…Daniels discusses her prolonged social media absence and health struggles in an emotional 25th birthday video. Photo: regina.daniels>She greeted followers warmly before walking them through the difficult months that had kept her largely out of public view."For several months now, I lost my freedom to move around as I p…

…ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Imo State has formally written to the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigeria Police Force, raising an alarm over what it described as a fraudulent APC senatorial primary result sheet that…

…fears that stricter immigration rules could bar institutions from recruiting international students. The Financial Times, in a report published on Saturday, said that 22.7 per cent of UK study visa applications from Nigerians were withdrawn in the first half of 2026, up from 4.5 per cent during the same period in 2025.…

Phone traders in Kano State have reportedly confronted Chinese nationals accused of selling mobile phones directly to customers, allegedly at prices lower than those offered by local retailers.In a viral video circulating on social media, the traders said they operate under an association and argued that the Chinese na…

…of manual examinations. "To address this, the government launched phase one of the National Single Window (NSW) on March 27, 2026," the report said.The platform is intended to integrate agencies, including the Nigeria Customs Service, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, and the Standards O…

A Nigerian national who worked as a canvasser for a Democratic congressional campaign in Pennsylvania has been arrested by United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following his guilty plea to a disorderly conduct charge linked to a public exposure incident. The US Department of Homeland Security disclos…

Veteran Nigerian entertainer Charly Boy shared an emotional message for his wife after she underwent major surgeryCharly Boy said his wife already has to relearn how to walk following the procedure, urging her to take the process one step at a timeThe singer called on his followers to send well-wishes to his wife as sh…

Universities in the United Kingdom are withdrawing admission offers to international applicants, including Nigerians and Pakistanis, amid fears that rising student visa refusals could lead to a ban on recruiting overseas students. According to an analysis of Home Office data by the Financial Times, 22.7 per cent of stu…

…ring-fenced revenue streams that could withstand changes in leadership, and professional intermediation. Agama urged alumni to move from giving donations that were consumed to providing capital that could grow over time. He proposed an Alumni Capital Fund with a low minimum investment threshold to enable young graduate…

…stating that it is wrong and reflects poorly on Nigeria and Nigerians in the international community. According to him, such an act portrays opposition politics in Nigeria as pedestrian. He equally said Atiku’s action will divide Nigeria because he had never addressed former President Muhammadu Buhari whom he contested…

…of State has announced it will extend its online presence review to cover three additional nonimmigrant visa categories from October 1Foreign media representatives, USMCA professionals, and their dependents are among those who will face the expanded social media vettingApplicants in the newly added categories must set…

Canal+ is reshaping DStv with package changes, channel closures and a streaming overhaul—but Nigerian subscribers aren’t automatically affectedShowmax shut down in April 2026 after losses exceeding R9 billion, with some content shifting to DStv StreamNigerian DStv prices remain distinct: subscribers should verify local…

…ASUU-LASUTECH. The union expressed gratitude to the media, civil society groups, traditional rulers, students, parents and other stakeholders who supported its members throughout the negotiations. It specifically recognised the contributions of pro-worker organisations, including the Joint Action Front, JAF, Education…

US President Donald Trump said Friday that he had secured Russia’s agreement for a major release of diesel, as he eased war sanctions on Moscow in a push to lower energy costs ahead of midterm elections. Moscow has been hit with waves of sanctions by the United States and partners since its 2022 invasion of neighbourin…

A journalist was shot dead on Friday in Mexico, according to human rights NGO Article 19, the ninth to be killed in the country this year. Hamurabi Huesca Manzano, the owner of a news website with more than 52,000 followers, was gunned down in Oaxaca state in the south of Mexico, Article 19 said, adding to a tally of j…

…by both Nigeria and the United States, and the missions will close accordingly. The final closure of the year is scheduled for Saturday, December 26, for Boxing Day, a recognised Nigerian public holiday.The remaining US Embassy and Consulate holiday closures for 2026 are:S/NDateDayHolidayObserved by1.October 12, 2026Mo…

…a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Legit.ng journalist Victor Enengedi has over a decade's experience covering energy, MSMEs, technology, banking and the economyThe Dangote Group expects the naira to trade at N1,330 per dollar in the fourth quarter of 2026, supported by rising fo…

…source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Pascal Oparada is a journalist with Legit.ng, covering technology, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy for over a decade.Petrol-only cars have lost their majority share of global new-vehicle sales for the first time, as soaring fuel costs push more…

…while expressing appreciation to the media, civil society organisations, CSOs, traditional rulers, students, parents and other stakeholders for their support throughout the negotiations. It said the collective efforts of these groups contributed significantly to the negotiation process, which centred on improved staff…

…to his death, the member representing Fufore/Song Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, Aliyu Boya Wakili, described Saidu as a dedicated public servant whose contributions would be missed. Burial arrangements were yet to be announced by the family as of the time of filing this report shortly before 8am on Sat…

…abducted in Imo State on their way to Akwa Ibom where they were posted for their national service year. All of them have now been offered the opportunity to choose their preferred states in the South-West for the service. In politics, the Court of Appeal has rejected the bail application of former Kaduna State Governor…

…Award Night in Lagos State on Friday, in a statement signed by the General Manager, External Relations and Sustainable Development, Sophia Horsfall on Saturday. “Ifowodo’s winning collection emerged from 223 entries, while Oke’s Beyond Tarkwa Bay and Abiola’s Mara Mania jointly won the creative arts prize, which carrie…

…the Nigerian Army, the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Office of the National Security Adviser would take the necessary measures to secure the children’s release. Recall that gunmen abducted between 42 and 44 children from a primary and junior secondary school, as well as nearby homes, in Mussa on May 15, 20…

…intended to support the feeding programme for students with special needs, whose educational requirements include adequate accommodation, nutrition and other essential services.” Eluwole dismissed allegations that the government was deliberately neglecting the students, insisting that the administration of Governor Ade…

…all its crude oil locally and export only refined petroleum products. “I even hope personally that we get to a point in Nigeria where all the crude we produce will be refined in Nigeria and we only export refined products,” Oyedele said. The debate over domestic crude supply comes amid renewed calls for the return of f…