…the death of a female staff member at his private residence, saying President Bola Tinubu instead directed him to remain focused on delivering infrastructure projects. Umahi made the remarks in a video which started trending on X on Monday, while reacting to criticism that followed the death of Mary Habila, a staff mem…

…heard any statement from government quarters against the k!llings" Bishop Oyedepo knocks Tinubu, tells him to stop "pretending" to be ignorant (video) General Overseer of Living Faith Church Worldwide, a.k.a Winners Chapel, Bishop David Oyedepo, has slammed President Bola Tinubu over the worsening insecurity and econom…

…following the emergence of what he described as a coalition involving President Bola Tinubu’s son and some prominent Igbo figures. While stating that every son has the right to support his father, the doctor said he disagreed with the alleged scale of campaign spending. “Every son should support his dad. But the two th…

…budget implementation and prevent the award of contracts without available funding. The Tinubu administration has repeatedly emphasised fiscal discipline, transparency, and value for money in public expenditure as part of its economic reform agenda. The move is also expected to reduce abandoned projects, curb the accum…

…and the Assembly of Healthcare Professionals (AHPA) on Sunday urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately implement the adjustment of the Consolidated Health Salary Structure (CONHESS), inaugurate the Boards of Management of Federal Health Institutions (FHIs), and fulfil other outstanding agreements reached with h…

…had visited China only twice since assuming office — first as part of President Bola Tinubu’s state visit and later to attend the China Mining Week 2025 at the invitation of the Chinese government. He added that the minister had attended investment platforms such as the London Mines and Money conference and Mining Inda…

…on Sunday dismissed criticism by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over the Bola Tinubu administration’s economic policies. The presidency stated that the country’s reform programme has begun to yield positive results despite the hardship experienced by Nigerians. The Special Adviser to the President on Information…

…Adesuyi Daramola, has expressed appreciation to Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, for her support and commitment to youth empowerment following the presentation of a brand-new Toyota VIP Hiace bus to the party’s youth leadership structure across the country. Daramola described the gesture as a demonstration…

…creation of the dedicated department underscores the commitment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to ensuring that every Nigerian child, from foundational to tertiary education, has access to a safe, secure and conducive learning environment. Alausa thanked the Senate Ad Hoc Committee for its constructive…

…the criticism that followed recent financial support provided by First Lady Oluremi Tinubu to akara sellers and other petty traders, the minister said he was surprised by some of the reactions. “A few weeks ago, the first lady, the mother of the nation, contributed some amount for akara sellers and others, and I was su…

…FCT - Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has rejected the defence of President Bola Tinubu's economic policies made by Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, saying the claims do not hold up against publicly available data.In a statement released on Sunday, August 2, b…

…Kaduna attack that killed at least 30 people and urges Nigeria, under President Bola Tinubu to tackle persistent violence. Photo Shittuurges Nigeria to protect ChristiansThe statement read:PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!"We express our deepest condolences to the loved o…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged President Bola Tinubu to direct the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, and appropriate anti-corruption agencies to thoroughly and effectively inv…

…seat while reaffirming their support for the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Responding to concerns raised by participants, Adenugba disclosed that the government had approved the reconstruction of the road linking the Permanent Site of Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, to Ijebu Igbo. He said the p…

…Conference of Nigeria for their conduct during a recent meeting with President Bola Tinubu, insisting that the clerics are not the sole custodians of the truth about the state of the nation. Also, the Independent National Electoral Commission released the final list of candidates for the 2027 general elections, bringin…

…authoritiesThe campaign council addressed its appeal directly to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the National Security Adviser, Benue State Governor Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, and the Chief of Defence Staff. It urged all four to treat the situation in Benue South as a matter of national urgency."We must always take sides. Ne…

President Bola Tinubu on Saturday inaugurated the new National Headquarters of Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria, and commended the Society for its impact on nation-building. While unveiling the edifice named Hassanat Abebi Okunnu House in Surulere, Lagos, the President said government alone cannot build the nation of o…

…consider stepping aside in the overall interest of the institution and the nation."Tinubu Urged to Probe NNPCL GCEO, Ojulari In another report, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been urged to order an immediate probe into the multiple allegations against Engr Ojulari. A pro democracy group, Network for Good Governance an…

…note: In this opinion piece, Temitope Ajayi, a Senior Special Assistant to President Tinubu on Media and Publicity, responds to Cardinal John Onaiyekan's comments on Arise News following the Catholic bishops' meeting with President Bola Tinubu.PAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! There i…

By Johnbosco Agbakwuru President Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the passing of Oloye Lekan Alabi, a veteran journalist and public relations icon, on Saturday in Lagos at the age of 76. Oloye Alabi was a prominent figure within Nigeria’s traditional institution, holding the esteemed title of Abese Olubadan of Ib…

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Yakubu Jang, son of former Plateau State Governor Jonah Jang, as Senior Special Assistant in the Office of the President. The announcement was made on Saturday by Vice President Kashim Shettima while delivering a goodwill message on behalf of President Tinubu at the 80th birthday cel…

…debate online after declaring that military wives would not support President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election over concerns about soldiers’ welfare and pay. In a video circulating on social media, the woman argued that although serving military personnel are restricted by law from engaging in partisan politics…

…as safe havens. The Presidential Forest Guards Initiative was launched by President Bola Tinubu in May 2025 to strengthen the protection of Nigeria’s forests against criminal activities. In December 2025, the Federal Government graduated over 7,000 forest guards from seven frontline states after a three-month intensive…

…consider my service worthwhile,” he said. He expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing him Registrar and pledged to discharge the responsibility with integrity, fairness and diligence. Paying tribute to former Registrars, particularly Oloyede, Aina commended his predecessor for leaving behind a…

…of the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja, John Onaiyekan, has said that President Bola Tinubu disagreed with the assessment of the economy and security concerns raised by members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria during their meeting at the State House, Abuja. PUNCH Online had reported that Tinubu met with the…