…account is contained in a new book by Seun Oloketuyi, titled How to Win Elections in Nigeria, which examines political developments and intrigues surrounding the early years of Nigeria’s Fourth Republic. Duke, who served as Cross River governor from 1999 to 2007, described an informal meeting involving Babangida, forme…

Nigerian content creator and actor, Isbae U, has stated that he has a crush on actresses Bolaji Ogunmola and Adesua Etomi. He made the revelation during an interview with VJ Adams. While noting that Adesua has no idea of how much he likes her, Isbae U begged her husband, singer Banky W, not to be threatened by his reve…

…followed the burning of Tinubu’s signature cap and the APC broom by supporters of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, in Kano. In retaliation, APC supporters in the state reportedly burned Kwankwansiya signature caps associated with NDC leader and former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso. Jibrin said the APC suppo…

…and economy,” Tinubu told the delegation. The President recalled the fiscal condition of Nigerian states before the subsidy’s removal, saying, “Before I came here, 27 states are unable to pay salaries, not to even talk of pensioners, salary of workers. I know a man in your state that I raised who is nicknamed ‘half sal…

…a Hausa-language television interview on WednesdayThe ADC presidential candidate blamed Nigeria's insecurity crisis on leadership failures, citing Boko Haram, ISWAP, bandits, and IPOBAtiku also promised to restore the fuel subsidy, saying its removal had not improved the lives of ordinary NigeriansPAY ATTENTION: Find i…

…uncle secured a gubernatorial election win in Osun state, drawing online attentionNigerians flooded the comments section with reactions ranging from humour to surprise at the church appearancePAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!A video making the ro…

…If I win the presidential election, I will restore the subsidy. And anyone who stole Nigeria’s subsidy funds must return the money.” “When I was Vice President, I gave many young Nigerians the opportunity to serve in government. Today, some of them are governors, ministers, directors and hold other important positions.…

…result in Osun State.He slammed the statement, describing it as unfortunate, but warned Nigerians to take note of the minister's rhetoric ahead of the 2027 general elections."I think it was a very unusual, uncommon and unfortunate statement for a minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to make, but nothing is beyon…

…Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to strengthen the use of technology in Nigeria’s electoral process to protect the votes of citizens ahead of the 2027 general elections The post 2027: Opposition parties, CSOs task INEC on stronger technology to protect votes appeared first on Tribune Online.

Nigeria’s economic reforms have delivered stronger macroeconomic indicators, but the gains are yet to translate into broad-based prosperity, with capital inflows rising 83.8 per cent to $10.37 billion in the first quarter of 2026, even as foreign direct investment accounted for only 1.3 per cent of the inflows and pove…

…the state’s security architecture with the new General Officer Commanding, 3 Division, Nigerian Army. “We will do everything within our powers to ensure that you remain on your land. Nobody will take over your land,” he said. Earlier, Mutfwang received a security briefing from the GOC, during which he called for more p…

Google has launched a new initiative offering eligible students in Nigerian higher institutions free access to Google AI Plus for 12 months ahead of the new academic session. As reported by The Nation on Thursday, the offer, known as the Gemini Student Offer, is valued at ₦92,400 per student and is available to individ…

What happens when young champions who are shaping Nigeria’s sporting future step into a space that tells the story of 25 years of connection, ambition and possibility? For the MTN Champs winners, it became a meeting of two powerful journeys – the story of where MTN Nigeria has been and the story of where Nigeria’s next…

Nigeria's new Alphanumeric Postcode System will launch in 2026, providing every home a unique digital addressGIS-enabled system aims to improve logistics, e-commerce, emergency response and national planning for better service deliveryIntegration with national identity databases will enhance government planning and inf…

…United States government recently published a corruption investigation targeting former Nigerian vice president Atiku Abubakar. The claim is false.The post, published on July 25, 2026, and shared more than 300 times, includes four screenshots that its author presents as pages from a newly released US government report.…

…to cultivate oil palm and rubber, had grown into a major agribusiness enterprise in Nigeria. Hefer said the company, which is marking 50 years of operations, remained committed to contributing to the development of its host communities. The Amanawei of Gbelebu Community, High Chief Enoch Sulubor, expressed appreciation…

…Ogun State. The raid led to 10 arrests, including three Mexican nationals and seven Nigerians, and the seizure of 2.4 tonnes of meth and chemicals valued at over ₦480 billion. In a statement released on Thursday by the NDLEA spokesman, Femi Babafemi, the agency’s Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, Brig-Gen. Buba Marwa (…

…subsidy was?” he queried. The minister noted that under the Petroleum Industry Act, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company NNPC Limited has been fully commercialised and is no longer the sole importer or producer of fuel, making Atiku’s promise difficult to actualise. “Is he going to give fuel subsidy to the Dangote R…

…alarming trend that continues to intensify across Africa, including in Mali, Zambia and Nigeria, among others,” Simanje said. She said the development highlighted the need for countries to review cybercrime laws that could undermine freedom of expression. “This trend shows the urgent need to repeal these provisions and…

Poverty has convinced majority of Nigerian women that every man with money is the right man to marry- BBNaija's Tochi Reality TV star, Tochi, believes that poverty is the reason a lot of Nigerian women believe that a man with money is always the right one for them to get married to. Financial empowerment as a man has b…

…“two overzealous cheerleaders” around him. Olajengbesi also noted that several prominent Nigerians and APC members participated in the Osun election campaign without publicly disrespecting Adeleke or diminishing the dignity of his office. “I therefore withdraw any statement that may have appeared unduly insulting or di…

…people's lives at stake" - Lady recounts alleged encounter with doctor in Egbeda A Nigerian lady has called out a private hospital in Egbeda after alleging that a doctor gave her a dismissive response when she returned to the facility after her condition failed to improve following treatment. According to her, she visi…

…most passionate supporters, Peter Akah.Akah, popularly known as Randy Peter or Peter for Nigeria, is known for his energetic support and online advocacy for the former Anambra State governor.However, a recent encounter between the duo looked far from the usual cheerful moments shared by political supporters.Peter Obi c…

…the diesel landing cost but still N30 below what several Lagos depots currently chargeNigerian businesses that rely on diesel-powered generators could face higher operating costs if marketers pass on the increasePAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Dangote Petroleum Refinery has increase…

Two anti-corruption agencies are reportedly investigating the Nigeria Football Federation over a ₦12 billion intervention fundThe fund was released by the government in January 2024 to clear unpaid bonuses owed to players for over 15 monthsNFF officials have reportedly been summoned to the presidential villa as pressur…