The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 21-year-old butcher, Selim Ayodele, for the murder of his 26-year-old colleague, Ibrahim Wasiu, following a disagreement at their workplace in Alagbole, Ogun State, on October 18th. The arrest followed a prompt police response after the incident was reported at Ajuwon Police…
The Rivers State Government has condemned reports of alleged forced virginity testing of female students of Government Comprehensive High School (Senior Secondary), Taabaa, in Khana Local Government Area of the state. The Ministry of Education in a statement issued on Thursday, October 22, 2026, described the reports a…
11 people have died in a multiple-vehicle crash involving a trailer, two cars and five motorcycles in Kumo, Akko Local Government Area of Gombe State. According to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), the accident occurred at Tashan Magarya Junction along the Gombe-Billiri road, leaving several other people injured. T…
…Tinubu following reports of security agents protecting his campaign banners in Kaduna.Photos of a patrol van parked beside one of the banners surfaced online on Thursday, sparking mixed reactions.Reacting to the photos via his social media handle, Atiku wrote''Bola, you claim Nigerians love you, yet your billboards in…
Legendary American singer Stevie Wonder has filed an eviction lawsuit against Carmen Efferson, a former fiancée who has allegedly lived rent-free in a Los Angeles property he owns since July 1988. According to court documents, the arrangement was never put in writing, and Efferson reportedly paid a monthly rent of $0 f…
One person has been confirmed dead while three others have been rescued after a two-storey building under construction collapsed in the Fadeyi area of Lagos state today October 23. Confirming the incident to newsmen, the Permanent Secretary of LASEMA, Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, said search and rescue operations were o…
The Dredgers Association of Nigeria (DAN) has appealed to Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to urgently intervene in the alleged "harassment, intimidation and extortion of sand dredgers and tipper truck operators across the state." Read the association's press statement below... The Dredgers Association of Nige…
…online after sharing what he described as the three keys to success.The actor posted photos with fellow Nollywood legends Patience Ozokwor and Pete Edochie at an event, labelling the trio as wisdom, wickedness and sacrifice, describing them as the keys to success, humorously matching each word to their on-screen reputa…
Friends of a 38-year-old Nigerian man, Peter Omale, have been thrown into mourning after he died a month before his wedding. One of the friends, Joseph Ogah announced Peter's sad demise in a Facebook post on Thursday, October 22, 2026. According to him, Peter was scheduled to wed on November 28, 2026. "Peter, this is n…
Bobby Maris Ugwoegbu has shared what falling in love does to a person. The singer, whose marriage to Uche Ogbodo ended this year, took to his Instagram Stories to write: "I think there is something in falling in love, you actually loose your senses until boom! Reality checks in, and you realize Kai I be Mugu ooo!" He a…
Meta Chief Executive, Mark Zuckerberg considered leaving California over fears that a proposed ballot measure targeting the state's ultra-wealthy could erode his voting control over the tech giant, a recent regulatory filing revealed.However, Meta's board of directors reached an agreement to keep the 42-year-old execut…
A kidnapped newlywed couple, Rev. Abiodun David and Funmilayo Bamidele, have regained their freedom after spending 21 days in captivity. LIB reported that the couple were returning from their engagement ceremony when gunmen abducted them and four other persons along the border area of the Iyemero and Eruku Road, betwee…
Veteran Nollywood actor Francis Duru has died at the age of 57 following a brief illness. The sad news was officially confirmed by his family in a statement published on his verified Instagram page in the early hours of Friday, October 23, 2026. According to the release, the iconic screen star passed away after a brief…
Media personality Gbemi Olateru-Olagbegi has sparked an engaging online discussion after raising a question regarding friendship breakups and keeping gifts from former friends. In a post shared on X, Gbemi wrote:''A friend gifted you a lovely pricey bag a year or two ago.You are no longer friends and will probably neve…
Danish aid worker, Anja Ringgren Loven, has shared a lovely video showing the remarkable recovery and transformation of three children she rescued three months ago after they were accused of witchcraft, starved, abused and abandoned in Akwa Ibom. The video she posted on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 shows the kids, Elija…
A man who quit his career as a PhD scientist to become a full-time stay-at-home dad has apologised to his wife and other mothers after experiencing the demands of raising children. The father of two toddlers revealed that he previously questioned why his wife couldn't keep the house tidy while caring for their children…
…Fola was in the eye of the storm for wearing casual for his UNILAG project defense. Photos: @folapondis/IG.>Rather, he had just arrived in Nigeria from Canada and was determined to complete his academic responsibility without delay.According to Fola, he went straight from the airport to the university instead of return…
The Edo State Government has demolished a bungalow and boys' quarters belonging to a suspected organ harvester and ritualist, identified as Ebhata Eromosele in Esan Central Senatorial Districts. The 40-year-old suspect was arrested in Uromi by Edo State Security Corps, the Nigeria Police Force and other sister security…
Two suspects have been arrested over alleged theft and vandalism of railway sleeper clips at Madobi Local Government Area. They were nabbed by the Kano State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). At a press briefing on Thursday, October 22, in Kano, the State Commandant, Mohammed Hassan-Agala…
The youth leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogbabede Ward, Kogi State, Arome Adaji has been reportedly kidnapped by unknown gunmen. Adaji, popularly known as Iron Gate, was abducted alongside his wife, Justina Arome in their Abocho residence in Dekina Local Government Area of the state on Wednesday, Octo…
Tobi Bakre has reminded his followers how far he's come with throwback photos and recent ones. The former Big Brother Naija star, who is now an actor, took to Instagram to share recent topless photos, with his chest and arms on display. He also shared an old topless photo of himself. The contrast between the old photo…
Ghanaian actor, comedian and broadcaster Seth Kwame Dzokoto has died after reportedly collapsing during a live radio programme. According to Ghana GBC, Dzokoto collapsed in the early hours of Thursday, October 22 while participating as a panellist on the morning show of Owass FM/Radio in Tarkwa, in Ghana's Western Regi…
The Nigerian Army troops has arrested a notorious criminal, Denen Joe, popularly known as DJ Abam, in Peva community, Taraba State. The arrest has been described by residents of Peva and surrounding communities as a significant development in efforts to end years of alleged violence, extortion and criminal intimidation…
The Ghana Police Service has arrested a young woman for allegedly setting her boyfriend's rented apartment on fire following a heated argument between them. The dramatic incident occurred in Ntonsua in Obasi, the Ashanti Region. During interrogation, the woman claimed her boyfriend broke up with her because she answere…
…celebrated his 72nd birthday.John Anderson died a few weeks before his 72nd birthday. Photos: @halloffame/IG.>His passing marks a sad moment for country music lovers who grew up listening to his distinctive voice and memorable songs.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!John A…