…assorted provisions. The suspects and recovered items have been handed over to 21 Special Anti-Banditry Mobile Police Regiment (21 SAB MOPOL) for further investigation and necessary action. The arrests form part of ongoing intelligence-led operations by troops under Operation HADIN KAI and Operation DESERT SANITY V to…

GistReel Nigerian social media activist Verydarkman has challenged Afrobeats star Davido to maintain the same level of political activism during the 2027 general elections that he displayed while campaigning for his uncle, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke. Verydarkman said Davido was previously vocal in criticising…

…maintained that a position would be taken after a thorough examination of the official results of the election. He also called on Governor Adeleke to rein in his supporters, alleging that APC faithful had been at the receiving end of physical attacks. He said: “The most important thing is to run every election with a p…

…the early-morning attack. The incident occurred barely 24 hours after campaigns officially began for the presidential and National Assembly elections. The attackers, who are yet to be identified, allegedly arrived at the family compound in large numbers, armed with guns, and set some buildings on fire. Thomas’ mother,…

…trillion during the period.This is according to data analysis of the companies' financial results obtained from the Nigerian Exchange.The figures showed continued growth despite persistent inflationary pressure, high energy costs and foreign exchange volatility.Nigerian Breweries led Nigeria’s consumer goods companies…

…ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!The Special Assistant to President Tinubu on Social Media, Olusegun Dada, shared a video of the meeting

…are questioning why the fundraiser was not organised by the deceased's family or an official traders' associationPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Nigerians are divided over a TikTok fundraiser launched to help repatriate the body of late businesswoman Blessing Orji, popularly known a…

…bills.According to Kosoko, Yayi even made arrangements to fly the actor to India for specialist treatment, but doctors ruled that Ogogo was not in a fit condition to travel.With the option of overseas treatment now off the table, Kosoko made clear that the industry's collective hope rests firmly on divine intervention.…

…Oladipupo Adebutu’s democratic right to aspire to lead the state, it is equally crucial to recognise that governing Ogun State is not the exclusive preserve of any single individual, family or senatorial zone. To suggest or act as though executive leadership must continuously revolve around specific postcodes ignores t…

…to Governor Douye Diri for consideration and approval. He explained that the financial implication of implementing the allowances would cost the government an additional N500m monthly across the three universities. According to him, the state government would commence payment of the wage increase, totalling about N2.25…

…change his commitment to serving them. “To my constituents, supporters, political associates and stakeholders in Kwara State and beyond, I assure you that while my political platform may change, my principles, my purpose and my commitment to the people remain unchanged,” he said. Mustapha’s defection had been widely ex…

…Akah away went viral online, triggering widespread banter and debate across Nigerian social media. PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!The footage drew mixed reactions from Nigerians, with some finding humour in the moment and others questioning what it revealed about the re…

…issues Prof. Chris Imumolen, the National Chairman of the Accord Party, has warned politicians and stakeholders to stop treating the party's internal leadership dispute as though it is tied to the Osun State governorship election.Imumolen insisted that the two are entirely separate matters.Imumolen backs Tinubu while f…

…felt across the state's APC structure. His death removes a figure who had long been associated with grassroots political engagement and public service in the state.No further details about the circumstances of his death or funeral arrangements had been disclosed at the time of publication.Read Jibrin's Facebook post be…

…after losing the World Cup final. The ban for Paredes, who grabbed Spain's Eric Garcia by the throat and pushed Gavi to the ground ranks alongside the FIFA sanctions for Uruguay forward Luis Suarez in 2014 as among the most severe in World Cup history. Argentina defender Nahuel Molina was handed a seven-game ban while…

…take the difficult decision to withdraw from the US Open this year. New York holds a special place in my heart. I was really looking forward to returning to play in that electric atmosphere, in front of a wonderful crowd," Sinner explained on his X account. The Italian champion must now continue his recovery without ru…

…of the ranking to cross the €2 billion threshold, largely bolstered by record commercial performance and the full-capacity operation of the renovated Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.In addition to leading in overall valuation, Real Madrid earned a Brand Strength Index score of 95.8 out of 100, marking the fifth consecutive y…

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has established a dedicated Artificial Intelligence Unit to strengthen the management of electoral data, voter registration and the transmission of results ahead of the 2027 general election. The Chairman of the Commission, Prof Joash Ojo Amupitan, SAN, announced thi…

…Governor, Monday Okpebholo. DAILY POST reports that Apostle Kassy Chukwu, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Digital Media, had in a video on Friday, announced that Davido has been banned from performing in Edo over his online altercation with Okpebholo during the Osun State governorship election. Reacting…

…electric vehicles continue to gain acceptance in Nigeria, Carloha Nigeria, the official franchise holder and assembler of Chery vehicles in Nigeria, has introduced the Chery Q, a compact electric hatchback designed to offer smart, practical and sustainable mobility for Nigerian motorists.The model draws inspiration fro…

…Square Garden in New York emerging as the likely location. But Fury has suggested in a social media video the blockbuster bout is in serious doubt due to Joshua's request for a bigger fight purse. Speaking on Friday, Fury said: "It doesn't look like they're going to sign the fight. It doesn't look like it's going to ha…

…for committing crime and to get justice for victims. "And in this case, it proved crucial." Upskirting became a criminal offence in England and Wales in April 2019 after campaigning by victims. See video below. PERVERT sentenced for upskirting a young girl at Cardiff shopping centre.Alex Allegretto, aged 39 fom Maesteg…

…child together. The couple got married in December 2024, Posting the good news on social media, Osi wrote;''From the moment you became a mother, @whitney.moka I have watched you discover a strength in yourself that still leaves me in awe. The patience, tenderness, courage and love with which you have embraced motherhoo…

GistReel Social commentator and businessman Isaac Fayose has reacted to the controversies surrounding the recently concluded Osun State governorship election, lamenting the alleged loss of lives and the huge sums reportedly spent by political parties. Taking to his Instagram page, Fayose claimed that 29 people had lost…