…Republic of Nigeria to Johannesburg, South Africa, Amb. Ninikanwa Okey-Uche, has assured Nigerians in Southern Africa of the Federal Government’s concern about their welfare and safety, especially over passport challenges and threats of xenophobic attacks. Okey-Uche gave the assurance in a goodwill message to all Niger…

…said. Fuel subsidy removal comes under criticism Amaechi also questioned the benefits Nigerians have received since President Bola Tinubu’s administration removed the petrol subsidy. He argued that the policy had not translated into sufficient benefits for citizens, while alleging that subsidy-related funds were ending…

The United States Government has congratulated Nigeria on the country’s 66th Independence Anniversary, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations between both countries. The US Department of State, in a statement issued by the Office of the Spokesman on Thursday, said it valued its relationship wit…

Swift Telephone Network Limited (STN) received a Unified Access Service Licence from the federal government, clearing its path to operate nationwideThe indigenous telecom company, which traced its roots to a small business centre in 1998, went through years of setbacks before reviving its push for a full licenceTelecom…

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday acknowledged that many Nigerians are still struggling to afford necessities, including food, school fees, medical bills and transportation, but vowed that his administration would not settle for merely managing poverty. The President made the admission in his 66th Independence Day addr…

…change the country’s trajectory. Tinubu stated this in his Independence Day address to Nigerians on Thursday, October 1, 2026, marking the 66th anniversary of Nigeria’s independence. The President said Nigeria had endured decades of economic crises, insecurity, military rule and political upheaval, arguing that success…

…challenges to worsen. Tinubu stated this in his 66th Independence Day address to Nigerians, where he defended the economic reforms introduced by his administration. He said by 2023, poverty was rising and hope was “nearly gone”, adding that the country’s situation had become too difficult for the government to avoid ta…

…longstanding structural problems. Tinubu stated this in his Independence Day address to Nigerians on Thursday, October 1, 2026, as the country marked its 66th anniversary. The President said Nigeria had for too long postponed difficult economic decisions, allowing deep distortions to grow and passing their consequences…

…He acknowledged that the reforms had created significant short-term difficulties for Nigerians but said there were signs of macroeconomic stabilisation. According to him, World Bank figures showed that Nigeria’s real Gross Domestic Product grew by 4.2 per cent in the first half of 2026, while gross foreign reserves sto…

…marks its 66th Independence Anniversary, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) has urged Nigerians to take greater responsibility for the country’s development by supporting efforts to build a peaceful, productive and prosperous nation. The Deputy Director, Communication and Media, Paul Odenyi, stated this in a stateme…

…By Chioma Obinna The Nigerian Heart Foundation, NHF, has disclosed that over 235,000 Nigerians die from cardiovascular diseases annually, warning that many heart conditions develop silently from childhood into adulthood.The Foundation, at a press conference to mark the 2026 World Heart Day in Lagos, said heart-health e…

…and Development has raised the alarm over rising cases of data breaches and abuse of Nigerians’ personal information, calling for greater protection of citizens’ digital rights and online privacy. The centre made the call during a press briefing on data breaches and violations of digital rights held in Dutse, the Jigaw…

…and the response he says he receivedThe video has sparked a wave of reactions from Nigerians online, many of whom questioned the authenticity of his claimsPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! An old clip of Apostle Arome Osayi has found its way back onto social media timelines at a parti…

…before us now is to ensure that growth translates into jobs and higher incomes for all Nigerians,” he said. The SGF said the shift to gas was cutting fuel costs. He disclosed that over 120,000 vehicles have been converted to Compressed Natural Gas CNG, with more than 400 conversion centres and 90 fuelling stations nati…

…1 reflects the company’s belief in Nigerian enterprise, innovation and the capacity of Nigerians to develop homegrown solutions to everyday challenges. According to him, ProTaxi goes beyond introducing another ride-hailing service. The initiative is designed to combine transportation with economic empowerment and a gra…

President Bola Tinubu will address Nigerians at 7am on Thursday, October 1, as the country marks its 66th Independence anniversary. The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. Onanuga said television and radio stations,…

…covers countries across Europe, Asia, the Americas and Oceania, but none from Africa. Nigerians and other African travellers still need to apply for a visa before visiting China.

By John Alechenu, Abuja ABUJA — The Labour Party, LP, has urged Nigerians not to lose hope in the country despite the economic and security challenges confronting the nation. The party made the call in a statement on Wednesday by its National Publicity Secretary, Ken Eluma Asogwa, to mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence An…

…Kingdom, Canada and Australia have been among the most attractive destinations for Nigerians looking to study, work, build businesses or provide better opportunities for their families. But the immigration picture is changing. PAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Rules that once made it…

Veteran actor Richard Mofe-Damijo, RMD, has urged Nigerians to see themselves as ambassadors of the country and recognise that their conduct shapes Nigeria’s reputationSpeaking at the 2026 Pivot Nigeria conference in Lagos, he said reputation is built through consistent actions and challenged Nigerians to uphold their…

…meet domestic specifications.New Lagos LPG terminal targets lower cooking gas prices for Nigerians Photo: FreepickImagesEkundayo said:PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!"There are other producers out there that make LPG that is cheaper. It's not the right specification, but…

…his two-day stay in Sokoto State. He said he found it distressing to see displaced Nigerians living in makeshift shelters and thatched rooms, with some rooms accommodating as many as 10 people. Obi also said the camp lacked adequate toilet facilities, a primary healthcare centre and a basic school for children. “I have…

…while efforts are intensified to create the security conditions necessary for displaced Nigerians to return to their ancestral homes. Obi also said the visit was his 12th to an IDP camp in Nigeria and pledged to continue supporting displaced Nigerians. The former presidential candidate further called on political offic…

…all 774 local government areas, including hard-to-reach communities, to capture eligible NigeriansPAY 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 FCT, Abuja - The Preside…

…address the issues he identified before Nigeria's next qualifier.Chelle sends message to Nigerians after defeatIn another development, Legit.ng reported about Eric Chelle’s response after Nigeria’s Super Eagles lost 3–0 to Guinea-Bissau in their 2027 AFCON qualifier.Chelle apologised to Nigerian fans and accepted respo…