…plying the Iyana-Ipaja/Iyana-Iba axis of Lagos are currently stranded as commercial bus drivers operating along the route embarked on a strike over alleged extortion by law enforcement and transport regulatory agencies. ‎Vanguard investigation revealed that the drivers were protesting alleged incessant extortion by the…

…the history of this federation, the Catholic Church has earned an impressive place as a driver of enlightenment through education and health facilitation, through human capacity development and through peace-building across society. “The church deserves accolades for its positive impact on the lives of several generati…

Lewis Hamilton eyes historic first Italian Grand Prix victory as Ferrari's first Black driver Lewis Hamilton will be aiming to write another chapter in Formula One history when he takes to the track for the Italian Grand Prix, hoping to secure his first victory and become the first black Ferrari Formula 1 driver to win…

…continuous learning and innovation are not ancillary functions, but strategic drivers of the UN’s effectiveness, reform and impact for Member States,” Dujarric said. “The UN chief invites Member States, UN entities, partners and all stakeholders to join in shaping the new entity’s future and strengthening its contribut…

…by the end of 2026, which would push its full-year appreciation to close to 12%.Key drivers behind the currency's recovery include higher oil revenues, growing remittance inflows, and increased foreign investor interest. These factors have also helped lift Nigeria's external reserves to $53.9 billion, their highest poi…

…and blamed for Prime and Netflix's exit. He then asked if Nigerians would now blame taxi drivers for the exit of Uber. He wrote: "That thing you people did to filmmakers when Prime left and netflfix cut investment, are you now going to blame drivers for Uber leaving?" by Linda Ikeji at 03/09/2026 1:04 PM | Share this S…

…the years. “There was no consultation or transition plan for the thousands of Nigerian drivers who helped build the platform,” the union said. According to Bolaji Fasomade, an investment analyst, Uber did not shut down because of Nigeria’s economy but because it could no longer compete effectively. “Uber isn’t shutting…

…by Petroleumprice.ng showed NNPCL selling petrol at N1,299 per litre in Ikeja, Lagos. Drivers in parts of Abuja are now paying as much as N1,345 per litre at NNPCL outlets.Fuel pump prices face fresh pressure as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz escalate. Photo: BloombergImagesAnalysts caution that prices could rise…

…Equip NASC to crack down on counterfeit seed, which breeders already flag as a major driver of crop failure. Protect farmers with the same urgency as other critical infrastructure, especially in Benue, Plateau, Zamfara, Katsina and Kebbi during planting and harvest. Build community and national seed banks to preserve o…

Tiger Woods loses license for 5 years after copping DUI deal Tiger Woods had his driver's license suspended for five years on Wednesday, September 2, after striking a plea deal in his DUI case. Woods pleaded no contest to a reduced charge of reckless driving and refusal to submit to a lawful test in Martin County Circu…

A commercial bus driver, identified as Ibrahim, slumped and died while conveying passengers in Ibadan. It was learnt that the incident occurred near Apete garage in Ido Local Government Area, around 6:30pm on Tuesday. Sources disclosed that the driver, who operated along the Apete-Sango route, crossed the Apete bridge…

…road every evening and collect between N200, N500 and more from taxi and commercial bus drivers plying the highway to the popular Watt Market. Some of the drivers, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the collection had become a daily routine, especially during peak hours when commuters troop to Watt Market for tr…

…covering roles across healthcare, engineering, and constructionNurses, physicians, train drivers, and electrical engineers are among the professions Austria says it cannot fill with local workers aloneForeign nationals who qualify in any of the 64 listed roles may be eligible for permanent immigration to Austria under…

A Nigerian-British taxi driver, Kolawole Erunkulu has been jailed for six years after falling asleep at the wheel and causing a crash that killed a 59-year-old man in Surrey, UK. Surrey Police said Erunkulu of Bexleyheath, pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving after his Audi crossed into a roadside layby…

Nigerian Uber driver jailed for k!lling another motorist in the UK after falling asleep while driving A taxi driver who killed a man on the A23 in Surrey after driving for prolonged periods has been jailed for six years.Kolawole Erunkulu fell asleep at the wheel shortly before 6.30am on Sunday, 17 August, causing his A…

…Integrated Transportation,” the permanent secretary described transportation as a major driver of economic development, noting its importance in facilitating the movement of people, goods and services. He described the ongoing expansion and rehabilitation of the country’s railway network as a rebirth of rail transporta…

…news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Depot Prices Fuel the PressureA key driver behind the pump-price increases is the cost of petrol at supply depots across the country, which remained high as of Friday, August 28, 2026. Data from the Daily Depot Price Intelligence Report showed Warri recording the high…

…NYSC members, along the route. The command had said 11 abducted persons, including the drivers of the two vehicles involved, were rescued following a joint operation by security personnel, while efforts were ongoing to locate and rescue those still in captivity. Families of some of the victims have since appealed to th…

…the three girls. The women were reportedly taking the girls to Adamawa State when the driver of the vehicle became suspicious because the girls do not look like them.The driver subsequently alerted members of his union, who then informed the police, leading to the arrest of the two women.It was gathered that the suspec…

…Niger State to report for her PPA. On her way coming back, kidnappers attacked her. The driver was killed. “My sister and the rest of the corps members were taken to the bush. Up till now, we have not heard anything. The police are not giving us any positive feedback,” she said. She appealed to the Federal Government,…

…State Police Command has commenced an investigation into the death of a 29-year-old Bolt driver, Emmanuel Effiong Ita, whose body was found in his Honda City vehicle along the Target–Udy King axis of Calabar on Friday. Saturday PUNCH gathered that Ita, a resident of Ikot Effanga Mkpa, Calabar, was discovered dead in ci…

…State, said he was introduced to car vandalism in 2022 after losing his job as a casual driver at a flour mill in Lagos. He said, “I was working as a casual driver at a flour mill in Lagos before we were disengaged. After the disengagement, it was very difficult for me to feed and I went to Ladipo Market to hustle. “It…

…Mohammed Bello Adams over their alleged involvement in the k!dnapping of a commercial driver, Idris Zakari Baba, and other related criminal activities. Iniedu said investigation by the police revealed that the victim was allegedly lured under the pretext of conveying Mohammed from Abuja to Zaria before being intercepte…

…to reduce fuel and transportation costs at source. “When petrol becomes cheaper, the bus driver spends less, the farmer moves produce more cheaply, the trader pays less for haulage, businesses face lower logistics costs and the savings travel through the economy to the family kitchen. That is the difference. Tinubu wai…

…Police reportedly found Sanders "in and out of consciousness" and slumped over in the driver's seat of a vehicle that had stopped in the middle of the road.According to police, Sanders performed poorly on a field sobriety test and smelled strongly of alcohol. Officers said he admitted to drinking earlier in the day an…