…on Tuesday in Abakaliki. Inyima maintained that his brother’s death had no political undertone, stressing that the deceased was not involved in any political dispute with anyone, contrary to insinuations in some quarters. He condemned those allegedly spreading unverified accounts of the incident, describing attempts to…

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…15 males and 12 females, were abducted from Gamji community before troops responded to a distress call on October 16, 2026. The Media Information Officer of the task force, Lt. Col. Aliyu Danja, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday. Danja said the troops, who pursued the terrorists along the Gangare-Kamba ax…

Nigeria’s cocoa bean exports to the United States rose sharply by 554 per cent to $142m in 2025, up from $21.7m recorded in 2024, according to the United States Mission in Nigeria. The increase highlights the growing demand for Nigerian cocoa in the international market and the potential for the country to earn more fo…

…reads: “The early identification of the case and commencement of contact tracing underscore the importance of established public health protocols, effective surveillance and inter-agency collaboration in responding to potential health threats. “FAAN is maintaining heightened vigilance across airport operations and will…

…Stella Ezinne Egotanwa, for allegedly defrauding 21 people of N8.29 million under the pretext of securing employment for them at a Psychiatric Hospital in Enugu State. The commission said the 45-year-old suspect allegedly collected the money from the victims between December 28, 2025, and June 30, 2026, using accounts…

…guidance from public health authorities if you suspect exposure.'' The Ministry reminded Nigerians that Ebola spreads through direct contact with the blood or body fluids of an infected person who is sick or has died, or contaminated materials. It added that the viral disease does not spread before symptoms begin. For…

…Sunday 26th April, 2026, and abducted the family members. The kidnappers allegedly demanded N270m ransom for their release. However, the family's return has been overshadowed by tragedy, as their son passed while in captivity. A journalist confirmed the development on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 after paying a visit to t…

…the threat of industrial action represented the collective position of SSANU and NASU under the Joint Action Committee, adding that the unions would not hesitate to take action if the management failed to resolve the matter. “We expect the university management and other relevant authorities to intervene urgently and e…

…was recovered deceased,” Oke-Osanyintolu stated. He added that the man’s remains were handed over to his relatives and members of the Hausa community for burial in accordance with their customs. The PS said the agency’s response team, working with the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, the Lagos State Neighbourhood S…

…a comprehensive list of over 500 degree programmes whose graduates qualify for an extended work permit after completing their studies in the country.The list is maintained by the DHS Student and Exchange Visitor Program under Homeland Security Investigations.US releases list of 500+ courses offering 3-year work permit.…

…million to N103.15 million, thereby strengthening the protection available to employees under the scheme.Lawani, however, disclosed that a committee comprising representatives of the management and the unions had been established to examine the consequential adjustments arising from the national minimum wage.He lamente…

…to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention. A check by our correspondent on the NCDC website showed that the symptoms below are drawn from the agency’s Case Definitions for Ebola Viral Disease (Version 2), posted on Sunday, May 31, 2026. The agency had not posted a new advisory at the time of filing this…

The Federal Government has confirmed a case of Ebola disease in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, and commenced contact tracing to prevent further transmission of the infection. The Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, disclosed this on Tuesday, following laboratory confirmation of the case involv…

…and two brand-new laptops. Peak Milk, a brand of FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria PLC rounded off its 2026 Back-to-School campaign, tagged "Back to School with Peak Love" in an experiential and consumer engagement event at the National Theatre, Iganmu, Lagos, bringing together thousands of children and families for a day…

…Muhammad Ali Pate said 44 close contacts had been identified and tracing was already underwayNigeria's disease control agency had earlier warned of Ebola import risk following a confirmed case in Kenya in October 2026PAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google f…

…regions required different financing tools and adaptation strategies.Nyangbe pushed for index-based insurance and blended finance as instruments to help farmers manage climate risks. He also urged the government to channel climate funds through commercial banks, using public money as guarantees to encourage lending to…

…who informed him of the confirmed case in the Federal Capital Territory. Kaseya commended Pate for promptly communicating the development, stressing that transparency and early reporting were essential to saving lives and strengthening the response to the outbreak. The appeal came as Kenya confirmed its ninth Ebola cas…

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…According to the PPRO, the suspect unalived one Salim Moh'd with a knife following a misunderstanding on October 18. "Operatives attached to 'A' Division Township, arrested one Isa Moh'd 'm' 20 years old of Abujan Kwata, Bauchi, in connection with a case of culpable homicide," the statement read. "The suspect allegedly…

…desperately tried to find her. Reflecting on the experience, she said the incident reminded her that Nigerians have a shared stake in the country, regardless of where they work. "The experience of that day, our own experience that we almost lost our lives, myself, my colleague, the crew members and staff members, shoul…

…of the Department of Public Health, Babcock University, Ilisan Remo, Prof. Oyewole Oyerinde, has lamented the poor state of Nigeria’s public health system, saying millions of Nigerians lack access to basic necessities, including clean water, decent housing and nearby healthcare facilities. Prof Oyerinde made this known…

…than 200 others were injured, all new members of the internal security forces who were undergoing training. Majed al-Nuzaili, spokesperson for the Yemeni armed forces, stated Monday on X that the Houthis targeted Shabwa with three ballistic missiles, and that the attack “struck a training center for personnel of securi…

Oyo State Governor and presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement, Seyi Makinde, has promised to introduce tax breaks for entrepreneurs if elected president in 2027. Makinde, who stated this while addressing party stakeholders at the APM South-South Town Hall meeting in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, monitored by our…

…It also disrupted terrorist concealment arrangements within the forested area, further undermining the group's ability to use the location as a safe haven for its activities. "Earlier, on 13 October 2026, the Guardian air asset tracked a group of 16 terrorists from the Mairari axis to a gathering of more than 100 terro…