…values. He further advised, “Promote democracy. Promote stability. Promote rule of law. Don’t stigmatise any of your opponents.” Tinubu also appealed for magnanimity in victory for all political actors, regardless of party. He stated, “Anybody, any democrat, anybody in the political environment who cannot celebrate the…

…said. The traditional ruler assured that the Mwaghavul people would remain peaceful and law-abiding, stressing that “no amount of intimidation would force them to abandon their ancestral land.” Mutfwang also commended Plateau youths for supporting efforts to safeguard their communities and urged them to remain peaceful…

…African nations, according to immigration advocates.Concerns Raised by Immigration LawyersImmigration lawyers have described the use of third-country deportations as a legal workaround that effectively pushes asylum-seekers back towards the home countries they originally fled.In many of these cases, migrants are sent t…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has disclosed that a precursor chemical used in the production of fentanyl was discovered during the dismantling of a methamphetamine laboratory in a deep forest in Ogun State. Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that has driven a wave of overdose deaths in the United States…

The International Press Institute has raised the alarm over the growing use of cybercrime laws by Mali’s military authorities to target journalists and suppress critical reporting. The warning followed the imprisonment and prosecution of several Malian journalists over their reports, public comments and criticism of th…

…intelligence on a criminal network allegedly involved in the procurement, sale, and unlawful transfer of children. The Hospital is located in the Elelenwo area of the Rivers State Capital, Porthacourt, and is widely regarded as one of the high-profile health Centres in the oil-rich State. The agency in a statement rele…

…and urged buyers to desist from such acts or risk facing the full consequences of the law. “The Ondo State Command reaffirms its commitment to fulfilling its mandate of protecting lives and property, and ensuring the safety and security of residents across the state,” he said. The post NSCDC arrests security guard over…

…of the election, the groups said the Osun exercise should not be regarded as flawless. They called on INEC to conduct a comprehensive post-election review to identify shortcomings in logistics, voter accreditation, election technology, results management, collation and communication with political parties. They also de…

…arrest should be made, and prosecution should be followed in accordance with the law,” he said. Obiaku averred that it is unacceptable for a public official to suggest that any part of the state can be declared a political no-go area for opposition parties, pointing out that Council Areas belong to the people and not t…

Former lawmaker, Senator Ben Murray-Bruce, has sent an important message to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the revival of the Port Harcourt, Warri and Kaduna refineries. In a statement on Wednesday, Murray-Bruce, also called Mr Common Sense, told Tinubu to appoint bold, competent and result-driven individuals to revi…

…was fatally wounded during what authorities described as an exchange of fire between law enforcement officers and unknown individuals in Lusaka on Friday, a day after Zambia’s presidential election. According to the BBC on Thursday, police said the raid was carried out by a joint security task force and resulted in the…

…controversial posts about celebrity chef Hilda Baci following legal pressure from her lawyersLaw firm Olaniwun Ajayi sent a demand letter citing defamation and violations under the Cybercrimes Act, giving him 3 days to complyHilda Baci's legal team demanded a public apology, retraction across all platforms, and that he…

…by the group’s National Chairman, Yetunde Akinluyi and National Secretary-General, Kolawole Verrals, and issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Tunji Oguntuase, at the conclusion of its monthly meeting in Lagos State on Tuesday. A copy of the statement was made available to PUNCH Online on Thursday. According to t…

…offences, the police said, are punishable under Sections 222 and 230 of the Penal Code Laws of Benue, 2004, and Section 4(2) of the Abduction, Hostage Taking, Kidnapping, Secret Cult and Other Similar Activities Prohibition Law of Benue, 2017. by Linda Ikeji at 20/08/2026 9:27 AM | Share this Story

EFCC arraigns two for alleged unlawful supply of bank access codes in Lagos The Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, arraigned Gideon Bakpa Aghogho and Oscar Ebere Chukwuebuka before Justice F.N. Ogazi of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi,…

…message is not going to be one out of anger. "South Africa is government by the rule of law and we should not allow xenophobia and misinformation to determine how people are going to be treated. "We should all be guided by the spirit of Ubuntu. Throughout this ordeal, I have availed myself through all appropriate legal…

…have flooded Nigerian timelines following news of his arrest by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).The clips began circulating widely on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, after the NDLEA announced it had taken the influencer into custody. In the footage, KC Luxury was seen showing off a collection of high-end car…

…(DEA) to release records tied to allegations of drug traff1cking against him.Tinubu's lawyer, Christopher Carmichael, filed a notice of joinder at the US District Court, aligning the Nigerian president with the Department of Justice's request for a 10-day extension. Tinubu's 10-day extension bid rejected: "We surmise h…

…moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Tributes pour in for late Samaila DalhatAshafa Saulawa, the national secretary of the 25 Million Youth Awareness for Better Nigeria, was among the first prominent Katsina indigenes to react, sharing his condolences in a Facebook post on Thursday morning, August 20.Saulawa described…

…organised, transparent and inclusive manner,” Kabir said. The Chairman, Kaita LGA, Bello Lawal, described the intervention as timely and beneficial to residents, saying the Radda administration had also implemented projects in agriculture, education, healthcare and social welfare. “We are really happy with this initiat…

…The case also thrust into the spotlight the plight of children in conflict with the law: the shortage of borstal institutions that forces minors into adult detention facilities, and the persistent lack of legal representation for children from indigent families. The 32 minors remained in detention until a human rights…

…arrested by operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service in connection with the alleged unlawful importation of pump-action rifles into Nigeria. Justice Friday Ogazi ordered the remand of the suspects, who are Kenneth Mbonu, Kenneth Agwu and Choima Onuoha. They were ordered to be remanded in the custody of the Correctiona…

…spend on election campaigns compared with the previous statutory limits. Under the new law, a presidential candidate may spend up to N10bn, while a governorship candidate is limited to N3bn. For the National Assembly, the ceiling is N500m for a senatorial candidate and N250m for a House of Representatives candidate. A…

…and Civil Defence Corps, Akinsola Aderemi; and the state Commander of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Chigbu Odoemenam. They said the governor’s non-interference and support had contributed to improved security in the state. They said, “We have not seen where the governor does not interfere with the security…

…sentenced two men to seven years’ imprisonment each for conspiracy and membership of unlawful societies. The convicts, Moruf Okusanya, 40, and Babatunde Gafar, 33, were convicted on Wednesday on a four-count charge. The court held that the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt. Delivering judgment, Magist…