…Niger Delta and ETIN Power. This was made known in a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the deputy governor, Mr Friday Aghedo. The governor said his administration recognised the private sector as a critical partner in development, noting that the government’s SHINE Agenda was designed to improve infrastructure,…

…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 and other countries in recent years, and its precursor chemicals are tightly mon…

…Forum in Bamako. The institute also reported that Abdrahamane Keita of Le Témoin was detained on June 9 over comments he made during a live media programme concerning the security situation in northern Mali. IPI said Keita was charged with undermining national unity and the credibility of the state and disseminating fa…

…could see their operating costs climb if the price increase flows through to the retail level.The adjustment comes as global crude oil markets remain under pressure. Brent crude has recently traded above $93 a barrel, driven by geopolitical tensions linked to Iran and disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz. Movements…

…Vice Chancellor been held by any security agency."Prof Ogunwole has not been arrested, detained, or invited by the police or any other security agency in connection with his official duties as Returning Officer or for any other reason." The university added that Ogunwole "remains free, fully engaged in his duties as VC…

…Online website reported. It said he was a foreign national, without providing further details. But, the Norway-based Iran Human Rights (IHR) group said the 21-year-old was from Afghanistan and was hanged at Isfahan central prison. Mizan Online said Hosseini was convicted "of drawing a weapon and causing fear and terror…

…and join what they described as the train of development under Governor Abiodun. The Secretary of the ADC in Ijebu East Local Government, Chief Michael Bakare, thanked Governor Abiodun for giving the people of Imobi the honour of having a traditional ruler, saying their decision to join the APC was a decision to leave…

…of four million barrels per day by 2030. DAILY POST reports that the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria, PETROAN had challenged the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to walk the talk on the revamp of the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries. PETROAN’s charge came after President Tin…

…exploiting young people’s vulnerabilities by using them as tools for violence and societal disruption. According to him, the campaign would educate youths on the dangers of political and digital thuggery, empower them to recognise their potential and encourage them to become active partners in community safety and nati…

…- 20-year-old business student Zoheb Khan - alleged accomplice Aamir Qureshi, 18, and detained three minors. Prime suspect Zoheb Khan Aamir QureshiInvestigators allege Khan recruited the group and convinced them that testicles could fetch about 12 million Indian rupees (around £92,465) on the black market in the Gulf.…

…about the arrests and called on Zambian authorities to uphold the due-process rights of detainees. The European Union election observation mission also raised concerns about the vote-counting process, citing delays, weak verification procedures and a heavy military presence at some tallying centres. The circumstances s…

…delays to contact the bank for enquiries.Applicants can send their application details to info@fmbn.gov.ng, visit an FMBN branch office or contact their appointed Primary Mortgage Bank for assistance.The bank's guidance underscores the importance of meeting the NHF contribution requirement, submitting complete document…

A Nigerian national has died after he was detained and questioned by Railway Protection Force officials at Surat Railway Station in India, with the Government Railway Police launching an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. The man, whose identity was not disclosed, was travelling from Mumbai to…

…jointly signed 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.…

…a UK Foreign Office spokesperson said: "We are supporting a British national who is detained in Morocco and are in contact with the authorities." by Linda Ikeji at 20/08/2026 9:23 AM | Share this Story

…Present at the meeting were key national and zonal leaders, including National Secretary Saadatu Mohammed Sanni, National Director of Administration and HR, Mrs Aisha Aliyu Abdulrahman and National Director of Operations, Hon. Francis Nnodi. Others were the Director of Mobilisation and Outreach, Rev. Victor Ekam; and z…

…of FBI and DEA drug recordsA Washington lobbying firm hired by Atiku Abubakar published details of Tinubu's court filing and the judge's swift responseThe case stems from 12 FOIA requests filed in 2022 and 2023 seeking records from a Chicago her0in ring investigation in the 1990sPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a prefer…

…surrounding his death remained unclear at the time of this reportThe national secretary of the online grassroots forum, 25 Million Youth Awareness for Better Nigeria, led tributes to the late Dalhat, describing him as a kind-hearted and respected manPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! L…

…has dismissed reports that its Vice-Chancellor, Prof Joshua Ogunwole, was arrested and detained by the police in Abuja following the recently concluded Osun State governorship election. Ogunwole served as the Chief Returning Officer for the election. Read here: https://punchng.com/fuoye-denies-vcs-arrest-detention-foll…

…be partly offset by continued exchange rate stability, the lagged effects of tight monetary policy, and favourable base effects” it noted. While reviewing the Nigeria’s economy in the first half 2026, H1’26, the NESG in its report titled “ Turning Potential into Progress,’ stated that the economy is expected to grow by…

…most significant justice-sector interventions in recent years. An Abuja-based lawyer, Etaba Agbor, Secretary of the NBA Young Lawyers Forum, said the partnership “represents a deliberate commitment to ensuring that children, particularly those from vulnerable backgrounds, have meaningful access to legal representation…

…for accessing the grants. “The sessions are designed to provide applicants with detailed guidance on eligibility requirements, available funding streams and the application process,” the notice stated. It added that the sessions would create an opportunity for direct engagement between prospective applicants and the te…

…brothers. We will accommodate you if you wish to come back,” he said. Earlier, the Secretary to the State Government, Emmanuel Meribole, said the ceremony was organised to honour the security commanders who had been transferred out of the state. Meribole said although the commanders had left the state, the impact of th…

…production, reduce construction costs and improve access to affordable housing. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja while declaring open the 56th Conference and Annual General Meeting of the Nigerian Institute of Builders. A statement by OSGF’s s…

…higher in your Google feed!A young Nigerian man has sparked conversation online after detailing exactly how much he spent acquiring and installing a power tank in his apartment as an alternative to the unreliable public electricity supply.The TikToker, who goes by the handle @potokipaul, broke down the full cost in a v…