National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David Mark, has appealed to political actors to ensure that the 2027 general elections are conducted in an atmosphere of peace, tolerance and mutual respect. Mark made the appeal when he felicitated with Muslims in Nigeria and across the world on this…

…to strengthening and transforming the Federal Civil Service into a modern, professional, efficient, and results-oriented institution capable of delivering better services to Nigerians. The President stated this on Tuesday in Abuja at the presentation of two books authored by the retiring Head of the Civil Service of th…

Islamic preacher Sheikh Al-Fulani publicly called out DJ Chicken for making offensive remarks about the late actor Taiwo Hassan OgogoDJ Chicken had claimed he never earned anything from Ogogo and later blamed his comments on alcohol influenceSheikh Al-Fulani reminded the content creator of his previous arrest over thre…

…independently confirmed. The governor’s ADC and CSO handle important aspects of his personal security, making their invitation to Abuja a sensitive issue in Katsina’s political and security circles. Sources familiar with the situation said the development should be viewed against the background of the growing struggle…

…However, Ejimakor said the FBI’s request for an ex parte review underscores the additional issue that public justification itself could compromise these protected interests. In a statement he issued, titled: “Analysing FBI’s stonewall on President Tinubu’s US records,” Ejimakor said: “By a recent application filed at t…

…Snaresbrook Crown Court for plea and trial preparation on the 15th September 2026. “Criminal Court hearings are open to the public. Precise times and courtroom information will not be available until the day before the hearing. Many thanks.” PUNCH Online had earlier reported that the founder of the Community of Nigeria…

The National Democratic Congress candidate for Lagos Central Senatorial District, Ladipo Johnson, has warned that parts of Lagos could be submerged within the next two to three decades if the state fails to urgently address flooding, drainage blockage and indiscriminate land reclamation. Johnson said this on Tuesday wh…

…Robots could target humans - UN and Red Cross warn The United Nations and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) have warned that the rapid development of the autonomous weapons is bringing the world closer to a point where machines could independently select and attack human targets. Both organisations re…

…the retail billionaire behind Victoria's Secret who hired Epstein to manage his personal finances. Wexner, 88, told Congress in February he severed ties with Epstein in 2007 and did not know about Epstein's crimes. Maxwell also objected to alleged gaps in witness testimony, and alleged government suppression of potenti…

…good heart" - Influencer Papaya Ex reacts to Poco Lee's prosecution in the UK Media personality Papaya Ex has spoken out in support of Nigerian dancer Poco Lee amid his ongoing prosecution in the United Kingdom. Reacting to the situation, she described it as heartbreaking to watch her friend go through such a difficult…

…stated that the principal suspect and his accomplice remain in custody at the State Criminal Investigation Department as investigation. by Linda Ikeji at 25/08/2026 5:42 PM | Share this Story

…(APC) governorship candidate in Ogun State has taken a new twist as the party’s national secretariat petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, seeking the arrest of one of its chieftains in Ogun State, Mr Abayomi Hunye. In the petition dated August 24, 2026, the APC accused Hunye of parading him…

The National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Felix Morka, on Tuesday accused the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar and the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi and his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso of grandstanding. Morka…

…learnt that the arrest attempt occurred at Tani Olohun’s residence amid an ongoing criminal case filed against him by the Ilorin Heritage Preservation Foundation over a social media video that the foundation alleged mocked an Islamic prayer and could cause religious tension. The foundation accused him of publishing the…

…Otu would be present in person. The PDP candidate stated this while speaking with journalists in Calabar on Tuesday, in response to a challenge issued by the state Commissioner for Information, Ekpenyong Cobham. Sir Arthur-Javis Archibong…Photo Credit: Strings Photography He said, “I am willing to honour the challenge…

…and abductions across the country, was inappropriate and could send the wrong signal about the government’s priorities. In a press statement signed by its National Coordinator, Comrade Emmanuel Nnadozie Onwubiko, yesterday, the group said the ministers should devote their attention to their constitutional responsibilit…

…of the questions I often get" in an anecdotal X post shared Saturday, Aug. 22, originally written in Japanese. One of the questions Takaichi, who is known for her active presence on social media, answered is, "Have you already met the ghosts that are said to appear in the official residence?" The question is rooted in…

…those who were killed in this barbaric assault and pray that Almighty God grant them eternal rest, and grant their loved ones the fortitude to bear this painful loss. “You are not alone. The entire nation shares your anguish. We will not rest until your sons, daughters, mothers and fathers are brought back safely to yo…

Mandate Nigerian newscasters and on-air personalities to wear made-in-Nigeria clothes and speak in Nigerian accents- Reno Omokri tells NBC Ambassador Reno Omokri has called on the National Broadcasting Commission NBC to make it mandatory for Nigerian newscasters and on-air personalities to wear made-in-Nigeria attire a…

…State capital. In his remarks, VeryDarkMan cautioned that while he wasn’t a professional who was invited to lecture the law professionals on legal matters, he believes his wealth of experience covering insecurity issues in the country could speak for him. “There has been a lot of debate about why I was invited to this…

…in nature", capturing 13 separate victims in various stages of undress, during an analysis of his phone. The court heard some of these were videos of naked women and one was a minute-long video of a child. The prosecutor told the court: "The videos showed the victims in various stages of undress, and in some cases ther…

'Traditional spiritual practitioner' confesses to luring and k!lling 20-year-old woman for money rituals A man accused of k!lling a 20-year-old woman, Ndèye Bigué Sène in Tivaouane, Senegal, has allegedly confessed to m8rdering her as part of a ritual he believed would make him rich. The suspect, identified as B. Ndiay…

…of PDP stakeholders held at his Anara country home, Chief Ejiogu named the Okigwe Zonal Chairman of the PDP, Hon. Emeka Ubenwunne, as the Campaign Organisation Chairman, while Dr Emmanuel Chukwu was appointed Director of Strategic Operations. The State Publicity Secretary of the party, Lancelot Obiaku, was appointed Di…

…Monday, August 25, 2026, in what has become the latest case highlighting how President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown is affecting families of serving military members.A DHS spokesperson confirmed in an email that Cristy Maryori Villafranca-Trejo "was removed from the United States" on Monday. Her husband, Army S…

…former vice president has challenged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to a direct national presidential debate ahead of 2027PAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issuesFCT, Abu…