By Ike Uchechukwu, CALABAR Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has approved the reinstatement of about 3,000 local government workers removed from the state payroll, following a meeting with organised labour. The decision came after talks with the state chapters of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), the Tra…

…the kingdom throughout the process. Fubara, in a statement issued by his media aide, Onwuka Nzeshi, said history would remember his administration for peacefully laying to rest the late King Dandeson Douglas Jaja and facilitating the emergence of a new monarch without litigation. The governor, who hails from Opobo, sai…

…the visit, community leaders in Ile-Ife, led by Sooko Adegboyega Ogunwusi, Sooko Laukun of Ife, thanked the Nigerian Army for establishing the 137 Battalion in the town. The visit was part of Mahmuda’s broader effort to assess the locations and ensure that the troops settle in and immediately commence the discharge of…

A 28-year-old Russian scientist is reported to have died from a suspected case of plague, prompting authorities to quarantine a hospital and place people who had contact with her under medical observation.Daria Sh, a medical university graduate who reportedly worked for an anti-plague institute, died after falling seri…

… EU, UK others toeing Trump’s stringent immigration stance – Foreign policy expert … Calls for domestic policy reset … Focus may be shifted to residency schemes in Malta, Greece, others – Migration advisory firm By Nkiruka Nnorom Thousands of wealthy Nigerians who once turned to Caribbean golden passports as a backdoo…

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ola Olukoyode, has said that only 60 percent of stolen funds can be recovered after they have been taken. He made this disclosure on Friday at the inauguration of the EFCC Zonal Office in Awka, Anambra State. The anti-corruption czar noted that prevent…

…as Seth for allegedly macheting his father to d3ath in the Pipeline area of Rumukwurushi, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of the state. According to punch, the deceased had reportedly confronted his son several times over his alleged consumption of a hard liquor known as Ice, a habit that was said to often infuriate t…

…Court that suspects allegedly confessed to their roles in the robbery that led to Somtochukwu Maduagwu’s deathThe witness said investigations indicated that Maduagwu was pushed from her third-floor apartment during the attackThe court heard that eight of the 11 defendants were allegedly involved in the September 2025 r…

…has sparked a debate online after comparing the cost of living in Lagos with that of the UK (London), claiming residents spend more on lifestyle expenses in Lagos. In a video shared on his Instagram page, Oyemykke made the comment while discussing his experience living in the UK, where he acknowledged that accommodatio…

…and Umrah required biometric data for all intending pilgrims to be uploaded to the Nusuk-Masar platform by September 26. With the new slots now factored in, the commission is expected to review its operational timetable, including that biometric data deadline, to accommodate the larger pilgrim contingent.NAHCON announc…

…pilots who were travelling as passengers ultimately landed the plane safely at Tabuk Airport in Saudi ArabiaPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!The Indian pilot at the centre of the Flydubai cockpit attack has described the moment he pushed himself…

…The position, signed by former Deputy Speaker of the Kaduna State House of Assembly, Mukhtar Isa Hazo and other associates, was made available to journalists in Kaduna on Thursday. The former allies, under the aegis of Kaduna De-Initiative, said they supported, campaigned for and defended El-Rufai, while helping to bui…

The Plateau State Government and the Kukah Centre have called for the formal adoption and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures for the state-owned security outfit, Operation Rainbow, as part of efforts to strengthen community security, accountability and human rights compliance. The call was made in Jos, on…

…across Nigeria’s Federal Public Service. The Director-General of the Bureau, Dr Dasuki I. Arabi, disclosed this on Monday in Abuja at the inauguration of the task teams established to undertake the strategic assignments aimed at institutionalising public service reforms. The four assignments include: the review and pro…

…crystal meth appearing in the region. The death of Islamic State leader Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki in May 2026, the result of collaboration between US and Nigerian military intelligence, demonstrates what can be achieved when sharing intelligence is done effectively. Babafemi agrees that international cooperation with other W…

…Nigeria will be joined by other African representatives, including Egypt’s Zeina Farouk and Adam Lashin, Tunisia’s Ritej Charif, and Uganda’s Joseph Sebatindira. The competition will also feature talented young players from countries such as Australia, Belgium, Canada, England, France, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zeal…

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…am on Wednesday in a bush near his residence close to the NNPC Depot along the Makurdi-Otukpo Road."He was discovered around 2 am Wednesday in a bush near his residence, unconscious," the friend said. "Unfortunately, he died before he could get medical attention. Strangely, his attackers did not take his phone, which w…

…has reportedly found himself torn between his savings goals and pursuing marriage with a UK citizen as his visa deadline approaches. The story was shared by relationship expert @jon_d_doee on X, formerly known as Twitter. According to the relationship expert, the man moved to the UK as a student in 2024 and has been li…

…blood loss. The aircraft subsequently made a safe emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.The story drew responses from the highest levels of global leadership, with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu both praising Machchhar for his composure under extreme duress.Watch

By Nkiruka Nnorom The Consul General of the Federal 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 g…

By Nkiruka Nnorom The US government said it has revoked more than 250,000 visas since President Donald Trump took office, as the administration continues its immigration crackdown and increases vetting of those eligible to enter the country. The revocations involved a variety of violations, including visa holders who v…

…TerritoriesNova ScotiaNunavutOntarioPrince Edward IslandQuebecSaskatchewanYukonProspective students can search the official portal by selecting a province or territory to view the DLIs within that region that currently offer PGWP-eligible programmes. Ontario and British Columbia, two provinces that already attract the…

…with B.E. Okeowo and I.E. Balogun, while Anthony O. Agadah represented Isaac. E.I. Ukpabio held a watching brief for the nominal complainant.

By Chidinma Chukwu, Abuja As Nigeria 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,…