…of the state till 2030. According to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), 15 political parties and their candidates are in the race, looking to secure the highest votes today and be declared the winner of the gubernatorial race. However, Tribune Online reports that out of these candidates, three are ma…

…account of the events leading to her death. According to the family, Osoba reconnected with her paternal aunt, Mrs Kehinde-Osoba Eritosin, in May 2025 and subsequently confided in her about her personal and relationship challenges. The family claimed that, in the days leading up to her death, Osoba repeatedly contacted…

…offence that would not be tolerated. Iniedu also pledged adequate security for INEC ad hoc staff and National Youth Service Corps members throughout the electoral process. Eight killed in one week, soldiers deployed Saturday PUNCH gathered that no fewer than eight persons were killed between Monday night and the early…

…story about friendship, heartbreak, vulnerability and the importance of human connection. For the actress and filmmaker, the role offered another opportunity to explore the depth and versatility of her craft, building on her experience as a performer across different creative platforms. She described the experience as…

…projects across the South-East, he noted improvements in road infrastructure and connectivity, pointing out that the long hours previously spent travelling on some major routes had been significantly reduced. According to him, “Before now, a journey from Awka to Enugu took about three hours, but today, it takes less th…

…on Instagram!Florence Ajimobi attends Kemi Adeosun's husband's funeral. Photo credit@florneceajimobi>The public nature of the snub, at a funeral no less, made the clip spread rapidly online, with many Nigerians weighing in on the long-standing tension between the two figures.Here is the

…and protect voters. Tinubu also charged the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, with ensuring a transparent, free and fair election. The ICC said the directives were particularly important given the heightened political tension surrounding the election. According to Olajengbesi, “The Imole Campaign Council…

…Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure that every lawful vote cast in Saturday’s Osun State governorship election is properly recorded. Tinubu also called on security agencies to protect voters, electoral officials and election materials, stressing that n…

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has clarified that its Results Viewing Portal, IReV, is designed solely for the public display of polling unit results and not for the automatic collation or addition of election results. INEC National Commissioner, Prof. Kunle Ajayi, made this known while speaking o…

…Plateau The Plateau State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of some suspects in connection with an alleged attempt to kidnap the wives of two Anglican Bishops of Jos.Security analyst Zagazola Makama had earlier reported that a clergyman, Air Force and Navy personnel were arrested over the alleged plot. The suspec…

…disclosed this in a statement on 14th August 2026, said the suspect was arrested in connection with alleged criminal conspiracy, abuse of religious books, use of spells and hypnosis, and inciting disturbance. According to the PPRO, on August 9, 2026, Musa and two other suspects, Rabi'u Tela and Hamza Zango, allegedly d…

…infringes freedom of expression and communication in a manner that is not appropriate, necessary or proportionate"The court further highlighted the broader technical implications of the proposed mandate:"the law itself implies that every person, even an adult, must prove their age before accessing social media platform…

…the All Progressives Congress (APC), and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), hinges on constitutional provisions governing educational qualifications and document authenticity. The legal action specifically invokes Sections 137(1)(j), 139(1)(a)(i), and 285(14)(c) of the 1999 Constitution as amended, a…

…not be qualified for election as President if he has presented a forged certificate to INEC. Atiku, the presidential candididate of the African Democratic Congress and the party are asking the court to determine whether Tinubu should be disqualified from the 2027 presidential election over the allegation that he submit…

…with the KDI report classifying it and Ede South as critical electoral pressure zonesINEC described the pre-election atmosphere in Osun as tense and volatile, while security agencies deployed over 25,000 personnel across the statePAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in…

…who failed to do so," Ijele said.He claimed two of the four men arrested in connection with the killings had confessed to being promised trips abroad or similar rewards, plus N500,000 cash each, for carrying out the act. He also raised questions about how a messenger linked to Tajudeen reportedly became chairman of the…

…linked to al-Qaeda and the Islamic State, particularly along the tri-border zone connecting Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso. by Linda Ikeji at 14/08/2026 1:06 PM | Share this Story

…parents filed a $50m lawsuit in 2017 against the ringside doctor and promoters connected to the fight. He was born in Maitland, Florida, on September 19, 1992, and also won gold at the 2010 Pan American Youth Championship as an amateur. See video below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lind…

…not show off her lifestyle, she is confident about handling major financial matters when necessary. by Linda Ikeji at 14/08/2026 2:57 PM | Share this Story

…the organisation said. It added that the family had requested privacy while they “reconnect after this time apart”. Rideout’s release comes amid continuing insecurity across Niger and other parts of the Sahel, where jihadist groups have carried out attacks and kidnappings targeting civilians and security forces. Niger,…

…be your only one,” Abdu said. He described ethics, law and risk management as interconnected pillars of modern medical practice, saying, “Ethics is the compass, law is the boundary, and risk management is the seamanship that keeps the vessel off the rocks.” Abdu called on MDCAN members to institutionalise medico-legal…

…with members of the public. The police spokesperson said extortion, harassment, unnecessary delay and other forms of unprofessional conduct would not be tolerated during the enforcement exercise.

…appropriate work-permit category, satisfy the eligibility requirements and obtain the necessary authorisation before beginning work.60 in-demand occupations in Canada: Full listLegit.ng earlier reported that Several Canadian provinces have identified occupations considered in demand and created immigration pathways tar…

…Bulletin declaring two men, Ajibola Obateru and Folawiyo Balogun Alagbado, wanted in connection with the alleged conspiracy and m8rder case. In the bulletin declaring Obateru wanted, the police alleged that he conspired with others to attack Chinaza, made away with her body and stole her personal belongings. The police…

…has continued his public appeal for N3.5 million to fund the surgery he says is necessary to revive his career.For now, the dispute remains unresolved, with both sides presenting sharply different versions of what happened.How Obi Cubana visited Enyimba FCMeanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that Obi Cubana had visi…