…ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!President Denis Sassou Nguesso said nationals of all African countries would no longer need a visa to enter his country from January 1, 2027.He, however, explained that the policy will be subject to minimal administrative and security conditio…

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy and leader of the All Progressives Congress in Osun State, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, has urged voters across the state to support the party’s governorship candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, in Saturday’s election. Oyetola made the call on Wednesday in Inisa, Odo-Otin Local Government Area,…

…Jaja, in a statement released on Wednesday, said the Legal Practitioners Act, 1962 recognises “Barrister” and “Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria” as titles applicable to lawyers called to the Nigerian Bar. Jaja explained that although the use of “Barrister” alone does not capture the full professional title, “E…

…have to sell players this summer to balance its books. Marseille’s fifth-place finish in Ligue 1 during the 2025-2026 season also means the club will not participate in the lucrative Champions League. On Tuesday, Marseille announced the departure of another Argentine player, defender Facundo Medina, to Bayer Leverkusen…

The World Health Organisation warned Wednesday that US President Donald Trump’s bid to overhaul child vaccination in the United States went against “decades of evidence.” Trump signed an order on Monday pushing for a rethink of school vaccine mandates and repeating calls for the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine to be…

…its small population and large cross-border workforce. Financial services and public administration remain important sources of employment. Croatia continues to recover from earlier economic difficulties, with tourism playing a major role in job creation. Youth unemployment remains a challenge. Spain has made considera…

…or hiding people who commit such offences. A representative of the Niger State Ministry of Justice, Shafa, described the judgment as an important development that could set a precedent for how similar cases are handled. She urged members of the public to report suspected cases of child abuse instead of allowing offende…

…brand attracted international attention as an attempt to move beyond simply importing finished phones and position Africa within the global electronics manufacturing value chain.Its manufacturing projects in Rwanda and South Africa became particularly prominent, although those activities date back several years and sho…

…luggage from check-in to aircraft loading and arrival, was unveiled at a technology modernisation briefing organised by the NCAA for airlines, ground handlers and other aviation stakeholders on Tuesday. Speaking at the event, NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, said baggage hand…

…compliance exercise. Akerele framed the development as a launchpad rather than a finish line, pointing to a strategy anchored on sustained investment in technology and partnerships well beyond regulatory requirements. “Our vision has always extended beyond meeting today’s requirements. We are building a financially res…

…the investors, government and host communities. The permanent secretary in the state Ministry of Tourism described the stakeholder engagement as a significant step towards building trust and ensuring community participation in the redevelopment of Obudu Ranch, Utanga Safari and other associated tourism assets.

…reports within one month, after which the recommendations would be presented to the Ministry of Environment and Water Resources, the Executive Council and the House of Assembly for approval. “The goal is that following this reform, we’ll have a restructured PSP programme that will have the necessary investment, the nec…

…with the incumbent governor and Accord candidate, Ademola Adeleke, defending his administration's record while his All Progressives Congress counterpart, Bola Oyebamiji, and the African Democratic Congress candidate, Najeem Salaam, unveiled their plans for the state. The APC candidate in the 2026 Osun State governorshi…

…WALE AKINSELURE, highlights Rotary’s strides in the global fight against polio, the organisation’s efforts to strengthen health systems and prevent future health crises, as well as the critical role of governments in sustaining humanitarian interventions In your Rotary journey, you have provided leadership in polio era…

…and you're seeing that very clearly. "We are intentional in investing in and organising our security architecture to prevent crime. But if there is a breach, you can run, but cannot hide for long. We must get you. You can't commit these crimes in Enugu State and get away with it. No way." Mbah also warned residents who…

…back, arms crossed, watching.I watched Richard's face.The smile thinned first. Then it vanished. The color drained from his cheeks. His eyes moved across the page once, twice, then darted back to the top."No," he whispered. Then louder, "No. He had no right.""Richard?" Moses said, sitting up. "What is it?"Richard didn'…

…By Wale Odunsi Four human rights groups in the United States have sued the Trump administration for "illegally sanctioning" individuals and organizations affiliated with the International Criminal Court (ICC). The lawsuit was filed in the Southern District of New York on August 11 by the American Friends Service Commit…

The PDP in Kogi Central Senatorial District inaugurated its 2027 campaign organisation under Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan's leadershipSalami Etudaiye was named Director-General, while Abubakar Yahaya Karaku was appointed Campaign ChairmanSenator Natasha charged the new team to pursue a house-to-house, polling-unit-b…

…mean he should neglect his own community. He spoke on Tuesday at a town hall meeting organised by Arise Television for candidates contesting Saturday’s Osun governorship election. Adeleke, who is seeking re-election on the platform of the Accord Party, was responding to questions on the controversial airport project, w…

…neither linked to nor contingent upon the activities of any student association or organisation,” it added. The Scheme consequently advised prospective corps members and students to disregard any information suggesting that payment of a levy to NANS or any other student association was required for NYSC mobilisation. “…

…report, there has been no official confirmation from his family, management, or any recognised industry authority.

…this on Tuesday at the International Conference on Security and National Unity, organised by Jama’atu Izalatil Bid’ah Wa Iqamatus Sunnah, in collaboration with the Muslim World League. The President said the government was committed to addressing Nigeria’s security challenges and promoting peace globally through collab…

…enforcement of the provision. "We have been holding meetings involving the NMDPRA, Ministry of Finance, and crude suppliers on the enforcement of this provision of the law," the NUPRC spokesperson said.In May, the NUPRC said upstream producers offered 68.7 million barrels of crude oil to domestic refiners in the first…

…Michael Phillips, the North Carolina man who claims to have the world's smallest p£nis, has booked an enhancement procedure after receiving thousands of dollars in donations through a GoFundMe campaign. Phillips, 38, is scheduled to undergo the procedure on August 17 in Charlotte, North Carolina, according to TMZ. The…

…- Nigerian doctor writes after treating 12-year-old girl subjected to 'hellfire punishment' over alleged N500 theft A Nigerian doctor, Tortiv Samuel Msen, has recalled treating a 12-old-old girl who was subjected to what he described as "hellfire treatment" after she was falsely accused of stealing N500 by the family s…