…legal scholar, and academic currently serving as the secretary of the Benue State Independent Electoral Commission (BSIEC). Onanuga said all the appointments take immediate effect. by Linda Ikeji at 20/07/2026 8:07 PM | Share this Story
The vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Rabiu Kwankwaso, says he believes the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, will honour his pledge to serve only one four-year term if elected in 2027, revealing that both men signed a written agreement to that effect. Kwankwaso disclosed this dur…
…Zari explained that while her makeup made the changes look more dramatic, she also underwent a temporal lift, a cosmetic procedure around the eye area. She clarified that she did not have a full facelift. According to her, the viral look was exaggerated by a new makeup style her makeup artist wanted to try, particularl…
…deliverance Veteran Nollywood actor Hanks Anuku has expressed gratitude to God after undergoing what he described as a life-changing deliverance. In a video, the actor thanked God for saving him, saying he arrived feeling burdened and unlike himself, but now feels lighter, happier and renewed. Hanks also appreciated ev…
…of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, on Monday defended the Federal Government’s borrowing under President Bola Tinubu, saying the administration had adopted a responsible borrowing strategy focused on infrastructure development and debt sustainability. According to Vanguard, the Minister…
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has recounted how he risked his life by entering a militant camp in the Niger Delta without armed security to negotiate peace, describing the move as a defining moment in efforts to stabilise Nigeria’s oil-producing region. Jonathan said his relationship with the oil industry began in…
…Villa have secured the signing of Brazil midfielder JoÀ£o Gomes from Wolverhampton Wanderers in a transfer valued at £38 million ($51 million). The 25-year-old international, who has earned 10 caps for Brazil, chose a move to Villa Park over interest from Atletico Madrid.The agreement includes an initial £34 million fe…
…the institutional process coordinated by ECOWAS following the 2022 Memorandum of Understanding signed by Nigeria and Morocco on the project. The remaining step in completing the intergovernmental framework will be the signing of the agreement by the Kingdom of Morocco and the Islamic Republic of Mauritania. The project…
Hundreds of women in the Ondo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress on Monday said they had begun grassroots mobilisation for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election. The women, who converged on Akure, the state capital, for a rally, vowed to secure 500,000 votes from women in the…
The Borno State Police Command has arrested two suspects over the alleged fraudulent withdrawal of ₦39.2 million from a bank customer’s account in Maiduguri. The command also said it recovered ₦10.08 million from the suspects during the investigation. In a statement on Monday, the Police Public Relations Officer, Nahum…
…As the investigation continues, Fakir's family have spoken of their heartbreak and demanded answers over his final moments. His sister Khadija told local media: "I demand justice. I want revenge. I will never find peace until my brother gets justice. "We don't know what happened; we only received a phone call saying he…
…powerful Sinaloa cartel. "El Mayo" is the former top associate of the organisation's founder, Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, who is serving a life sentence in a maximum-security prison in Colorado. El Mayo was arrested at a US airport in July 2024 and pleaded guilty in August 2025 to several charges related to his leadersh…
…FA Cups, five League Cups and the 2023 UEFA Champions League, had previously said he intended to take a break from coaching.According to Sky Italia, the 55-year-old met with Italy's technical director Paolo Maldini and advisor Leonardo in Barcelona over the weekend, where discussions reportedly lasted three days. The r…
…from NEMA, KADSEMA, the Kaduna State Fire Service, local divers and other emergency responders. Suleiman said, “Upon receiving the distress call, we immediately mobilised personnel and activated the emergency response team to the scene. Local divers and emergency responders have been searching the river since Sunday mo…
…upward in response to higher landing costs.IPMAN warns of imported fuel pressureThe Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria has urged the Federal Government and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority to urgently reassess recently issued fuel import licences.IPMAN’s National…
…that such acts are criminal and that perpetrators will be held fully accountable under the law. "This judgment is not only justice for Deborah; it is also a significant milestone in the ongoing fight to end witchcraft branding and other harmful practices against children. "It reinforces the fundamental principle that e…
…were taken to the Zuma Military Barracks along the Kaduna Road in Suleja before being handed over to personnel of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Abuja." He said the family later learnt that 13 of the arrested miners were released on bail after spending a day in military custody, while Yakubu's…
…(PAVEU) Initiative,” and will run from July 21 to July 23, 2026. The initiative is funded by the Government of Japan and forms part of UNESCO-IICBA’s efforts to expand access to continuous professional development for educators across the continent. The ministry’s statement partly read, “The Federal Ministry of Educati…
The Anambra State Police Command has intensified surveillance patrols across strategic locations in the state as part of efforts to strengthen security and reassure residents of their safety of lives and property. This was contained in a statement issued by the Spokesman for the command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, on Monday. …
…Photo by: Al Bello.ImagesSpain's run through the tournament in North America, which ended with a World Cup title, pushed them one game beyond that mark.From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram.According to ESPN, La Roja's unbeaten sequence encompassed the full breadth of the competition, with t…
The 2026 Global Firepower Index ranked Nigeria third among African countries by military strength, behind Egypt and AlgeriaEgypt topped the continent with a Power Index score of 0.3651, while Algeria held second place despite a slight decline in its scoreThe index assessed military capabilities across more than 60 fact…
Nollywood actress Biola Bayo responded after a colleague's post sparked reunion rumours with her ex-husbandActress Folake Flakkyfaj shared a photo of Biola and her husband on Facebook, hinting that the pair had reconciledBiola Bayo's sharp-tongued response in the comments had fans in stitches on social media, as many r…
…the Iru Ekun Security Network has exceeded 80,000 across the South-West. Igboho, the founder of the security outfit, said the development reflected the patriotism, belief and commitment of people in the region to local initiatives aimed at combating terrorism, kidnapping and other forms of criminality. A statement issu…
…resigned as the United Kingdom’s prime minister, saying “my work is done” as he handed over power to his successor, Andy Burnham, after two years in office. In his farewell address outside 10 Downing Street on Monday, Starmer reflected on his time in office and expressed pride in his government’s record. “I go with goo…
…were responsible. Security personnel reportedly intervened and brought the situation under control within a short time. "It all happened really fast," an insider told the publication. "It started fast and broke up really quickly."No police officers or paramedics were called to the scene, according to the report. The ev…