Rice prices drop to N48,000 per 50kg bag, benefiting consumers but hurting local farmersImported rice influx raises concerns over Nigeria's domestic rice industry's survivalRising production costs push local millers to shut down amid competition from cheaper importsPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, an…
Cameroon knocked Nigeria out of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in the quarter-finals with a 1-0 scorelineThe Super Falcons failed to reach the WAFCON semi-finals for the first time in the tournament's 14-edition historyNigeria will face South Africa in the African playoff to keep their 2027 FIFA Women's World C…
Armed men shot and killed Reuben Owie, the 85-year-old secretary of Iyowa community, at his home in Iguosa, Benin City, Edo StateThe attack happened around 8:15pm on Sunday, August 2, 2026, and was reported to police by the victim's sonThe Edo State Police Command confirmed the incident and said investigators are worki…
The NGX closed the week with the All-Share Index at 166,129.50 points, driven by broad gains across most sectorsFinancial Services stocks led trading activity, accounting for over 67% of total turnover volume during the weekNCR (Nigeria) Plc topped the gainers list with a 60.79% price jump, while Ikeja Hotel led the de…
"The man you are marrying is a married man, my husband" - Nigerian woman calls out bride on her wedding day A Nigerian woman, Tina Iengem Tindi, has called out a bride on her wedding day, accusing her of marrying her husband. The bride, Aondo Kadoon Rita and her husband had their traditional wedding on Saturday, August…
X announced it will stop accepting new applications for its Revenue Sharing programme from Friday, July 25, 2026The platform introduced the Original Content Rewards Programme, which pays creators based on qualified impressions from Premium usersExisting Revenue Sharing participants will receive three final payouts befo…
A lawyer, Damilare Adenola, has faulted the declaration by the Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, that no presidential candidate should campaign in Osun State ahead of the 2027 general election except President Bola Tinubu. Adenola described the monarch's declaration as unconstitutional, arguing that the rights…
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Gboyega Oyetola, has told Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, to prepare for defeat in Saturday’s governorship election, saying his endorsement of President Bola Tinubu would not save his administration. Oyetola spoke on Saturday while addressing All Progressives Congress stak…
A woman attending the ongoing Redeemed Christian Church of God convention at Redemption City, Ogun State, has shared how what she described as a joke during Pastor Enoch Adeboye's 83rd birthday celebration eventually became a testimony after she gave birth to triplets. The woman, who identified herself as a worshipper …
Bashir_GS made a promise to his younger brother at the start of 2026, tying a scholarship opportunity to his WAEC performanceThe younger brother sat for his 2026 WAEC examination and returned with excellent grades, holding his older brother to his wordBashir_GS took to X to share the update, admitting the pressure was …
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar said CBN survey data shows Nigerians are abandoning plans to buy homes, cars and household goodsAtiku said a single pot of jollof rice for a family of five now costs ₦29,578, consuming over 40% of the ₦70,000 minimum wageA statement by the ADC presidential candidate described Tinubu…
The UK government published its updated National Minimum Wage rates, revealing what apprentices are entitled to earn per hour in 2026Apprentices aged under 19, or those aged 19 and over in their first year, qualify for a specific lower rate separate from the general minimum wageWorkers aged 21 and over are entitled to …
Streaming services are reshaping entertainment consumption in Nigeria amidst competition with DStvMultiChoice faces subscriber declines as consumers migrate to affordable streaming optionsGrowing internet access empowers Nigerian viewers to create personalised entertainment packagesPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a pre…
The member representing Awka North and Awka South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Oby Orogbu, has empowered over 500 constituents with vehicles, business equipment, vocational tools and educational support aimed at reducing poverty, creating wealth and promoting self-reliance. The second phase of …
New Zealand offers over 10 different work visas, each with distinct requirements depending on your job, skill level, and purpose of visitSome New Zealand work visas require a job offer before applying, while others allow you to work in almost any role without oneApplicants can stay in New Zealand for as little as 7 mon…
Nigerian billionaire King Ochacho announced plans for a UK streaming session with content creator Peller that he claims will be the highest-viewed stream of all timeThe ambitious stream will feature 5 brand-new convertible Rolls-Royce cars, with Ochacho's sons also set to participateThe announcement follows Ochacho gif…
The Commissioner of Police in Kwara State, Ojo Adekimi, has commissioned the renovated 'C' Division Police Station in Oja-Oba, Ilorin, urging officers attached to the division to demonstrate greater professionalism and improved service delivery in line with the enhanced working environment. The state Police Command dis…
John Obi Mikel, the celebrated Nigerian football legend, is known for his illustrious career on the pitch, but his personal life is equally intriguing. At its centre is his stunning and business-savvy partner, Olga Diyachenko. She is a Russian entrepreneur and former model and has been with Mikel for over a decade.Form…
Singer, Paul Okoye, popularly known as Rudeboy, has reacted after his twin brother, Peter Okoye (Mr P), alleged that their late mother mistreated his wife, Lola, during the latest episode of his ongoing tell-all series on the P-Square family feud. In a post shared on his social media pages on Friday, Rudeboy appeared t…
Peter Okoye shared how his late mother visited from Jos and refused to see his infant son during a tense family confrontationHis brother Jude allegedly grabbed the baby's photo and called the newborn a b*stard, sending Lola out of the house in tearsPeter revealed he did not see Lola or his son for five months after the…
Rudeboy’s management has responded after Peter Okoye's latest allegations reignited the Psquare family disputeThe statement avoided confrontation and urged the public to focus on verified informationManagement insists the singer remains focused on music despite the controversy surrounding the Okoye familyPAY ATTENTION:…
Many unforgettable villains, sidekicks, and creatures have earned their place in pop culture for their unusual appearances rather than their traditional beauty. While some were designed to look frightening or awkward, others became fan favourites thanks to their humour, personality, or memorable roles. The most ugly ch…
The UK's qualifications regulator, Ofqual, has fined awarding organisation OTHM Qualifications £25,000 after finding what it described as serious and repeated failures in the way malpractice allegations involving colleges and training providers were handled. This was disclosed in a statement on Thursday on the UK Home …
Anambra State is one of Nigeria's leading commercial hubs in southeastern Nigeria. It borders Delta, Enugu, Imo, and Kogi states and is known for trade, manufacturing, and entrepreneurship. The richest towns in Anambra State, such as Nnewi, Awka, and Onitsha, continue to attract investors, businesses, and skilled profe…
OPay is a Nigerian fintech company that offers financial services to the banked and unbanked. The mobile money operator is licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Some financial services include mobile money transfers, savings, and bill payments. OPay bank has not sort code, but has a master USSD code *955# for …