…among others.See more Punch stories on Google.Add Punch on Google He said the initiative was in line with the IGP’s efforts to recognise officers who retired after distinguished service. According to him, spending 35 years in the police was no easy task, given the pressure and risks associated with the profession The C…

The Federal Government has announced the immediate commencement of academic activities at the newly established Federal Technical College, Eke, in Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State. The development aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and the Nigeria Education Sector Renewal Initiative of the…

…a live stream on Monday, September 28, 2026A man who identified himself as Jarvis's relative joined the stream, triggering Peller's unfiltered response about wealth in her familyPeller's comment has since gone viral, sparking a wave of reactions from fans online about his marriagePAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our ne…

…Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, dazzled crowds with energetic dance moves during the Olojo Festival 2026 in Ile-IfeThe royal procession featured a brass band, costumed performers, and an electrifying carnival atmosphere that got the crowd goingA video of the moment is circulating online, leaving fans gushing over the monarch'…

…the world if its members remained faithful and obedient. At the time, the church was relatively small and largely concentrated in southwestern Nigeria.By the late 1970s, RCCG had fewer than 40 parishes and was still largely unknown outside Nigeria.The prophecy about a successorOne of the most remarkable aspects of the…

…on Google.Add Punch on Google On the economy, Akpabio said the Senate must remain attentive to the realities confronting ordinary Nigerians as lawmakers consider economic reforms and policies. “Many Nigerians continue to bear a very heavy cost of living,” he said, stressing that “policymakers must not lose sight of how…

…revenue amid falling crude oil prices and reduced product volumes. The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, Bayo Ojulari, disclosed this on Tuesday in Abuja during a media interaction to present the company’s 2025 audited financial results, achievements, and strategic vision. Ojulari said the company’s profit…

…sale was intended to improve Nigeria’s ability to contribute to shared security objectives, promote regional stability and strengthen interoperability with the US and other Western partners. The helicopter deal followed earlier US military assistance to Nigeria, including the 2017 sale of 12 A-29 Super Tucano aircraft…

…report would be formally received by the Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, at the Executive Council Chamber, Governor’s Office, Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan. “The commission’s report will be formally received by the Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, at the Executive Council Chamber, Governor’s Office, Secretariat, Agodi,…

…refinery projectEarlier, Legit.ng reported that Aliko Dangote, president and chief executive officer of Dangote Group, has said the company’s planned refinery in Kenya will surpass its Lagos facility in both size and processing capability.Dangote disclosed this while hosting Kenyan President William Ruto on a tour of t…

…the completed case files directly to his office for prosecution.This formal directive effectively creates a clear legal pathway for women who have previously had little recourse against relatives or community members who excluded them from family property.The announcement marks one of the most direct interventions by A…

…indecent material”. They were sentenced to 74 lashes, a two-year ban on audiovisual activities and a two-year travel restriction. According to their lawyers, a higher court rejected their appeal on Friday without holding a hearing. “In our view, holding the concert was not a crime at all,” one of the lawyers told the B…

Troops of the 90 Amphibious Battalion, in collaboration with operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), have arrested nine suspected drug peddlers in Sapele Local Government Area of Delta State. According to security sources who spoke to Zagazola Makama, the suspects were arrested at about 11:40 p.…

Leading Artificial Intelligence executives will meet at the White House Tuesday with President Donald Trump and a top Republican as Congress calls for stronger industry oversight. The gathering comes shortly after tech giant OpenAI cancelled the release of its newest model over safety concerns, and after a series of re…

…Kyoda, an official at the Japan Meteorological Agency, told AFP that “the distinctive weather map during this month is in part because of El Niño”, bringing higher temperatures in the Pacific Ocean. “Autumn rain fronts are staying longer than usual,” Kyoda said, referring to Tokyo’s rainy season, because a high-pressur…

…DSP Alamieyeseigha Memorial Banquet Hall, Yenagoa. The summit, organised as part of activities marking Bayelsa State’s 30th anniversary, was themed, “Reviving the Izon Language: Heritage, Our Identity, Our Future.” The governor expressed concern over the declining use of the Ijaw language, particularly among younger pe…

…on a podcast, noting it had just earned promotion from the National LeagueThe music executive described their football investment as part of a broader long-term business strategyPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Davido's longtime manager, Asa Asik…

…programme to raise awareness about the Ebola outbreak, according to a party representative. Marie-Celestin Karondwa, acting president of the Union for Democracy and Social Progress (UDPS) federal executive committee in Butembo, a new hotspot of the outbreak, was attacked after participating in a radio programme on Ebol…

…and transit authorities. The operation further disclosed that troops had maintained an active presence in the area to protect travellers and pursue the fleeing suspects. The development comes amid sustained military operations across the North-West aimed at disrupting bandit activities and protecting communities and tr…

…2026, as Nigeria prepares for increased fuel demand during the Christmas and New Year festivities.The approval comes as the Dangote Petroleum Refinery reduces its petrol prices below estimated import landing costs, intensifying competition between locally refined and imported petroleum products.

Targets victory in presidential, legislative polls By Adeola Badru IBADAN — The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Oyo State, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has directed the party’s grassroots mobilisation machinery to commence full-scale operations ahead of the 2027 general elections. Alli said the p…

…is “Don’t Miss a Beat.” Adefarasin, in the statement, said greater awareness and preventive measures were essential to reducing the burden of cardiovascular diseases among Nigerians. “High blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, tobacco use, unhealthy diets, physical inactivity and excessive alcohol consumption are major ri…

…since Gian Marco Ferrari accomplished the feat in May 2021. Before making his competitive debut for the four-time world champions, Kayode represented Italy at the U18, U19 and U21 levels. Pursuant to FIFA’s eligibility regulations, Kayode is prohibited from requesting a change of sporting nationality because he had alr…

…and loss of skilled manpower by implementing welfare packages that are competitive with what is obtainable in neighbouring states,” the doctors said. “Ultimately, these measures will strengthen the capacity of LAUTECH Teaching Hospital to provide quality tertiary healthcare to the people of Oyo State and beyond,” the a…

…a foodborne infection could result in medical expenses, lost work time and reduced productivity. The experts’ warning comes on the heels of a recent viral tweet on X, where netizens shared their experiences of food contamination after consuming a meal in which rice and egg were boiled together in the same pot. Further…