…in stagnant water The body of a 200-level student of the Federal University of Kashere (FUK), Gombe State, has been recovered from a statement water in Sabon Garin Yero village, near Kashere town, Akko Local Government Area of the state. The deceased was identified as Enoch Maisamari, a 28-year-old student of the Depar…
…during a meeting between the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, and the European Union Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Gautier Mignot, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja. According to a statement released by the ministry’s spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, the meeting reviewed progr…
AC Milan have confirmed that veteran midfielder Luka Modric has signed a one-year contract extension, keeping the Croatian at the Serie A club for another season. The 40-year-old joined Milan last summer after ending his 13-year spell at Real Madrid, signing an initial one-year contract with an option for a further yea…
…affecting their health, livelihoods and future. Chairman of the Council of Chiefs of Lasukugbene Community in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, Chief Zion D. Kientei, said decades of gas flaring and pipeline leaks had fundamentally altered life in the Niger Delta. He said communities that once depen…
Demands crackdown on non-state actors By Ike Uchechukwu, CALABAR The Igbo community in Cross River State has raised the alarm over alleged illegal taxation and daily harassment by non-state actors, warning that the situation is crippling businesses across the state. The concerns were raised during an interactive sessio…
…said. He further condemned the monetisation of politics, citing the EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, who alleged that some governorship aspirants spent between ₦20 billion and ₦30 billion during primaries. "If you are spending between ₦20 billion and ₦30 billion on a primary election, how much are you going to spend in th…
Marie Temara is an American model, influencer, and content creator. She is known primarily for posting content about being over six feet tall but has since ventured into diverse content, including dance, lip-syncs, and challenges. Her love life features men shorter than her, demonstrating that true romantic compatibili…
…the gang's operational vehicle. The operation followed a report by one Mr. Ikechukwu, who informed the Police that his wife, Mrs. Ikechukwu, aged 35 was abducted by armed men on Saturday, 11th July, 2026, while attending to customers at her shop. The kidnappers reportedly whisked her away in a white tinted mini-bus. Ac…
The UK government published official guidelines for foreigners who want to become British citizens through marriage to a UK nationalThe guidelines specify a mandatory three-year physical presence requirement in the UK before an application can be submitted to the Home OfficeApplicants can choose between a standard six-…
Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Cardi B and Nigerian goalkeeper Maduka Okoye were spotted together on vacation in Italy, wearing matching coloursThe sighting follows multiple previous appearances together, with fans and observers questioning the nature of their relationshipOkoye's baby mama has al…
Ex-Chelsea midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu to switch international allegiance from France to Nigeria Former Chelsea midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu is reportedly set to switch his international allegiance from France to Nigeria. According to Daily Post, the 22-year-old Galatasaray star has begun steps to switch his allegiance…
…Also speaking, the Executive Director of Resolve to Save Lives Nigeria, Dr Nanlop Ogburuke, said the scorecard would strengthen disease preparedness, prevention, and response at the subnational level. “There is little that can be achieved without the states. Health security can only be effective when implemented at the…
…Cross River State, Etubom Ededem Ani, and the Director of Public Prosecutions, Mr. Okoi Ukam, for their commitment to securing justice in the case by Linda Ikeji at 23/07/2026 7:21 AM | Share this Story
…He has now returned to school. Aminu was an undergraduate at Bayero University, Kano (BUK) when he had his first episode of acute psychosis. He heard voices telling him that people were watching him and planning to harm him. He became distressed and suspicious of everyone. He suspected his phone was being used to track…
…sought to be tendered by the prosecution in the ongoing trial of property developer Olukayode Olusanya and his company, Oak Homes Ltd, over an alleged N152m property fraud.J The judge fixed the dates on Monday, after hearing arguments from both the prosecution and the defence on whether four offer letters allegedly sho…
…Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid are listed below:Abia (Alex Otti)Anambra (Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo)Ebonyi (Francis Nwifuru)Enugu (Peter Mbah)Imo (Hope Uzodimma)
Argentina assistant coach Roberto Ayala was caught on camera punching Spain star Dani Olmo during the 2026 World Cup finalThe incident sparked widespread attention after footage of the altercation circulated online following the high-stakes matchAyala has since released a statement addressing what happened between him …
…that the 25-year-old didn't return to the club's training ground, according to Mirror UK. This comes just weeks into Cesar Peixoto's reign as manager. The Portuguese was brought in to replace Rob Edwards, who was sacked after Wolves were relegated from the Premier League by finishing rock bottom of the table. Arokodare…
Woman d!es after man falling from 12th floor of a building landed on her and survived A 23-year-old woman has died after a man fell from the 12th floor of a building and landed on her in Nagoya, Japan.The victim, identified as Houra Inaba, was walking with a friend in the early hours of July 19 when 29-year-old Shinsei…
…to growing speculation surrounding her friendship with Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, following recent public appearances that sparked dating rumours. The Grammy-winning artiste, who was recently spotted having dinner with Okoye and a group of friends at Gio's Restaurant inside the St. Regis Hotel in Venice, exp…
Alamin Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso shared graduation photos on Instagram on July 21, 2026, thanking GodThe former Kano State governor's son completed his degree at Nile University of Nigeria, not abroadNigerians praised Kwankwaso for keeping his son in the Nigerian school system, calling it unusual for a politicianFind it fas…
…operation.#Rajasthan #Tonk #Leopard #Wildlife... pic.twitter.com/jdcWumQISd"" upuknews (@upuknews1) July 20, 2026 by Linda Ikeji at 22/07/2026 1:17 PM | Share this Story
…this during a familiarization tour of quarry and mining sites in Ishielu and Ohaukwu Local Government Areas. The inspection, carried out alongside the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Barr. Samuel Nkwede, and other senior officials, was aimed at assessing compliance with mining laws, environmental standards and com…
…of blackmail and perverting the course of justice after she demanded £100,000 from the UK banker she accused of r@pe. The 26-year-old was sentenced at the District Court in Hong Kong on Wednesday, July 22, with Judge Adriana Noelle Tse Ching finding her guilty of blackmail and perverting the course of public justice. S…
…to rest? Today you are in Abuja, tomorrow you are in Kano, next tomorrow you are in the UK...Have you ever heard that I have left Warri? The small shop that Julius opened for me with only three hair, you will not allow me to sell and concentrate on my husband...everytime leave my husband...I will not leave him....Will…