidence. Ayanleke urged the government to establish a clearer and more predictable regulatory framework, stressing that…

…Investigation Bureau are also members. The board is expected to examine the operational, technical, environmental, human and organisational factors surrounding the crash, preserve relevant evidence and establish its immediate and underlying causes. It will also assess the emergency response, including search and rescue…

…of its properties without prompt and adequate compensation is illegal, unconstitutional, null, and void, violating Sections 43 & 44(1) of the 1999 Constitution and Articles 22 and 23 of the African Charter on Human & Peoples Rights. It is also seeking special damages of N420,194,500; aggravated, punitive, and general d…

…Superintendent Olivia E. Adiku, Head of the Public Affairs Unit of the Western Regional Police Command. According to the statement, the suspect, identified as Emmanuel Kwofie, was arrested on Monday, October 12, 2026, at about 7:00 p.m. in Agona Nkwanta. Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspect and the vict…

…degreeGaniyat opened up to Legit.ng about the self-doubt and pressure she faced in her final year as she chased the academic result she wantedPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Shittu Ganiyat Eniola, a 20-year-old graduate of Lagos State University…

The Court of Appeal in Ilorin dismissed the criminal defamation and cyberbullying case the Kwara State Government filed against former Senate President Bukola SarakiThe appellate court ruled that Saraki's comments questioning Governor AbdulRazaq's educational qualifications did not meet the legal threshold for criminal…

By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief The National Pension Commission is targeting Nigeria’s informal sector to secure the participation of the nation’s largest group of workers in the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). The Director-General of Pencom, Ms. Omolola Oloworaran, who spoke at the 2026 National Pension Commission…

…he signed with Los Angeles-based Death Row Records. His sister Sekyiwa Shakur paid emotional tribute on Tuesday to her brother, a man whom she said “was born an icon.” She said their mother “consciously raised him to be a human rights activist, someone to stand up for those weaker and smaller than he was, and that’s wh…

…day. The mixed movements across the foreign exchange markets came as the country’s external reserves rose further to $58.81 billion, according to CBN data. DAILY POST reports that the naira also depreciated against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Monday. Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today, Octobe…

…argued that the ex-gang leader orchestrated the killing, even though he did not personally fire the gun. They also pointed to his own statements about being inside the white Cadillac from which the shots were fired.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Davis had admitted in hi…