…and through peace-building across society. “The church deserves accolades for its positive impact on the lives of several generations of Nigerians. As you gather for this year’s conference, I urge the church to intensify prayers for the peaceful and successful conduct of the 2027 general elections in Nigeria. As much a…

…to relocate to areas they considered safer to continue their legitimate economic activities. He called on the Kaduna State Government and security agencies to intensify efforts to tackle cattle rustling, banditry and other forms of rural criminality. The MACBAN chairman also urged the authorities to improve security al…

By Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — The Nigeria Police Force said on Sunday that its operatives arrested 262 suspected criminals, rescued 27 kidnapped victims and recovered 34 firearms and 375 rounds of live ammunition in nationwide operations conducted between September 5 and 11, 2026. Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Anie…

…to stop the total shutdown of the country’s 115 Federal Unity Colleges. Academic activities across all Federal Government Colleges (FGCs), Federal Government Girls’ Colleges (FGGCs), and Federal Science and Technical Colleges (FSTCs) face total disruption tomorrow, which was the original resumption date for the 2026/20…

…were caught up in a security scare after a Russian drone struck a passenger train locomotive near Ukraine’s border with Poland on Sunday. The incident occurred in Ukraine’s Volyn region, about two kilometres from the Polish border, when the drone hit the locomotive of a passenger service travelling on the Kyiv-Warsaw r…

…The terrorists fled into the surrounding area during the encounter, abandoning their captives. The troops subsequently rescued the three kidnapped victims and recovered a handheld communication radio reportedly abandoned by the fleeing terrorists. “The rescued victims are currently receiving necessary medical assessmen…

…Nnamdi Kanu’s call for a referendum on Biafra. Emerging reports indicate that representatives of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland – which are three of the nations that make up the United Kingdom – are set to sign a joint declaration demanding the right to hold independence referendums. The referendum, if successful…

…translate into equivalent increases in domestic petrol prices. He further said that effective regulation and forward planning were necessary to protect consumers and prevent further economic hardship. The National Publicity Secretary of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), Chinedu Ukadike…

The Ogun State Executive Council has approved a fresh package of infrastructure and economic development projects, including the reconstruction of major roads, construction of two general hospitals, a power-generation investment and the establishment of an agency to support micro, small and medium-sized enterprises. Th…

…the 53rd minuteCoventry City suffered a 5-0 home defeat to Brighton, their fourth consecutive Premier League loss without scoring a single goalFormer England pundits Lee Hendrie and Sue Smith both backed the referee's decision to dismiss Awoniyi during the routPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our…

…among others. Speaking on the intervention, the Managing Director and Chief Executive of NELFUND, Mr Akintunde Sawyerr, said the Fund was investing in the human capital required to strengthen the country’s development.Sawyerr said: “NELFUND is not simply providing financial assistance to students; we are investing in t…

…strengthening urban infrastructure and creating an environment that supports economic activity and social development,” Zulum stressed. His Nasarawa State counterpart, Abullahi Sule, who joined in the commissioning, commended the Borno government for embarking on the project, adding that it would serve the benefit of t…

…in Osogbo on Wednesday, September 9, where religious leaders were advised to take preventive measures against possible attacks. The development followed an intelligence report that terrorists were planning to spread insecurity to the southern part of the country, particularly the South-West, and create tension ahead of…

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…other sister security agencies, to the scene of the incident. “The team of security operatives has commenced an intensive search operation, with the surrounding bushes being thoroughly combed in an effort to locate and rescue the victims and apprehend the perpetrators,” Abubakar said. According to him, the Commissioner…

…barrels per day in August. It said the country met its OPEC quota for the fourth consecutive month, reflecting continued efforts by operators to restore affected production capacity and address operational bottlenecks. The latest increase followed the resolution of operational challenges involving the Single Buoy Moori…

…on communities through peace-building, empowerment, job creation and development initiatives. Through Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, Tompolo has played a prominent role in efforts to combat crude oil theft and other threats to Nigeria's petroleum infrastructure, helping to protect assets vital to the countr…

…provide 24-hour electricity, and make education free and accessible at all levels. The activist also promised to construct one million public mixed-income homes and reform tenancy laws to reduce the burden of advance rent payments. He was outlining the AAC’s agenda for the 2027 elections. “Our agenda is revolutionary j…

Samuel Jonah, a 38-year-old native of Ankpa Local Government Area of Benue State, who lost his three children on Saturday, September 5, 2026, speaks with PETER DADA about how their lifeless bodies were found on his farm inside the 32 Artillery Brigade of the Nigerian Army, in Akure, Ondo State Could you tell us the cir…

…state Commissioner of Police, Wilfred Afolabi, said the suspects were arrested by operatives of the State Criminal Investigation Department, Gender Unit, at a hotel in Obi, Obingwa Local Government Area of the state on September 7, 2026. Afolabi said the suspects had been transferred from the Central Police Station, Um…

…each year's new figures.The ministry announced the changes six months ahead of the effective date, giving employers across the province time to update their payroll systems before the new rates kick in.The

…he addressed issues affecting Muslim households and encouraged parents to adopt positive parenting approaches that aligned with Islamic values while remaining sensitive to the demands of modern life.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Beyond his scholarly work, those who kne…

…possible through intelligence-led policing and resilience in covert operations by detectives of the Bauchi State Police Command, in connection with a series of alleged kidnapping, rape, armed robbery and […] The post Bauchi: 53-year-old man arrested over alleged multiple kidnapping, others appeared first on Tribune Onl…

…residents of the state, among them Islamic scholars, describing it as reckless, provocative and capable of undermining family values. Confronted with the backlash, the APC chairman took to a 42-second video, posted on the Facebook page of the Director General, Press and Media Affairs to Governor Mai Mala Buni, Mamman M…

…banditry and terrorism, he would never have been entrusted with one of the most sensitive positions in the National Assembly,” he stated. The businessman, however, called for an investigation, stressing that he was not asking anyone to disregard the allegations or shield the senator from scrutiny. He said, “I am not as…