…of State Services, Jonathan Kure, disclosed this on Tuesday while presenting the panel’s report to the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in Abuja. Kure stated that the panel recommended that one point four billion be paid to the families of 33 victims and forty-four survivors. The committee chairman added that…
…their two sons, Cody and Cooper.Hollywood icon James Handy dies at 81 Legit.ng earlier reported that renowned actor James Handy was announced dead after a frightening incident in his home. Handy was known for his iconic appearances on Top Gun: Maverick, Logan, Jumanji, The Rocketeer, and Arachnophobia. Details surround…
…and niece by his side, according to a statement from his agent, Zachery McGinnis, reports ABC News.George Takei mourns Walter KoenigKoenig's former Star Trek co-star George Takei shared the news of his death in a Facebook post on Monday, paying tribute to the actor beyond his memorable on-screen character."Today we mou…
…the chairman of the Committee, Jonathan Kure, on Tuesday in Abuja, when he presented the report to the Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the committee cited the causes of death to include “overcrowding, unsuitable detention condition, failure of duty of care, inadequate supervision”. It added that “fatalit…
…and the parties adopted their processes in the case. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that other respondents in the suit are the Inspector-General (I-G) of Police and the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) as the 2nd and 3rd respondents, respectively. When the case was called on Tuesday, El-Rufai’s lawyer…
…line. “The fallen line also landed on the vehicle that was burnt, and a spark reportedly ignited its tyre before the fire escalated within a short period.” Credit: Kwara State Fire Service. The fire service said the fallen transmission line posed an additional danger to firefighters responding to the emergency, prompti…
…Gyero community in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State. The assailants reportedly stormed the community at about 9:30 p.m. on Monday, October 26, 2026 and opened fire on unsuspecting residents at relaxation spots and nearby shops. The National Publicity Secretary of the Berom Youth Moulders Association, Rw…
…dead.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!As reported by Daily Trust, the Katsina State Police Command has confirmed the deaths of the Islamic scholar and his companion.Community thrown into mourningNews of the killing spread quickly through the community, with residents and…
…joint security team with stones and other harmful objects, while sporadic gunshots were reportedly fired from concealed positions. The troops subsequently applied necessary force to disperse the mob and restore order in the area. During the operation, David was arrested with one locally fabricated firearm and nine roun…
…body was found in a water pit in Badaromo village. He said the girl's grandfather reported her missing on October 23, prompting residents to search for her. The following morning her body was discovered in a small water pit behind the village on October 24. According to the PPRO, officers from Soro Division secured the…
…reduced trading activity among authorised market participants, Market Forces Africa reports.The decline in turnover highlights the challenges facing Nigeria's foreign exchange market despite efforts to improve dollar availability.Nigeria's foreign reserves rise to $55.2bnMeanwhile, Nigeria's external reserves continued…
…“The productive economy also faces constraints. Electricity and gas sector output reportedly contracted by approximately 11.6% in the first half of 2026, as generation fell from 5,400 MW in Q4 2025 to 4,454 MW in Q2 2026. Maximum lending rates stood at about 29.2% in August, while private-sector credit declined to 18.1…
…stronger government revenue. Figures from the Federation Account income distribution report of the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation, analysed by The PUNCH, showed that statutory revenue stood at N26.14tn between January and October, against a budget projection of N46.87tn for the period. The records w…
…PUNCH part of your everyday experience.Add us to your Preferred Sources “Following a report by the Village Head of Kwaimawa, detectives swung into action and arrested the suspect. She is now in custody as the investigation continues,” the statement partly read. In a separate incident, the police said a five-year-old gi…
…Residents say poor roads and weak phone coverage delayed the response. Photo >As reported by Premium Times, the police spokesperson Victor Mshelizah said search teams recovered additional bodies from surrounding bushes and the river over subsequent days. PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.…
Gunmen have reportedly murdered a prominent Islamic cleric, Sheikh Yahaya Masusuka, in a suspected targeted attack at his residence in Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State. Sources said the cleric was murdered by armed men who attacked his home in the town late Monday night, October 26, 2026. The circumstances surrounding the murd…
…was allegedly killed by their two stepbrothers in Cross River State, has spoken out. LIB reported that police arrested the suspects in connection with the alleged murder of Bassey Eno Ibiang in Yakurr Local Government Area of the state. The incident was reported to the police on October 25, 2026, based on allegations t…
…before sharing or publishing it, warning against the circulation of unconfirmed reports capable of heightening tension in the affected communities. The governor also expressed condolences to the bereaved families and the people of Binnari, praying for the repose of the souls of those killed and comfort for those affect…
…the participants to travel to Enugu and attack Christians during Sunday worship. It also reportedly describes the state as a land of “infidels” and includes sounds imitating gunfire. In the footage, the leader of the group was heard saying, according to the accompanying translation, “Give me AK-47 to go to Enugu, insid…
…defendant, however, pleaded not guilty to both counts. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the charge, marked FHC/ABJ/CR/699/2026, was filed on October 22 by the DSS through its counsel, Yusuf Afegbua. According to the prosecution, the alleged offences were committed in October 2026 in Jos North Local Governm…
…surrounding the deaths and determine their cause. According to Nigerian Tribune, reports indicated that the deceased man's wife was pregnant and had allegedly confronted the young girl over her relationship with her husband. The incident occurred as the couple was reportedly preparing for their white wedding, scheduled…
…Dam in Sabuwa Local Government Area of Katsina State on Saturday, October 24, following reports of terrorist activities in the area. He said the troops mobilised to the location and engaged the suspected terrorists in a gun battle, killing two while others fled. “During the operation, troops also rescued Mr Suleiman Um…
…of 2026, compared with 3.18 per cent in the corresponding period of 2025. He also reported that capital importation reached $10.37bn during the quarter, representing an 83.83 per cent increase year-on-year, which he presented as evidence of improving investor confidence. Shettima said the administration was pursuing re…
…with Yoruba nation activist Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, have reportedly been abducted in Kwara State.According to the report, the assailants forced the abducted members to renounce their community protection activities. The group was established to protect Yoruba communities in Kwara from attacks…
…was carried out between 1am and 2am on Monday, October 26, 2026, following intelligence reports indicating the presence of key terrorist leaders and fighters in the area. ‎ ‎The military disclosed this on Monday in a statement signed by the Acting Military Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North E…