…does not yet know when he died or what caused his death, she said. Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage McFadden, who was born on November 30, 1968, grew up in Brooklyn and chose comedy as a way to escape the projects, according to an online bio. He debuted on HBO’s Def Comedy Jam in 1991, and after moving to Los Angeles, h…
…off during Norway’s 2-1 Nations League defeat by Portugal. As reported by BBC Sport on Sunday, Haaland signalled to the bench and was substituted in the 67th minute, with Jørgen Strand Larsen coming on in his place. The nature and severity of the injury are yet to be confirmed. The setback comes at an important time fo…
By MOSHOOD OSHUNFUREWA Nigeria has a long, painful, and largely unreported history with shares. The promise of ownership has repeatedly been used to separate ordinary citizens from their savings, and the consequences have rarely been visited upon those responsible. Between 2007 and 2009, an estimated N800 billion was f…
By Elizabeth Adegbesan Consumers’ sentiment plunged sharply in September 2026 as households grappled with intensifying price pressures. The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, in its latest Household Expectation Survey Report said that the overall Consumer Sentiments Index, CSI, dropped steeply to -18.7 points, down from -9.…
…of State Services (DSS) personnel, and Western Nigeria Security Network aka Amotekun officers, at the weekend in Owo forest, Ondo State, eliminated a senior leader of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), Abdussamad Ohida. Security sources said Ohida aka Anwar, who was on the verge of planning massive terrori…
One person was confirmed killed and seven others injured after unidentified gunmen opened fire on a commercial vehicle at the Bukuru Total Roundabout axis in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State. According to reports, the incident occurred at about 6:30 pm on Sunday. The vehicle, a Boxer bus conveying 20 tr…
…recovery picked up significantly at the end of the third quarter, fueled by a sharp rebound in industrial activity and sustained resilience across key economic pillars. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) report, released during the weekend, showed that the composite PMI rose to 53.0 poi…
…in Lagos State. NAFDAC disclosed this in a statement shared on its Facebook page on Sunday, adding that some distributors and retailers involved in the sale of the prohibited products were arrested. The agency said the enforcement operations were carried out at Ile-Epo Market, Ojuwoye Market in Mushin and Oke-Arin Mark…
…of Jemimah Dutse, a former All Progressives Congress Women Leader in Bauchi South. PUNCH Metro learnt this from a statement issued by the command’s Public Relations Officer, Nafiu Habib, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, on Sunday. Habib said Dutse was found dead in a pool of blood inside her…
Reality TV star, Segun Olusemo, popularly known as Sheggz, has again, addressed rumors surrounding his financial dynamics with women particularly his ex-girlfriend…
…operationalised new formations in four states, moving troops closer to vulnerable communitiesTinubu said construction of new barracks and depots is being fast-tracked across five states, with Osun already completedThe president also acknowledged the impact of a recent military pay increase on soldiers and their familie…
…the interviewer persisted, resulting in a bodyguard physically pushing him to the ground. Despite the fall, which reportedly damaged his microphone, the interviewer got back up and continued to pursue the artist. The media personality initially posted the video online to criticize the team's aggressive behavior and hig…
…President of the National Association of Nigerian Students, Akinteye Afeez, has urged Kaduna youths to support and protect infrastructure projects being executed by the state government, saying the facilities are critical to their education, mobility and future. Afeez spoke on Saturday during an inspection of some ongo…
…candidate of the Allied Peoples’ Movement in Oyo State, Bimbo Adekanmbi, on Sunday described teachers as the true builders of the nation as the world celebrates the 2026 Teachers’ Day. He pledged to sustain and strengthen the development of the education sector and the advancement of teachers, building on the solid fou…
…in covert operations, inter-agency cooperation, and the use of modern technology under Ajayi's watchThe analyst urged Ajayi to continue keeping the DSS out of politics and focused on intelligence-driven national security workPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Abuja, FCT - A public affa…
…for their childrenThe annual commemoration of World Teachers' Day was established by UNESCO and is observed every October 5PAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Four Nigerian state governments announced work-free or teaching-free days for Monday, October 5, 2026, in honour of World Teache…
…broadband covers 90% of Nigerians, only 27% own smartphones…Seeks long-term naira funding for telecoms infrastructure By Juliet Umeh The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has warned that rising data demand is putting pressure on Nigeria’s networks and called for greater investment in digital infrastructure.In a…
…the former Rivers State governor as dependent on public office. In a statement on Sunday by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the APC said Amaechi had been a beneficiary of public office for decades but had become “destitute” just three years after leaving office. The party also accused Amaechi of seeking…
…Warriors scored from the penalty spot in the 53rd minute through Emeka Obioma. Rivers United maintained their unbeaten start to the new season courtesy of a 2-0 victory over Ikorodu City at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt. Samson Olasupo gave Rivers United the lead in the 19th minute, while Chinemerem Ugw…
The Osun State Police Command has deployed tactical teams to the Oke-Baale area of Osogbo following recent cult-related violence in parts of the state capital. The command said the deployment was ordered by the Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Zungura, following incidents recorded around the Owo-Eba and Arowomole are…
…Naija prize has, after 70 days, produced friendships, romance, betrayals, arguments, punishments, disqualifications and some of the most unpredictable twists of the season. Now, nine housemates remain. Aikou, Barry, Bluethopia, Flora, Oyin, Ricky, Sheba, Temi Nkem and Tram will walk onto the finale stage tonight, hopin…
More than 40,000 women in Katsina State are expected to benefit from the Community Investment Fund under the Nigeria for Women Programme Scale-Up Project, as the state government formally commenced the disbursement of funds to eligible Women Affinity Groups. Speaking at the official flag-off ceremony in Katsina on Sund…
…a used condom and false lashes in her matrimonial bedroom after returning home unexpectedly from her mother's house. According to Joy, she had been staying in her mother's house in the final weeks of her pregnancy to escape the constant "frustrations" from her husband. She said the incident which occurred in March 27,…
…Enduring Peace (OPEP), have neutralised a suspected armed gang leader during an encounter with other members of the gang in Qua'an Pan Local Government Area of Plateau State. Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the deceased suspect, identified as Usman Ya'u, was arrested on September 30, 2026, during a manhunt f…
Akwa Ibom government announced a special declaration ahead of the 2026 World Teachers' Day celebration on October 5The state government set aside October 5 as a teaching-free day as part of efforts to honour teachers across the stateThe declaration signals Akwa Ibom's commitment to recognising the contributions of teac…