…laundering experts, government agencies, civil society organisations and international partners to examine Nigeria’s compliance with FATF standards and explore how its experience could guide other African countries preparing for future mutual evaluations. Representing the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes C…
The Federal Government, in partnership with the International Fund for Agricultural Development, has distributed improved farm inputs and 22 tricycles to 1,918 farmers in Nasarawa State to boost rice and cassava production during the 2026 wet farming season. The intervention, implemented under the Value Chain Developme…
…up security across LagosFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! The National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Alhaji Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, has condemned the killing of the union’s Lagos State Organising Secretary, Comrade Toba Ajiboye, also call…
…representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has commended President Bola Tinubu, the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, and Nigeria’s security agencies for the successful rescue of pupils and teachers abducted from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. In a statement personally signed on Wednesday, th…
US President Donald Trump lashed out Wednesday at a decision by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to suspend the use of traffic stops after two fatal shootings in less than a week. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) halted the practice after a Colombian man was shot dead in Maine on Monday and a Mexican…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the final forfeiture of 48 property linked to a former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, to the Federal Government. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik, in a judgment delivered in Abuja on Wednesday, held that the Economic and Financial Crimes…
…ordered confiscated The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday, July 15, ordered the final forfeiture of 48 properties linked to the immediate past Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr. Abubakar Malami, who is facing money laundering charges. The court, in a judgment delivered by Justice Joy…
…operation forms part of sustained efforts by Operation HADIN KAI to degrade the operational capability of Boko Haram and ISWAP by targeting not only their fighters but also the network of collaborators responsible for supplying food, fuel, medicines and other essential items. The strangulation operations have increasin…
…Alhaji Suleiman Muhammad Argungu, disclosed this on Tuesday, July 14, while briefing journalists in Birnin Kebbi. He said the beneficiaries were selected from the state's 21 local government areas and 225 wards following a screening process. Argungu said the programme, organised by the state government in partnership w…
…as 'Luchi', had celebrated Argentina's win over Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals before she got into a Volkswagen Golf. Sadly, the driver reportedly lost control at high speed and the vehicle slammed into the back of a Toyota Corolla, before ploughing into a tree. The promising tennis player, who had already…
…torture, dehumanising treatment and the use of their organisations to settle personal disputes. Oyeniyi gave the warning on Wednesday during a strategic security meeting with Divisional Police Officers, patrol and guard officers, leaders of vigilante groups, forest guards, and other recognised civil security outfits ac…
…of Nigerians affected by xenophobic attacks in South Africa, with the arrival of the final government-sponsored flight carrying 308 returnees. The aircraft landed at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, on Wednesday morning. It also conveyed three Nigerian government officials who coordinated the evacuati…
Historian Toyin Falola urged the National Assembly to incorporate Yoruba deities Sango and Ogun into the oath of office for public officials to fight corruptionFalola made the call while delivering a keynote lecture at the inauguration of the Alaafin Institute of Yoruba Studies at Emmanuel Alayande University of Educat…
…that she gives him fresh reasons to be proud with every passing year.Beyond the personal warmth, Adebayo also offered a heartfelt prayer for his daughter, asking that Allah grant her wisdom beyond her years, unending favour, perfect peace, and the kind of open doors that no one can shut. He described her life as one de…
…pressure on the administration as an excuse for unmet promises. Falz questioned the rationale behind heavy expenditure on vehicles and jets while insecurity persisted across the country. “If you look at what has been spent on acquiring new vehicles, acquiring jets, acquiring all these things, and look at what has actua…
Arsenal have reached an agreement with Turkish Super Lig side Besiktas for the permanent transfer of Belgian forward Leandro Trossard, the Premier League club announced on Tuesday. In a statement, Arsenal said: “We can confirm that we have reached an agreement with Besiktas for the permanent transfer of Leandro Trossar…
…State for Migration, Colm Brophy, is aimed at assisting non-European Economic Area nationals legally resident in Ireland whose applications to renew their residence permits are still being processed. This is contained in a statement published on the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Immigration website on July 13…
…operation involved surrounding the area and restricting the movement of the criminals. “There was a congregation of security forces, and positions were taken after the location was isolated. And the whole community around that place was dominated. “They (terrorists) were denied access to food. They were denied access t…
Elon Musk could face charges for breaking US Election law Elon Musk could face criminal charges for violating Wisconsin election law when he gave some voters $1 million checks during the state's high-stakes Supreme Court election last year. The Wisconsin Elections Commission, a bipartisan panel consisting of three Demo…
…the hearts of any who will walk this path. It's project management that requires emotional intelligence to navigate. 'Thirdly, culture can be modified. It's left to us to challenge these practices as years go by. I'm pretty sure that it definitely will happen.' by Linda Ikeji at 15/07/2026 11:17 AM | Share this Story
…Government Area of Kogi State, abducting four students, the school principal and a National Examinations Council (NECO) ad hoc staff member while students were sitting for their examinations. The attack occurred at about 5:25 p.m. on July 14, 2026 throwing the school into panic as the armed assailants stormed the premi…
Nollywood actor IK Ogbonna has paid an emotional tribute to his late friend and colleague, Alex Ekubo, more than two months after the actor’s death, saying he still instinctively reaches for his phone to call him. Ogbonna broke his silence in an Instagram post on Tuesday, describing Ekubo’s death as a loss that had cha…
…Ibrahimovic, has explained why Spain defeated France 2-0 in Tuesday’s World Cup semi-final encounter. According to Ibrahimovic, Spain wanted the win more than France, adding that they took command of the game for the entire duration of the match. Speaking on Fox Sports, the former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain star…
…it was preparing to facilitate discussions between him and senior members of President Donald Trump's administration over allegations he had made against top Nigerian government officials. "We learned a short time ago that Mr Adeyemi has been arrested by Nigerian law enforcement just as we were preparing for him to spe…
…alongside the ongoing revitalisation of the Glo Café to deliver richer and more personalised digital experiences. The evening combined business with celebration in an atmosphere of elegance and appreciation. One of the major highlights was the 'Rep Your Region' Best Dressed Competition, which showcased Nigeria's rich c…