…International Annual Award for Excellence in Shareholder Services and Capital Market Administration – Nigeria 2026. “These recognitions reflect our commitment to redefining shareholder services through innovation, operational excellence, and a deep understanding of our clients’ evolving needs,” Owoturo said. “At Corona…

…in September 2022, is seeking a second term in office amid growing criticism of his administration. The Super Eagles failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while the Super Falcons also missed out on the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup, developments that have intensified calls from some stakeholders for changes at t…

Better start crying, you can't defeat Tinubu in 2027 - Wike to opposition The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Tuesday, August 18, warned the opposition to dismiss the idea of defeating President Bola Tinubu in 2027, stressing that they should start crying ahead of the polls.Wike said the…

…North and Abeokuta ahead of the zonal launch. She also acknowledged the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Pate, and the Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of the National Primary Health Care Development Agency, Dr Muyi Aina, for their roles in driving the programme to secure…

…said the crowd crush occurred at around 6:30 a.m. local time. Samrat Choudhary, chief minister of Bihar, the state where Lakhisarai is located, described the incident at the temple as "extremely tragic and heart-wrenching." "The news of the de@ths of devotees in the accident has left my heart deeply distressed," he sai…

By Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — The Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (retd.), has warned that no security architecture, regardless of how sophisticated, can guarantee peaceful elections if political actors choose violence over dialogue. He also said no electoral law could succeed where misinformation was allowed…

…of the same structure. When insecurity prevents citizens from voting, democracy is diminished. When violence determines access to polling units, sovereignty is stolen from the people. When armed groups, political enforcers or criminal networks interfere with electoral choices, the ballot loses its moral authority. “Tho…

…from Goronyo and Shinaka wards of the local government, the home council of the Minister of State for Works, Muhammad Bello Goronyo. The defectors were led by a former APC Secretary in Goronyo Local Government and two-time Special Adviser to the Sokoto State Government, Alhaji Aliyu Tunau Shinaka. Also among those who…

…Abdoulaye Seye, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Tuesday, escalating the Trump administration’s campaign against the Hague-based court. Akane, a Japanese judge who heads the ICC, and Seye, a Senegalese national, were sanctioned under an executive order signed by President Donald Trump last year that authorised sa…

…offence contrary to Section 21(4) of the Central Bank Nigeria Act. 2007 as amended and punishable under Section 21(10) of the same Act.'' The charge against Faith Chukwujeku reads: "That you, Faith Chukwujeku on the 25th of July, 2026 in Lagos within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court engaged in hawking the tota…

…Siminalayi Fubara, has said the limited time left in his tenure will not stop his administration from delivering quality projects that will improve the lives of residents. Fubara said his administration would continue to provide critical infrastructure and address pressing development needs before leaving office in 202…

…forms of conduct capable of undermining the electoral process. The signing ceremony, organised by the National Peace Committee in partnership with The Kukah Centre, took place in Abuja on the eve of the official commencement of campaigns for the 2027 general elections. However, the event was marked by the absence of so…

…most attacks against Christians occur. “We cannot make the same mistake the Biden Administration made. Biden removed the CPC designation from Nigeria after President Trump’s first term and all hell broke loose on Christians. We must stop the genocide.” The statement followed an attack on the Bin-Per community in Ruff,…

…stated that its endorsement of President Tinubu’s second-term bid is rooted in the administration’s bold structural reforms, which it noted are establishing the groundwork for Nigeria’s long-term economic growth. HAI cited key policy interventions, including petroleum sector reforms that ended fuel scarcity, greater fo…

…arrangement rather than advance the interest of any particular individual, party or organisation. “Our mission is simple. It was a follow-up to the open letter we issued to our leaders, which you are part of that leadership, and we all came together out of concern,” Lukman said. He warned that continued fragmentation c…

…to the grassroots, making the presence of chairmen essential for effective administration and prompt response to the needs of the people. According to him, “Local government councils are the closest government to the grassroots. The chairmen must remain on ground and listen to the demands of the people for necessary ac…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the President Bola Tinubu-led administration over the continued rise in food prices. According to the ADC, the government has run out of ideas on how to address the worsening cost of living. The party said the government’s focus on the slight decline in headline infl…

…the President’s office at exactly 6:12 pm on Tuesday. At the time of his arrival, the Minister of Information and National Orientation was reportedly meeting with the President. The agenda of the meeting has not been disclosed. Tuesday’s meeting comes hours before the official commencement of campaigns on August 19 ahe…

…the accord in person. Other parties that participated in the signing ceremony, organised by the National Peace Committee, included the Labour Party, Democratic Leadership Alliance, National Democratic Party, National Rescue Movement, Social Democratic Party, Youth Party, Young Progressives Party and Zenith Labour Party…

…Nigeria's electoral democracy. "Those of us who have occupied public offices must recognise that our conduct carries a greater responsibility. The power and influence attached to public office should be used to strengthen democratic institutions, not to create apprehension among political opponents or citizens," he sai…

…moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Voter inducement claims and currency concernsOrganisers described the initiative as a grassroots support scheme aimed at providing direct financial relief to women across the state. However, commentators on social media were less charitable, with many characterising the distributio…

…media aide, Ossai Success. The universities are the University of Delta, Agbor; Dennis Osadebay University; and Southern Delta University. The statement said the governing council of the University of Delta, Agbor, would be chaired by “Prof. Victor Peretomode as Pro-Chancellor, with Rear Admiral Peter I. Eluma, Prof. E…

…(LP) has said it is banking on its extensive grassroots structure and its links with organised labour to deliver its candidates in the 2027 general elections. The National Publicity Secretary of the party, Mr Ken Asogwa, stated this in an interview in Abuja on Tuesday, saying the party was fully prepared for […] The po…

…of Justice, DOJ, Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI, and Drug Enforcement Administration, DEA. However, Judge Howell granted only four additional days, setting August 21, 2026 as the deadline for compliance. Von Batten said the development is a renewed effort by Pirro and the Department of Justice to release the reco…

…relied on an affidavit allegedly filed by the NDC in an earlier suit, which he said recognised him as the winner of the primary. Among the reliefs sought, Ossai is asking the court to declare him the lawful candidate of the NDC for Enugu North Senatorial District, having participated in the primary and secured the high…