…the country’s future prosperity could not depend solely on government or natural resources, but required Nigerians to develop technologies, manufacture products, establish businesses and compete in international markets. “A one-trillion-dollar economy cannot be built by government alone. It must be built by Nigerians w…

…also weakened against the pound and euro.PAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Legit.ng journalist Dave Ibemere has over a decade of experience in business journalism, with in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian economy, stocks, and general market trends.…

The Nigerian Army has graduated a new Special Forces battalion to strengthen counter-terrorism operations and tackle emerging security threats across the country. The graduation ceremony took place at the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in Doma, Nasarawa State, on Friday, October 9, 2026. The Chief of Army Staff, L…

…has imposed sanctions on the International Criminal Court, vowing to cut off its resources and cripple its operations. As reported by Reuters, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the sanctions on Friday, accusing the court of targeting Americans and describing it as a “rogue court.” “President Trump will never…

…working hours yesterday, according to the information gathered by our correspondent. A source familiar with the incident disclosed that Babalola and Gbalajobi were kidnapped while walking from the institute’s Central Nursery to the SS Quarters, where Babalola intended to collect some items from her residence. The sourc…

The All Progressives Congress has asked the Independent National Electoral Commission to bar political parties that fail to comply with Section 77 of the Electoral Act 2026 from fielding candidates in the 2027 general elections. In a letter dated October 9, signed by its National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, and N…

Nollywood actor Charles Inojie has shared his opinion on marriage and the rising rate of divorce. While speaking during a show recently, the actor explained that the main reason divorce is becoming increasingly common now is because many humans have abandoned God's original design for marriage. According to him, God al…

Peller has slammed those urging him to conduct a DNA test when his wife Jarvis gives birth to ensure the child is his. The TikToker warned that he would one day use someone as a scapegoat for the statement they make about his wife. He said the naysayers have been at it since he and Jarvis met on TikTok. He said they wa…

…noted that Taylor lied about her marijuana use on a background check form when purchasing the handgun. Mum DejaCourt proceedings subsequently exposed a history of severe behavioral and domestic instability preceding the shooting. Prosecutors revealed that at age five, the child had twice stolen his mother's car keys an…

…and the bank's current salary structurePAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Legit.ng journalist Victor Enengedi has over a decade's experience covering energy, MSMEs, technology, banking and the economy.Nigerian banks remain attractive employers for…

…voice carries weight with those in powerPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Nollywood legend Pete Edochie has given a rare glimpse into how he interacts with Nigeria's political class, sharing a personal account of how his appeal on behalf of an ail…

…forced residents to flee their homes and seek refuge in neighbouring communities. Sources in the area said the attackers invaded the community at about 9pm, shooting sporadically and triggering panic among residents. One of the sources, who spoke on condition of anonymity, described the attack as unprovoked, saying it…

The Kwara State Government has introduced an electronic warehouse management system to improve the monitoring and availability of family planning commodities across health facilities in the state. The Commissioner for Health, Amina El-Imam, disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday by the ministry’s Press Secretar…

Foreign-owned businesses have been looted and cars burnt as Soweto residents insist foreigners must leave their country and citizens must be propritised. Residents, led by a group called Soweto Uprising 2026, stormed a foreign-owned spaza shop in Soweto during protests against illegal foreign nationals on Thursday nigh…

A heartwarming video capturing the deeply emotional moment a Nigerian man reunited with his parents after 12 years apart has gone viral on social media. The young man had been away from his family home for over a decade before making his long-awaited return. Seeking to document the milestone, he recorded the exact mome…

…Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! The Redeemed Christian Church of God General Overseer, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has shown his support for the Mount Zion Film Productions by watching their cinema release, "Agbara Nla: The Return", alongside his wife, Pastor Foluke Adeboye.The development was shared by…

…(@Chrisbamidele) questioned the expectation that a monarch should remove his cap in a church, describing it as a man-made religious doctrine. The Osile of Oke-Ona Egba, Oba Adedapo Adewale Tejuoso, removes his cap during a Christian worship event in Abeokuta, Ogun State. Mathew Oluwagbotemi (@Mathewtemi5050) also criti…

…service of songs held in honour of Nollywood actor Cjay Nwoks at Redeemed Christian Church of God in Gbagada, Lagos, last week. Uzor shared CCTV footage showing the man at the venue and wrote;''This man is wanted. He attended the burial and service of songs held in honor of Cjay Nwoks at Redeem Church in Gbagada and st…

A woman and her 14-year-old daughter have lost their lives after a three-storey building under construction collapsed at Anata Anaba, Okpoko, in Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State. The incident occurred at about 9:45 pm on Wednesday, trapping the mother and her daughter inside their apartment in a neighbouri…

A train and a Honda car collided this morning, October 9, in Lagos State. The collision took place at the PWD railway crossing, along Agege Motor Road, Ikeja. This was disclosed on X by LASTMA. A video of the collision shows the mangled remains of the Honda car as locals gathered around it and tried to push it away fro…

The National Association of Nigerian Students, North-Central Zone, has urged the Federal Government and relevant petroleum regulators to address the impact of rising petrol prices on transportation costs, warning that the burden is making education increasingly expensive for students. The association also called on Ali…

…of the Inspector-General of Police Intelligence Response Team (IRT) has warned churchgoers against publicly sharing personal achievements and attending evening services without considering potential security risks. The warning follows the reported arrest of a pastor accused of attempting to kidnap a prophetess. “Stop g…

…she prepared to leave her homeland behindPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!A Nigerian woman known online as Iglory marked one of the biggest moments of her life with a short but deeply personal post on X, sharing that she was leaving Nigeria perma…

LeBron James began his final NBA season with a defeat as the Philadelphia 76ers lost 114-108 to the Brooklyn Nets in a pre-season game. The 41-year-old American joined the 76ers in July, describing the move as his final contract in the NBA after a remarkable career spanning more than two decades. James scored 10 points…

The Federal Government’s 30-day petrol discount has drawn backlash from opposition figures, while the Nigerian Air Force has commenced an investigation into the Ondo crash that killed 25 people. Meanwhile, INEC has begun displaying the voter register and distributing PVCs ahead of the 2027 elections, 20 rescued prospec…