By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The Federal Ministry of Education has dismissed reports alleging that suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists attacked the Federal Government Girls College (FGGC), Monguno, Borno State, killing students and attempting to abduct others. The ministry described the reports a…

…Legit.ng on Instagram.In a statement shared on Instagram, Churchill described the reports as “false” and urged the public to disregard them.He wrote:“The reports circulating online about a supposed divorce between myself and Roseline Meurer are completely false. There is no truth to them, and they should be treated as…

…it has not commenced registration for any N50,000 National Support Allowance.Legit.ng reports that a viral message in Hausa had claimed that the Nigerian government's N50,000 National Support Allowance registration is ongoing.President Bola Tinubu-led FG warns of fake N50,000 allowance registration scam. Photo Bola Ahm…

…£1.3m daily to keep the site running.The steelworks employs around 2,700 people and supports industries across North Lincolnshire, but has faced years of uncertainty.Strained UK-China relationsThe decision has already strained ties between London and Beijing. China’s commerce ministry said on Friday it “firmly opposes…

…plant in Amechi, Enugu, said prices have dropped significantly compared to June, NAN reports.According to him, LPG, which sold between N1,700 and N1,900 per kilogram in June, is now retailing at between N1,400 and N1,500 per kilogram, depending on the location within Enugu metropolis.In Lagos, a dealer, Saheed Ademola,…

Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, a man, Amadu Raheem Komba Gbandeh, who gained internet fame for his football predicting skills, has shared his predictionIn a recent Facebook post, Gbandeh, who had accurately forecasted 36 football matches, gave his pre-match analysis and outcome pred…

…to the ECOWAS, Amb. Olawale Awe, among others. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the high-level gathering brought together Heads of State, government officials, diplomats and development partners from across West Africa. The participants gather to discuss key regional issues, including peace, security, econ…

Nigeria's LPG imports skyrocketed 1,400% to 1.5 KT/d in June 2026, addressing severe supply shortagesDaily LPG consumption increased by 24%, with imports providing nearly 30% of total supply to meet demand.Price reductions in LPG offer hope for families amid rising living costs, but long-term solutions are neededFind i…

…to bandits and other criminal gangs blocked midway. Now that their channels through the ports have been blocked, they are again meeting their Waterloo at their escape land border routes. This is no doubt a massive win for our youths being targeted, public health, security and Nigeria 🇳🇬 as a whole,” the statement added…

…Abdulrazak Namdas as BCDA DG, he is yet to receive his appointment letter amid reports of a delay linked to the SGF's office. Photo Bola Ahmed Tinubu>The June 26 announcement, communicated through a statement by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, described the appointment as taking "immediate effect" and stated th…

…as several Super Eagles stars impressed in pre-season action on Saturday, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. New signing Afonso Moreira opened the scoring for Leverkusen with a brace inside the opening 27 minutes, before Christian Kofane added a third to give the Bundesliga side a commanding half-time lead. Boniface then stru…

…time before Jude Bellingham sealed the Three Lions' dramatic victory, per Yahoo Sports.The winger's performances at the tournament have drawn considerable attention to his development as one of European football's most exciting attacking talents, with his ability to create chances proving central to France's campaign a…

…the 1970s and, for Africa, with the exception of Nigeria, 80 per cent of the continent imports petroleum products. The continent depends more on imports, so the conflict had greater effects on other importing African countries, and it was so negatively impactful that Brent crude hit $120 per barrel; the last time we ex…

…artistic techniques, and symbols. If Oluyemi meant for them to look so similar, it supports the main idea of the ‘Rat Race Series’—that repetition is central. However, this approach can also be criticized, since the paintings sometimes look so alike that they lose their unique character. In ‘Train Aunty’, a painted phr…

The management of Joseph Prince Films has denied reports that popular TikToker and filmmaker Joseph Prince, popularly known as Joffy, has died, saying he is receiving medical treatment after he was allegedly stabbed during an attack by street touts. In a statement released on Friday on his official TikTok handle, the m…

…also accused him of hypocrisy, arguing that he had circumvented laws his party supports by pursuing surrogacy abroad.Luigi Pantisano of the Left Party (Die Linke) said the episode exposed a double standard, arguing that ordinary citizens are expected to follow the law while politicians with sufficient resources can see…

The Organisation of African Instituted Churches (OAIC) has expressed concern over reports that a proposed amendment to the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) Act could classify preaching in commercial vehicles alongside activities such as hawking. The statement was signed by Elder Israel Akinadewo, FCA, PhD, Preside…

…access to privileges limited exclusively to holders of diplomatic or service passports.The list was published by the Embassy of the Russian Federation in the UAE and covers more than 100 countries across Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Pacific. Russia has named the countries eligible for its visa-free entr…

…seamlessly into industry operations.” Stakeholders at the event said the initiative supports the implementation of the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Development Act and the Nigerian Content 10-Year Strategic Roadmap by strengthening the pool of skilled Nigerian professionals required to drive growth in the coun…

…peak summer holiday season, comes amid a sharp rise in cannabis smuggling through UK airports, with organised crime groups increasingly targeting school and university leavers, first-time travellers and young holidaymakers through social media. According to the Home Office, the number of cannabis smugglers intercepted…

…tickets for their 250 bookmaking clients round the world. Sportradar is a global sports technology company that says it creates immersive experiences for sports fans and bettors. Small said even if the numbers have surprised the company, they anticipated an increase because of the expansion of the tournament to 104 gam…

…fashion businesses rather than recording new music The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the two artists share a mutual respect as Rihanna has been very vocal about her appreciation for Davido’s catalogue. She once declared Davido’s hit track “Unavailable” (featuring Musa Keys) as her favorite song, having it o…

…Spain in Sunday’s World Cup final. Despite criticism following the semi-final defeat, reports indicate Tuchel retains the full backing of the Football Association and is expected to remain in charge through to Euro 2028.

…cautions members of the public against creating, sharing, or amplifying unverified reports, manipulated content or AI-generated images capable of misleading the public or inciting unnecessary fear. Citizens are advised to verify information through official channels before disseminating it. “Anyone with credible inform…

…living abroad are urged to check their passport expiry dates before travelling, as passports must generally be valid for at least six monthsFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! The United States government has reminded dual national citizens that they are legally required to use a valid American passpo…