By Adeola Badru The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has raised concerns over the safety of students and other commuters using the Owo–Benin, Akure–Owo and Ilesa roads, urging improved attention to federal road infrastructure across the South-West. The association expressed the concerns after its nation…
…doubts about the party's ability to deliver votes for Obi in 2027 given the current internal crisisPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over nine years of experience covering politics, elections, public affairs, and governance in Nigeria and Af…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has raised the alarm over the illegal movement of banned and unregistered pesticides across Nigeria’s borders. NAFDAC warned that the circulation of unsafe agrochemicals poses severe risks to public health, food safety, and the environment. The agency sta…
…said Jomiloju, a resident. “Many lives would have been lost. It would have been a national tragedy if he had allowed the aircraft to go down in the middle of the community. He struggled with it and brought it down inside a deep swamp, 200 metres away from the town.” Another resident corroborated the account, saying: “I…
…Livinus Tyodoo, described the invasion as “one attack too many.” In a statement he personally signed, Tyodoo said he received disturbing reports of the deadly attacks on the communities on Friday night and in the early hours of Saturday. He said the attacks, allegedly carried out by suspected herdsmen militia, had repo…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the final list of the 2027 governorship candidates, with the names of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship hopefuls Isa Pantami and Ladi Adebutu conspicuously absent from the list. In a list of candidates released today, October 10, the names of M…
…a Second Class Upper division in Psychology-ripped apart what appeared to be the original copies of his BSc degree, NYSC discharge certificate, and WAEC results. Visibly frustrated, he lamented that his years of academic labor had yielded no benefits, stating that his hard-earned qualifications had failed to "favour" h…
…healing. "I cried. I looked on to God for His divine healing, as He alone has the final say on my life," she said. In her Instagram post, Daniels acknowledged that her appearance in a wheelchair might surprise many of her followers, explaining that she wanted to address questions about her absence and update those who…
…because she travelled frequently. Having children in the US was also part of her personal circumstances.Laide's citizenship announcement attracted attention, with some Nigerians Laide said she took time away from acting to fulfil the requirements for citizenship. 3. Grace-Charis BasseyFormer Nollywood actress Grace-Cha…
…ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has listed former Inspector-General of Police Mohammed Adamu as the Social Democratic Party (SDP) governorship candidate for Nasarawa State, who dumped the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).The com…
The Independent National Electoral Commission has released the final list of candidates for the 2027 National Assembly elections in Kwara State, listing Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and Senator Saliu Mustapha for the Kwara Central senatorial seat and Kolo Baba Jiya for Kwara North amid controversies over the emergen…
…of the consequences for citizens. Amaechi illustrated his argument with an analogy involving a moving train, warning that bold decisions could carry risks without proper preparation. He said the administration’s approach raised questions about whether sufficient attention had been paid to the welfare of Nigerians. The…
Several people were injured in an explosion at Riyadh’s international airport in Saudi Arabia on Saturday, prompting the evacuation of passengers from parts of the facility, according to eyewitnesses and sources familiar with the incident. Two eyewitnesses and two people briefed on the development told Reuters that the…
…clarified the ban on men with plaited hair and earrings from observing congregational prayers, saying the move was not punitive but aimed at ensuring that worshippers accord mosques the sanctity and dignity they deserve. The office said the ban, which was issued on Friday, October 9, 2026, during Jumu’ah prayers at the…
The Independent National Electoral Commission included Chinda's name as the APC's governorship candidate for Rivers StateThe development is significant given Chinda's political background and the ongoing power struggle in Rivers StateThe inclusion raises questions about the APC's candidate selection process ahead of th…
US President Donald Trump said Saturday he would soon decide whether to join Saudi strikes against Iran-backed Houthins after an attack on Riyadh’s international airport. “We may. We’re going to look at it. We just found out about the recent attack, so we’ll make a decision,” Trump told reporters at the White House. “W…
…Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, is missing from the final list of governorship candidates for the February 6, 2027, election in Gombe State, released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). INEC published the final list of 16 cleared candidates for the election, with…
Media personality Nedu has criticised the Nigerian government over the country's worsening economic situation, questioning how much an average Nigerian needs to earn to live comfortably. In a video shared online, Nedu asked whether earning ₦100,000 or ₦200,000 monthly was enough to meet basic needs amid rising transpor…
…after Regina, who had largely stayed out of the public eye for months, posted an emotional video on her Instagram page on October 10, 2026, to mark the occasion.Nigerian celebrities including Iyabo Ojo, Ini Edo and Jarvis send prayers to Regina Daniels on her 25th birthday. Photo: iyaboojofespris/regina.daniels/iniedo>…
…of Appeal in Abuja has backed a Federal High Court order directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognise Abdulghani Arobo as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Owo-Ose Federal Constituency in Ondo State.A three-member panel of the appellate court ruled that the lower court…
Yemen’s Houthis attacked Riyadh’s international airport with a missile on Saturday, a diplomatic source told AFP, with dozens reported wounded and a witness describing panic in the terminal. Saudi authorities did not confirm any new attack or evacuation, but one witness reported hearing an explosion while waiting to bo…
…of Nigeria’s economic outlook to positive reflects sustained reforms, stronger external reserves and moderating inflation. Fitch, on Friday, revised Nigeria’s Long-Term Issuer Default Ratings outlook to positive from stable, while affirming the country’s rating at ‘B’. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister…
…State. In a statement issued by the Berom Youth Moulders-Association (BYM), its National Publicity Secretary, Rwang Tengwong, identified two of the victims as John Mafulul, 53, and Ezekiel Yohanna, 50. The association said the victims were attacked at about 5 pm on Friday. It also announced the death of Bulus Chun Pam,…
…it’s ultimately livestreamed, I’m not going to be watching it,” he added. US President Donald Trump said at a White House event on Friday that Hasan would be executed by firing squad. However, Reuters reported that Trump had not commented on the livestream plan announced by Hegseth on Thursday.Make PUNCH part of your e…
…Warriors Seed Academy, Children of Promise Christian School, Future Amazing International Schools Limited, Glad Tidings Academy and Panorama International Schools. The schools affected in Odukpani are De-Royal Academy School, Maria Assumpta Nursery/Primary School, Success Kids Nursery/Primary School, Delightsome Intern…