…was apprehended by the community for allegedly stealing cocoa seeds,” Ojelabi told journalists in Osogbo. “After arresting him, they took him to the monarch of the town, and the king instructed that they should hand him over to the police. He was taken to the police outpost, where he was questioned and subsequently det…

…authorities had previously employed coercive exit bans and detention to compel multinational companies to resolve commercial disputes or make financial concessions. “Nigeria has previously employed coercive exit bans and arbitrary detention as leverage in commercial or regulatory disputes, and to extract data or financ…

…because if we pre-empt, the naysayers will kill it. So, I will leave it as a national treasure, and it should be recognised like that, and also protected. I don’t know when to predict, and somebody will shut it down. On MRO, you have done well in the last nine years. I can see that you have brought in some equipment fo…

…many stranded and delayed passengers wearing long faces.A visit to the domestic terminals of the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos, Monday, lent credence to the development, as passengers waited for updates on delayed flights.At the domestic terminal of the Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport, Abuja, Tuesday, the departure hall was c…

…Asaba massacre was a welcome development but should mark the beginning of a broader national effort to confront the painful history of the civil war. He spoke against the backdrop of the 59th memorial of the Asaba massacre, chaired by former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Wednesday. The veteran said remembering the vic…

…the husband of the late 40-year-old Mary Ugwoma, tells AYOOLA OLASUPO about his wife’s final moments, the medical treatment she received, the circumstances surrounding her death Your wife died recently, and one of her relatives has accused you of being responsible for her death. What can you say about what happened? My…

…Details soon...Authors: Ankrah Shalom (Human-Interest editor) Shalom Ankrah is a journalist and a Human Interest Editor at Legit.ng with over six years of experience. She has a degree in Mass communication from Alex Ekwueme University. Shalom has worked with reputable news organizations including The Tide and GistReel.…

…Details soon...Authors: Ankrah Shalom (Human-Interest editor) Shalom Ankrah is a journalist and a Human Interest Editor at Legit.ng with over six years of experience. She has a degree in Mass communication from Alex Ekwueme University. Shalom has worked with reputable news organizations including The Tide and GistReel.…

A young lady has gone viral after she took to social media to question the rationale behind elaborate funeral ceremonies. In the viral video, the lady questioned why people spend so much money to throw massive parties for a deceased person. She said; ''I feel like, humans are so sentimental because I've never understoo…

…short is that of Ukeme David, a young graduate who recently completed his Higher National Diploma in Accounting at the Federal Polytechnic, Ukana, Akwa Ibom State. David was returning to Lagos after completing his clearance in preparation for mobilisation for the National Youth Service Corps. He had travelled to Benin…

By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin Kebbi The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Kebbi State has commenced the display of the preliminary voters’ register and distribution of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) across the state’s 21 local government areas. The Head of Voter Education at INEC in Kebbi, Malam Haladu Saadu,…

…State is still in the atmosphere of mourning following the death of one of the traditional chiefs in the community, Akinwalere Akinola. It was widely reported in the media that the late high chief was shot dead during the burial rites being performed for one of his colleagues, the Odunwo of Ayeka Kingdom, Omosuyi Obolo…

…the unusual act immediately raised concerns among viewers, Adedayo’s caption to the original clip, which she posted on Instagram, read, “You see my life daily. Luxurious skin. See me for a free consultation.” In another video on her Instagram page, where she wore the same attire as in the first clip, the spa founder sh…

…seeking a way out of a dangerous stalemate. The two-day talks, involving President Donald Trump’s envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, were overshadowed by the president’s announcement of a deal with Russian leader Vladimir Putin to boost diesel supplies, underscoring how the conflict has become entwined with soarin…

…have, on October 8, 2026, arrested four suspects in connection with the offences of criminal conspiracy, causing grievous hurt, mischief by fire and culpable homicide.” The police spokesman said the state Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, had directed that the suspects be transferred to the State Criminal Inv…

…ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over eight years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues Jos, Plateau State - A Federal High Court in Jos, Plateau State, has ordered the All Progressives Congress (APC) to organise f…

…to ask you."I sat. Her hand found mine, warm and steady despite everything."I have one final wish," she said quietly, looking me in the eye. "I know this sounds strange, but I don't have much time left. I've spent so many years alone, and I don't want to leave this world knowing I never had someone to call my husband.…

…residues in beans… Intercepts 67,428 litres of paraquatBy Chioma Obinna The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, (NAFDAC), has warned that the continued circulation and misuse of banned pesticides in Nigeria pose serious threats to public health, raising concerns over the detection of pesticide…

…comes as the Federal Government has announced a 30-day petrol discount at Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) filling stations, a move aimed at providing temporary relief to motorists and other fuel consumers amid the high cost of petroleum products. The government said the temporary discount would run…

…On Thursday, Oyedele announced a 30-day fuel price discount at all Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) filling stations across Nigeria. Reacting to the announcement, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, accused the president of copying his proposal for fuel subsi…

…why," Tokumbo said. "Look, I paid for that (car). Alright. I'm not going to let a criminal do what they want to do. "I have absolutely no respect for criminals. I have no respect for them at all," he added. Tokumbo said he suffered serious injuries, including fractured ribs. Police have asked for the public's help iden…

…her to court, but he abandoned the case midway. She said she is tired of the emotional torture and has decided to bring her son to Nigeria."I am coming to Nigeria. I am bringing this boy to his father's doorstep because I cannot contain this every single day," she saidChief Priest has, however, consistently denied know…

…for the premeditated m8rders of her three great-grandchildren in the Worcester Regional Court in the Western Cape, South Africa. Susana "Sarie" De Villiers, 71, was found guilty of the premeditated m8rders of her great-grandchildren, eight-year-old Caleb, five-year-old Gradwell, and two-year-old Joshua Booysen on Novem…

…he was dating and she took no issues with it. While making an appearance on the Africanalist Podcast, the actor said that some actresses would go to his wife to tell her about his relationships with other actresses in the industry and his wife would tell them that she is aware. "It got to a stage, I won't mention the l…

…stated the trial is anticipated to last three to four weeks. The boy was given conditional bail, with instructions not to make contact with the alleged victims and witnesses, to avoid unsupervised interaction with girls under 16, and to engage with the Youth Justice Service.