…Football Federation over a ₦12 billion intervention fundThe fund was released by the government in January 2024 to clear unpaid bonuses owed to players for over 15 monthsNFF officials have reportedly been summoned to the presidential villa as pressure mounts on the Gusau-led board to resignPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast w…

…of 33 states at high risk as water levels rise in flood planes in seven days The Federal government has issued a seven-day forecast warning of high riverine flood risk across 33 states between 19 and 25 August 2026. The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency said rising river levels are expected to trigger flooding in mu…

…executed an Afghan national convicted of the k!lling of police officers during anti-government demonstrations, the 30th in a wave of hangings since the start of the Middle East war, a rights group said. Ghaem Hosseini was executed after being convicted of involvement in the de@ths of four police officers, the Iranian j…

…commended the conduct of the recent Osun State governorship election, urging the Federal Government, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies to sustain the standard ahead of the 2027 general elections. The groups, which included the Arewa Consultative Youth Movement, Ohanaeze Youth Mo…

…struggled to navigate the route. In one of the videos, a man was heard calling on the government to fix the road, saying, “APC, we no dey collect money. Make una do our road for us. Tinubu, we no need money, make una do our road for us.” Some protesters also chanted, “All we are saying, give us good road.” Another resi…

…Congress (ADC) from Ijebu North, Ijebu East, Ijebu North-East and Odogbolu Local Government Areas of Ogun East Senatorial District into the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking at a meeting with the defectors in Abeokuta on Wednesday evening, Governor Abiodun, who described the APC as the party to beat in Ogun Sta…

…while substantially increasing Nigeria’s crude oil production. He noted that the three government-owned refineries should achieve a combined reliable throughput of at least 325,000 barrels per day, which is capable of meeting domestic demand and enabling Nigeria to export refined petroleum products. On crude oil produc…

…visit drew wide attention, with the combination of entertainment figures and government representation at the palace underscoring the growing cultural weight of Isese Day as a platform for celebrating Yoruba identity.Watch Sotayo Gaga at the Isese Day 2026 celebration:

…the board’s support for the transformation of Nigeria’s power sector under the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda. He said Geregu Power would continue to play a significant role in the power sector by supporting reliable electricity generation. The company said it would issue formal confirmation of the settlement…

…Deputy Governor, Murtala Sule Garo, has called for stronger data protection measures in government institutions to safeguard citizens’ personal information and sustain public confidence in government services. Garo made the call on Thursday while representing Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf at a Data Privacy Implementation W…

…the Njemanze dynasty in Owerri Municipal Council area in Imo State has urged the state government under the administration of Hope Uzodinma to obey a recent court judgement over Area K, Land which was won by the Njemanze family. She made the appeal following recent forceful encroachment on the land by alleged governmen…

…The source said Maiye, who claimed to be from Agbajojun Village in the Mopamuro Local Government Area of Kogi State, told investigators that his brother was a DSS operative who died several years ago. According to the source, the suspect identified his late brother as Monday Maiye and claimed that the DSS uniform and o…

…recovered AK-47 rifles, other weapons and ammunition during an operation in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. The troops, operating under Sector 8 of Operation ENDURING PEACE as part of Operation HARD KNOCK, launched the operation following credible intelligence of a planned attack on Mwar Community in Chak…

…opens portal for laptops, phones loansEarlier, Legit.ng reported that the Federal Government has announced the steps Nigerians must follow to access financing for laptops, smartphones, tablets and other digital devices through the Credit for Laptops, Internet, Connectivity and Knowledge Digital Devices (C.L.I.C.K.D.) P…

…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 Delhi on the Golden Temple Express when he was detained at Surat f…

…correctional centre for allegedly causing the d3ath of two children in Daudu, Guma Local Government Area of Benue StateThe police charged Ukerchia with culpable homicide and acts of terrorism. Magistrate, Mrs N.E. Kaka'an, did not take the plea of the defendant for want of jurisdiction and directed the police to return…

…Ogun State Police Command has reactivated Operation VELVET across the state’s 20 Local Government Areas as part of intensified efforts to enforce traffic regulations, improve road safety and ensure the free flow of vehicular movement on major highways. The operation, directed by the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunj…

…make me an example, but my message is not going to be one out of anger. "South Africa is government by the rule of law and we should not allow xenophobia and misinformation to determine how people are going to be treated. "We should all be guided by the spirit of Ubuntu. Throughout this ordeal, I have availed myself th…

…feed!Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues A US federal judge has rejected President Bola Tinubu's attempt to join a motion seeking extra time to respond to a court order compelling the FBI and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) t…

…of 90,000 bags of assorted grains to vulnerable households across the state’s 34 Local Government Areas, describing the intervention as part of efforts to cushion the effects of economic hardship and strengthen food security. The ceremony was held in Kaita LGA of the state on Wednesday, where he directed officials and…

…campaign expenditure limits prescribed by the Electoral Act 2026. Meanwhile, the Federal Government says it has spent N30.64tn to cushion the effects of its economic reforms since June 2023, while a veteran actor, Jide Kosoko, has explained why Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, cannot be moved for alternative tre…

…improved productivity, stressing that researchers, farmers, regulators, investors and government must work together to drive the industry’s growth. He identified precision feed milling, genetics and breeding, broiler production, processing, cold-chain logistics, standard abattoirs and value addition as critical areas r…

…had attempted to destabilize the country by calling on the military to take over the government from President Bola Tinubu. The children huddled in the dock during their arraignment; others stood outside the cubicle owing to limited space. Following their plea of not guilty, trial Justice Obiora Egwuatu granted each de…

…prospective applicants seeking grant funding under its EMERGE initiative, as the Federal Government steps up efforts to attract investment and support early-stage projects in Nigeria’s mining sector. The sessions will provide interested applicants with guidance on the funding opportunities, eligibility requirements and…

…projects being executed by the administration of Governor Hyacinth Alia and the Federal Government under President Bola Tinubu. The emerging development story is being driven largely by what officials describe as stronger cooperation between the state and federal governments. From the Wurukum flyover and Makurdi underp…