…that the police, who are supposed to protect citizens, were the ones taking lives and insisted that the suspected killer cop must be paraded to give the family and the public assurances that the suspect would not be shielded. Some of the writings on the placards included, ‘We are not safe anymore, Anthony Obodo was a f…
…agreement between both governments after the US carried out an attack against suspected ISIS fighters in Nigeria. US President Donald Trump had claimed the group was targeting Christians. By mid-February, around 200 US troops had arrived in north-eastern Nigeria.Military authorities initially said the troops would not…
…has since been reported to the leader of the local security group in Imo State to assist in locating the suspect for further investigation. On 22 August 2026, troops, in conjunction with the Department of State Services and the local security group in Anambra State, raided IPOB/ESN strongholds at Obene and Abator Villa…
…he said. He recalled that during the subsidy era, Nigerians still experienced persistent fuel scarcity despite huge government spending on subsidy payments. The student leader also noted that petrol prices had begun to decline before the outbreak of the Iran-United States conflict, adding that the conflict had contribu…
…and could reverse the fiscal space now supporting critical national investments,” insisting that “the 2027 Presidential election should therefore be about issues, achievements, and realistic solutions.” The post Subsidy Removal: Tinubu, APC reply Atiku, insist policy saved Nigeria from fatal hemorrhage appeared first o…
…protest venue. Credit: LagosPoliceNG/X The command called on members of the public to desist from spreading unverified information, which it said is capable of “misleading the public, inciting unnecessary tension, or undermining public confidence.” It stated that the State Commissioner of Police, Tijani Fatai, reiterat…
…Ms. Winifred Anwosiobor Orbih and Dr. Mildred Omonemi Orbih; as well as his brothers, sisters, and other members of the extended family.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!The family called on relatives, friends, and well-wishers to keep them in prayer as they grieve his pas…
…without participating in the original compromise. The association questioned the basis for the disciplinary action, asking whether each of the 18 students knew that the questions were authentic and had been leaked, whether they solicited the material, participated in obtaining it, or knowingly redistributed it. NANS al…
…use, Doja made clear that she considers that period of her life to be behind her, insisting that she is "well past that" now. Her candid comments come as she continues to discuss some of the personal difficulties she has faced and the impact that public scrutiny and online culture can have on mental health. by Linda Ik…
…she was r@ped by Victor Ebele and claimed his family members, including his mother and sister, have been harassing her for seeking justice. She also called out Victor Ebele's more popular brother, Frank Ebele, who is also a professional footballer. She claims Frank was protecting his brother. She went on to claim that…
'I'm too old to be pregnant' - Granny breaks down in tears after discovering she is expecting a baby An elderly woman broke down in tears after discovering that she is pregnant. In the video, the visibly distressed woman repeatedly screamed, "What am I going to do?" as she struggled to process the pregnancy test result…
'It was donation, not harvesting' - Medical expert defends Abuja doctors in kidney controversy An Abuja-based kidney procedure involving several young men was a case of voluntary organ donation rather than illegal trafficking or forced harvesting, a Nigerian medical expert has stated. Speaking on Channels TV, consultan…
…and her father on July 17, 2025, when they visited his residence to seek financial assistance. Faith, who was dressed in an aviation uniform at the time, had secured admission for aviation training but could not raise the funds required to complete her registration and continue the programme. Her father presented the a…
…points when compared to Q1’26, which was 2.57 per cent. “On a quarter-on-quarter basis, the oil sector recorded a growth rate of 10.91 percent in Q2’26. “The Oil sector contributed 4.16 percent to the total real GDP in Q2’26, up from the figure recorded in the corresponding period of 2025 at 4.05 percent and up from th…
…this matter.” The verdict was met with an emotional reaction in the courtroom. Tupac’s sister, Sekyiwa “Set” Shakur, was seen crying as the decision was read, while Davis’ son covered his face with one hand. Several people in the gallery wiped away tears and embraced members of the prosecution team. Prosecutors built m…
…its commitment to leadership and advocacy on issues affecting Oke-Ogun, with emphasis on unity, security, education, good governance, political representation and sustainable development.
…commissions, councils, parastatals and other bodies and verify their legal basis and how they obtained official recognition, budgetary consideration, office facilities and access to government systems. The development gives added significance to the OHCSF circular, which seeks to establish a clearer chain of authority…
…“The suspect allegedly claimed that he had been engaged by certain philanthropists to assist selected groups of farmers with grants of up to ₦3 million each. “The police said that participants were required to pay a registration fee of ₦5,000 and introduce two additional persons into the programme, who were also expect…
…The case has reignited controversy over Tinubu’s past, with opposition parties insisting Nigerians deserve transparency.
…EFCC Academy, the 24/7 Cybercrime Rapid Response Centre and EFCC Radio. Challenges persist Despite the achievements, the EFCC chairman acknowledged that the growing sophistication of economic crimes remained a major challenge. He said organised crime was increasingly cross-border and required stronger cooperation among…
…the biggest marketing budgets or the most attractive apps, but those that are able to consistently earn the confidence of customers. “Everybody in this industry can build an app,” said Jerry Ehanmo, Director at NorthQuest Finance. “The more difficult thing is building a business that people are comfortable trusting wit…
"You can't be calling me Mo anyhow. I wouldn't take it." - Media mogul, Mo Abudu, kicks against younger people addressing elders by their first names Media mogul and EbonyLife CEO, Mo Abudu, has stated that she will not tolerate being casually addressed by her first name by younger individuals, emphasizing the importan…
"For years, I felt left out. I never got invited to baby showers, naming ceremonies or children's birthdays" - Actress Mo' Bimpe Actress Mo' Bimpe has reflected on her journey to motherhood after attending the birthday party of one-year-old Rakeem. In a video, the actress recalled how she once felt left out because she…
…I miss you in ways I cannot explain" - BBNaija star Phyna pens emotional tribute to late sister on first death anniversary BBNaija star Phyna penned an emotional tribute to her late sister, Ruth Otabor, on the first anniversary of her passing. Taking to Instagram, Phyna reflected on the pain of losing her sister, sayin…
I'm hungry. My children live in the city but they don't visit or check on me - Elderly woman caught stealing farm produce in Kaduna shares her sad story A Kaduna farmer, Flow Ginger, who has been lamenting over theft of produce from his farm, finally caught one of the suspects on Sunday. According to him, the suspect, …