…State as a major industrial hub. He stressed that the state’s abundant hydropower resources, vast solar energy potential and the availability of natural gas provide a unique combination that places Niger State in a strategic position for industrialisation and investment. Bago further remarked, “My administration is det…

…poverty and ignorance. As such, he urged governments at all levels to invest more resources in education rather than focusing solely on military responses to insecurity. Kukah said many of the security challenges facing Nigeria today stem from years of neglect of education, stressing that ignorance has become a major d…

…that he was introduced to the company in May 2023 through a friend and subsequently purchased one and a half plots. He said he paid N600,000 for half a plot in May 2023 and another N1m for a full plot in November 2024 but had yet to receive either allocation. “I was among those taken to the site on January 3, but up ti…

…Nigeria, where they could access free internet services, business training and other resources to grow their enterprises. “We don’t just put the certificate on the wall. It’s a continuous process, and we, as the U.S. Consulate and the U.S. Mission will be around for you as you continue to do this,” she said. Addressing…

…account for the vast majority of businesses in the country and remain the largest source of employment, but many continue to grapple with unreliable electricity supply and rising energy costs, forcing them to rely heavily on petrol and diesel generators. The initiative also aligns with the Tinubu administration’s Renew…

…a 72-senator body, Milei’s party backed down and removed the chapter dealing with land purchases by foreigners, which would have raised the limit on land available for foreign purchase from 15 per cent to 25 per cent. Nearly five per cent of Argentina’s territory — an area roughly equal in size to England — is under fo…

…Canadian study permits, making Nigeria one of Canada’s major international student source countries. The enhanced aviation framework is expected to further support educational exchanges, tourism, business travel, investment, and family reunification.” The ministry noted that the Nigeria–Canada Air Transport Agreement w…

Imo police arrest woman for allegedly brutalising 13-year-old girl in her care (video) Police have arrested a woman accused of brutalising a 13-year-old girl under her car in Imo State. Imo journalist and activist Chidiebube Okeoma, who disclosed this on Thursday, August 6, 2026 said he led a team of police officers to…

…on State Police organised by the Nigeria Police Institute at the Nigeria Police Resource Centre, Abuja. The IGP described the workshop as a timely platform for critical reflection on one of Nigeria's most significant security policy debates, stressing the need for police personnel to be well-informed as discussions on…

TV journalist recounts being slapped by an agbero while reporting in Lagos A News Central TV journalist has shared her experience after allegedly being slapped by an agbero while carrying out a street interview in Lagos. The journalist, identified as IBK, said she and her team were on the streets conducting vox pop int…

…the cost of university-based solar projects, subject to internationally bankable power purchase agreements and agreed project milestones. “We’re honoured to be able to present up to `$500 million in project finance. That will represent 90 per cent financing for solar power plants at universities, which will also anchor…

…performance indicators. “We are prepared to report what was received, what it purchased, which milestone was achieved and what improvement the user obtained,” he said. The NAMA boss also urged the National Assembly to harmonise existing aviation laws, pointing out that while the Civil Aviation Act currently provides a…

"That's why I don't come here" - Content creator, Asherkine claims he was stopped by UNILAG officials for filming without permission Content creator Asherkine has shared his experience after claiming he was stopped by officials at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) for filming on campus without permission. In a video, th…

"The audacity!" - Skitmaker, Maraji slams man who claimed TikTokers Peller and Jarvis' marriage won't last because of their age difference Content creator Maraji has reacted strongly to a man who claimed the relationship between TikTok couple Peller and Jarvis is doomed because Jarvis is a few years older than him. The…

"Even if you were taking from me, you should have at least been nice to me" - Peter Okoye releases Part 7 of allegations against Jude and Paul Peter Okoye has released Part 7 of his ongoing series detailing the alleged financial misappropriation that led to the breakdown of P-Square and his dispute with elder brother, …

…Inc.; Mark Zuckerberg, who left Harvard University to establish Facebook; Winston Churchill, who rose to become Britain’s wartime Prime Minister despite an unconventional academic path; and media entrepreneur Ted Turner, founder of CNN. Turning to governance, Obidike maintained that President Tinubu has demonstrated th…

…intelligence-generated explanation of what constitutes an insult to the Catholic Church and its clergy, Opata said such acts include public attacks on religious beliefs, vandalism of sacred property, disruption of worship services and hate speech directed at the Church’s moral teachings and clerical status. He question…

…subsidy, he gave N2 billion to each state of the federation, among other things, to purchase CNG buses and improve on the transportation of the state. “Osun State diverted that N2 billion. Up to this moment, they have not been able to account for the money. Number 2, we have been talking about the mismanagement of ecol…

…controversy surrounding the Okoye familyPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!The camp of Nigerian music star Paul Okoye, popularly known as Rudeboy, has finally addressed the renewed controversy involving the Okoye family.The response comes days afte…

…job.” The governor also urged voters to elect a leader who would effectively utilise resources provided to states by President Bola Tinubu’s administration. “We must vote for someone who will use the resources that Mr President has made available for states to develop the states, and I call on Edo indigenes in Osun to…

…should be overlooked as simple mistakes rather than serving as a constant source of bitter disagreement between the siblings.''I see that when fame comes, it affects people. They should not arguing because Jude deducted some money....Maybe it was a mistake. They are not small children. This whole thing will affect thei…

Trending video of Catholic priest destroying shrine with his bare hands A video of a Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Okunerere, dismantling a traditional shrine with his bare hands has sparked widespread reactions on social media. The footage, which has been circulating on various platforms, captures the priest, who is the S…

Prepare to sign your uncle as a dancer in your music band after his loses Aug 15 election- Gov Uzodinma replies Davido Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma has responded to comments made by Afrobeats star David "Davido" Adeleke, who called on an unnamed politician to give room for a free and fair governorship election in O…

…occurred at about 4:30 pm, on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, according to residents. Local sources said the assailants arrived in the community on two motorcycles armed with AK-47 rifles and headed straight to the POS shop. "They rode into the town on two motorcycles and went directly to the POS shop, where they opened fire…

…arrested Yusuf Zakariah, 17, a herder suspected to be connected with the incident. The sources said efforts are underway to resolve the dispute peacefully, with both parties currently engaged in negotiations alongside the Ardo, Muhammad Zakariah, under the supervision of security personnel. Operation Enduring Peace sai…