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…

…Counsel Initiative (BRCI) a non-governmental organisation protecting the rights of women and children. Commenting on the judgment, James Ibor, Esq., Principal Counsel of BRCI, lauded all the parties involved for ensuring the victim gets justice. According to Ibor, Deborah's d3ath highlights the dangers of witchcraft br…

…initiative aimed at strengthening the professional development of teachers, particularly women, across Nigeria and four other African countries. The initiative was unveiled on Monday with the commencement of a three-day Master Training Programme in Abuja, designed to equip teachers and school leaders with innovative mo…

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…

Chidimma Adetshina has finally responded to social media calls asking her to leave South Africa for NigeriaLegit.ng reported that the former beauty queen has continued her legal fight against a deportation orderHer response to her critics has also sparked reactions from many South African netizens, who shared diverse v…

Nigerian midfielder Suliat Abideen signed by FenerbahÀ§e Turkish Women's Super League champions FenerbahÀ§e have completed the signing of Nigerian midfielder Suliat Abideen from fellow Turkish side ABB Fomget.The Istanbul club announced the transfer on Monday, confirming that the 24-year-old has signed a contract that…

…while a further 1.28 million people have become refugees or asylum seekers.SimÀ£o said women, children and young people continue to bear the greatest burden of the humanitarian crisis, noting that insecurity and funding shortages have severely restricted humanitarian access. Despite the deteriorating security situation…

…expected to bring together government officials, traditional rulers, community leaders, women and youth groups, stakeholders, and residents.” Kanu added that the state government had invited residents of Abia State, especially those in Ukwa East Local Government Area and neighbouring communities, to turn out in large n…

…nation in football history to simultaneously hold the FIFA Men’s World Cup and FIFA Women’s World Cup titles. FIFA announced the milestone in a post on its official X handle on Sunday following Spain’s 1-0 victory over Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final in New York. Celebrating the achievement, FIFA wrote, “His…

…of Representatives candidate for Remo Federal Constituency and former Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Hon. Funmi Afuwape, described Mrs Abiodun as a humble mentor whose passion for empowering others has inspired many people. On behalf of the body of permanent secretaries, the Permanent Secretary,…

…citizens of the United States and the United Kingdom. The gang befriended Indian men and women online, lured them into romantic relationships, and later claimed to be sending expensive gifts, foreign currency and valuables to India," Singh said. The STF said the investigation gathered pace after a Daligan resident all…

…London, said it was reopening a probe into rape and sexual assault allegations made by women against Andrew Tate between 2014 and 2015. They also face separate rape and human trafficking allegations brought by different women and investigated by Bedfordshire Police, which covers their hometown of Luton, also north of L…

…had prioritised the health sector through free healthcare programmes for pregnant women and children, renovation of health facilities, and the recruitment of over 1,500 nurses and midwives, alongside 2,440 Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs) to strengthen primary healthcare services, particularly in rural commun…

…Speaking on the topic of relationships, Toke said she is often surprised when she hears women complain about men asking them for money. According to her, her personal experience has been the opposite. She stated that even if she dated men who are not financially well-off, they would still make an effort to provide for…

…must audit programmes, publish beneficiary data, close delivery gaps, and ensure women, youth, and rural communities are centred in delivery.” Speaking on the 2027 general elections, the General Assembly called on the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to “take concrete steps to prove its neutrality ahead…

…West Africa Female Parliamentarians Peer Review Conference on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), held in Accra, Ghana. The three-day conference, organised by the Women in Politics Forum (WIPF) with the support of UN Women West and Central Africa Regional Office and the European Union, brought together fema…

…and social media influencer, Laura Ikeji has issued an urgent advisory to young women seeking career or financial assistance on social media. Her statement comes amid deep public outrage surrounding the tragic d€ath of 20-year-old Favour Agbro. Ms Agbro reportedly took her own life after being lured to Asaba and allege…

…he was "personally shocked," arguing the issue centred on the potential exploitation of women through surrogacy.Merz had indicated on Friday that the CDU's national executive committee would discuss the matter, reiterating that he saw no reason to amend Germany's ban on surrogacy or change the party's longstanding oppo…

Toke Makinwa responds to backlash over comments on women supporting their male partners financially Media personality Toke Makinwa has addressed critics following the widespread backlash over her recent comments regarding women who financially support their male partners. The controversy erupted during a recent intervi…

…and Publicity to the Speaker, the beneficiaries include farmers’ associations, artisans, women and youth groups, support groups, religious leaders, traditional institutions, community leaders, professional associations, and many others. Speaking to thousands of beneficiaries at the Mallawa Eid Ground in Zaria, Speaker…

…she had reconciled with her estranged husband, 2BabaAnnie held up a book while urging women not to settle for spaces where they are merely tolerated rather than celebratedAn old video where Annie Macaulay broke her silence at least indirectly on the rumours surrounding her relationship with estranged husband 2Baba, has…

…took to Facebook to blame the victim. He added that every man is guilty and that most women are still dating men who had forced s£x with them, yet they are online. insulting the popular content creator. Michael Ifeanyichukwu Ogbodo wrote: "As a guy, if you have never forced a girl before, be the first to throw a stone,…

…which circulated widely on social media and was seen by our correspondent, shows three women dressed in market attire in the Woji area of Port Harcourt seated beside a commercial bus while being interrogated after they were reportedly apprehended. A caption accompanying the image reads: “They are kidnappers here in Por…

…Minister Jerry Gana, former PDP Deputy National Chairman Olabode George, ex-Women Affairs Ministers Maryam Ciroma and Zainab Maina, BoT member Dame Esther Uduehi, and the PDP itself as the eighth plaintiff.From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram.The plaintiffs urged the court to order INEC to…

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