…requirements and application process under the programme. The SMDF, an agency of the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, disclosed this in a notice issued on Wednesday. According to the Fund, the interactive sessions will be hosted by the EMERGE team and will allow prospective applicants to ask questions and obtain…

…the state, reflects growing public attention to projects being executed by the administration of Governor Hyacinth Alia and the Federal Government under President Bola Tinubu. The emerging development story is being driven largely by what officials describe as stronger cooperation between the state and federal governme…

…Adjoining roads are local government roads,” Akinmade said. He said that the administration had constructed more than 1,700 kilometres of roads since assuming office about seven and a half years ago. He argued that some roads currently in poor condition had existed for a long time without adequate intervention from pre…

…three suspects. The application was brought pursuant to Sections 294 and 295 of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act 2015, Section 6 of the Nigeria Customs Service Act 2023, Sections 6(6), 35(1)(c), (5) and (7)(a) of the 1999 Constitution, as amended, and Order 46 Rule 4(d) of the Federal High Court Rules. Custom…

…reached the maximum permitted under Section 92. CSOs raise concerns Civil society organisations warned that the effectiveness of the new campaign spending limits will depend largely on enforcement, monitoring and the willingness of political actors to obey the law. The Executive Director of the Civil Society Legislativ…

…he said. He alleged that those promoting the narrative were motivated by a desire to tarnish his political image. “The motive of those peddling these lies is to tarnish my political image for eternity. We will never succumb to that. We will continue to tell the true story of what happened. Whoever does something to tar…

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…how big Real Madrid is. I already knew it, but here you feel it firsthand." He finished his remarks with a message for Madridistas and made clear that his focus now turns toward adding more silverware to the club's collection. "I'm very happy to be here and to soon be playing at the Bernabéu and meeting the fans. Now…

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has explained why his administration does not interfere with the operations of security agencies in the state. Otti said the policy was based on his administration’s commitment to transparency and doing what was right. The governor spoke on Wednesday at a send-off ceremony in Umuahia for…

…into the fictitious Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council scandal. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, disclosed this while briefing State House correspondents after the Federal Executive Council meeting, presided over by Tinubu at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja, th…

…combat piracy, sea robbery, illegal oil bunkering and crude oil theft. The exercise, organised by the Eastern Naval Command, is designed to enhance the combat readiness and proficiency of naval personnel in weapon handling and operations within creeks, waterways and the littoral environment. The Chief of the Naval Staf…

…can do projects because the reforms are working,” he said. The governor said his administration remained focused on delivering infrastructure and other projects across Delta State, adding that several projects had been completed while others were ongoing. He also called for responsible political participation by Christ…

…Road and East-West Road among major projects being undertaken by the administration. Akume challenged builders to organise professional consortia, establish auditable quality-management systems, train and certify artisans and compete for opportunities in housing, transportation infrastructure, public facilities and loc…

…The signing of Deep Offshore Oil and Gas Project Incentives forms part of the Tinubu administration’s broader effort to improve the competitiveness of Nigeria’s oil and gas fiscal regime following the Petroleum Industry Act. With nine projects already holding approved Field Development Plans, the success of the new inc…

…of a drafting committee to develop a five-year strategic defence cooperation plan. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this while briefing State House correspondents after the Federal Executive Council chaired by Tinubu at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja. Idris said th…

…he said. Mark welcomed IRI’s engagement with political parties, civil society organisations and other stakeholders, saying the ADC was prepared to openly share its experiences and concerns as preparations for the 2027 polls gather pace. Responding, Jenai Cox, African Regional Director of IRI, said the institute was in…

…where he said Eba’s removal followed allegations of financial impropriety, maladministration and failure to meet some obligations to members of the party’s State Working Committee. Eba, who served as APC chairman during the administration of former Governor Ben Ayade and the first two years of the administration of Gov…

…Her comments led to a huge outrage and Twisha's father said it was an attempt to tarnish his daughter's name. by Linda Ikeji at 19/08/2026 5:20 PM | Share this Story

…on Tuesday during an interview on TVC News, where he was responding to comments by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, who had claimed he could have delivered the Osun election to the All Progressives Congress had Tinubu wanted victory "at all costs."Ex-Ekiti Governor Ayodele Fayose praised President Bola Tinubu for allowing the…

…viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Samburu crash investigation under wayThe Ministry of Roads and Transport's Air Accident Investigation Department has taken charge of determining what caused the crash. KCAA said it is actively coordinating with relevant agencies throughout the process.In its statement, KCAA e…

…its president, Tomoko Akane, and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye SeyeThe Trump administration added both officials to its sanctions list as part of its campaign against what it calls a corrupt and politicised courtJapan, the ICC's biggest funder, and the European Union pushed back against the US move, backing the court's…

…may have the opportunity to join the company and build long-term careers within the organisation.What to expect from Dangote's Fleet Management Graduate ProgrammeThe company said selected participants will benefit from structured technical and professional training designed to develop their knowledge and skills.The pro…

…the success of the event. He said the movement was formed by Tompolo Ekpemupolo to galvanise support for Tinubu, who he maintained deserved the support of people of the region based on the love he has shown in terms of appointments and projects. Speaking on behalf of state coordinators in the region, the Bayelsa State…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has assured all that at least 10 major road and infrastructure projects in Abuja will be completed and ready for inauguration before the 2027 general elections. Wike gave the assurance on Wednesday while inspecting the ongoing Tungan Madaki-Zuba Road and Nile…

…Wednesday in Abuja at a data privacy implementation workshop for state governments organised by the NDPC in collaboration with the Nigeria Governors’ Forum. Olatunji said the growing movement of personal and commercial information across borders had made data protection an important consideration for businesses seeking…