A Nigerian man, Augustine Maazi, appeared before the Accra Circuit Court 8 in Ghana on Wednesday as proceedings continued in a case involving his alleged involvement in a planned robbery targeting three banks in the Labone area of Accra. Maazi, who was previously remanded in police custody after being denied bail, was …
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has disclosed how a suspected member of a human trafficking syndicate allegedly kidnapped 15 minors in Nasarawa State and sold them for N30m. The NSCDC said the suspect allegedly posed as an official of the National Council of Child Rights Advocates and deceived the children…
Paris Saint-Germain’s slow start to the French season continued on Friday as the reigning European champions went in front only to lose 2-1 at home to Monaco, who are top of Ligue 1. Captain Marquinhos gave PSG the lead just past the half-hour mark at the Parc des Princes, where Luis Enrique’s team were playing in fron…
The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has launched the National Community Food Bank Programme in Cross River State as part of efforts to tackle food insecurity and malnutrition among vulnerable Nigerians. Tinubu, who flagged off the programme in Calabar on Friday, said three food banks were being launched simultaneou…
The Katsina State Police Command arrested 247 suspects and rescued 17 kidnapped victims during operations conducted across the state in August 2026. The Command also recovered an AK-47 rifle, 145 suspected rustled livestock, six motorcycles, a motor vehicle and 1,500 pieces of Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food, popularly k…
…Can HelpBeyond casting votes themselves, Musawa urged citizens to spread the word and mobilise others behind the Nigerian representative. "Please, let's come together, vote, share and encourage others to do the same. Queen Tamunosoye Karibi George, Nigeria is behind you," she added.Karibi-George is representing Nigeria…
…respondent's 12,015 votes in the May 29, 2026 primary electionThe case is before Justice Obiora Egwuatu and is scheduled to continue on September 7, 2026PAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! A Delta State politician has taken legal action against the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), the…
The Independent National Electoral Commission has expressed its readiness to support the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board with biometric verification technology as part of efforts to deepen collaboration between the two federal agencies. The offer was made on Friday, when the JAMB Registrar, Prof. Segun Aina, l…
Authorities in Cameroon have found a group of abducted children who were being held in a residence in the capital Yaounde, the ministry of social affairs said on Friday. “Following an anonymous tip-off, several people, including minors, were found” on Wednesday in a residential neighbourhood, the ministry said in a sta…
The Securities and Exchange Commission has approved the Initial Public Offering of Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE, with the company offering 4.1 billion ordinary shares at ₦525 each. The offer could raise approximately ₦2.15tn if fully subscribed, according to a statement issued by the Dangote Gr…
A 23-year-old Microbiology undergraduate at Delta State University, Abraka, Prince Daniel Afamefune Chukwujindu, has become the new traditional ruler of the Ekwuoma Kingdom in the Ika North-East Local Government Area of Delta State. Daniel, who succeeded his late father, King Chinedu Samuel Chukwujindu, was formally in…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said the American University of Nigeria, Yola, was established to serve the community rather than as a profit-making venture for him or his family. Atiku stated this on Friday while responding to an X user who questioned what he had done to address the plight of Almajiri childre…
…against Brighton and Hove Albion.Moises Caicedo down injured against Brighton. Photo by Robin Jones.ImagesThat comeback lasted just 13 minutes before the midfielder signalled he could not continue, prompting significant concern among Chelsea fans about his true physical condition.Alonso stays tight-lipped on CaicedoPAY…
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ola Olukoyede, has said a university recovered from a forfeiture case has since become a fully functioning federal institution, with 1,909 students matriculated into it in December 2025. Olukoyede, in a video and accompanying post shared on his official X ac…
…receipt of the report, the Divisional Police Officer, Sapele Division, immediately mobilised patrol and surveillance teams to the scene, where expended AK-47 ammunition shells were recovered. “Operatives, supported by local vigilantes, thereafter commenced an intensive search of the surrounding bushes. “The search was…
…has yet to become operational, he said. The latest threats recall the 2019 xenophobic attacks in South Africa that prompted Nigeria to arrange voluntary repatriation flights for citizens seeking to return home. Alexander said the mission would continue working to protect Nigerians in South Africa while helping those wh…
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, on Thursday inaugurated four government bodies, charging their members to discharge their responsibilities with integrity, humility and commitment to public service. The inaugurated bodies are the Edo State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board, Consumer P…
…eventually find their way into the hands of terrorists and provide them with increased mobility. “We try to appeal to even governors to stop selling motorcycle—giving motorcycles out as palliatives. Because these motorcycles are the same ones that still end up with these terrorists into using,” he said. He urged govern…
Something has to give when Arsenal host Chelsea in the Premier League this weekend, with both teams putting their 100 percent records on the line, while Tottenham are desperate to stop the rot. Defending champions Arsenal and Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea are among four sides to have won their first two league games this seaso…
GistReel Billionaire businessman Obi Cubana has gifted veteran Nollywood actress Rita Edochie a new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 after she was recently mocked online over her old phone. In a video shared on social media, Obi Cubana surprised the actress with the new device, capturing her reaction as he presented her with th…
Retired officers of the Nigerian Correctional Service in Kogi have urged the Federal Government to urgently address poor retirement benefits and prolonged delays in gratuity payments. The appeal was made during the official inauguration of the pioneer executives of the Retired Correctional Officers Association, Kogi ch…
The UN General Assembly has approved the merger of two United Nations learning and training bodies, creating a new institution designed to strengthen support for both member states and the UN system itself. In a resolution adopted on Thursday, the 193-member Assembly, including Nigeria, endorsed the integration of the …
The Federal Government says it remains resolute in remedying the decades-long environmental degradation suffered by the people of Ogoniland in Rivers State. Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, gave the assurance in Bodo City, Gokana Local Government Area of Rivers State, during the 10th anniversary of the Ogoni Cl…
A nine-year-old married couple in Bara community, Kirfi Local Government Area of Bauchi State, has welcomed a set of triplets, with the father expressing concerns over how to cater to the growing family. The 27-year-old father, Sa’idu Aliyu, who spoke with Arewa PUNCH after the birth of the babies on Tuesday, said he w…
Big 5 Construct Nigeria, the country’s largest construction event, will showcase products and solutions for Nigeria’s construction industry, which is projected to expand on a $54bn output recorded in 2025. The sixth edition of the event will be held at the Landmark Centre and feature more than 165 exhibitors from over …