…challenges. In its outlook for 2026, the NESG added that election-related spending, seasonal demand associated with the festive period, and relatively high energy costs could generate temporary cost-push inflationary pressures during H2-2026. “Howevaer, these pressures could be partly offset by continued exchange rate…

…(c) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) and section 108 of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act, 2015, to withdraw the charge originally filed by the police. The charge was accordingly struck out by the court. The incident prompted broad public outrage and drew condemnations from the Nigerian Bar Association an…

…the outcome of the 2027 presidential election. Atiku stated this while speaking with journalists on Wednesday, amid reports that Obasanjo had declined to endorse his presidential ambition. Responding to the former president’s position, Atiku said he was not concerned about whether Obasanjo endorsed him, recalling the r…

…The King welcomes the opportunity to see more of the Sussex family in a private and personal capacity. However, King Charles has made it clear that there will be no change to the Duke and Duchess's status, as they will remain private individuals and non-working members of the Royal Family. The couple, who currently res…

…were complicated by difficult terrain and an active fire at the crash site. Additional emergency teams were dispatched from Isiolo to reinforce the recovery operation. The aircraft, a Eurocopter EC130 B4, was en route from the Loisaba Wildlife Conservancy to the Ewaso Ngiro River when the incident occurred, civil aviat…

By Dickson Omobola National Chairman of the Peoples Redemption Party, PRP, Dr Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, on Wednesday said President Bola Tinubu will lose the 2027 general elections before 4 pm if the poll were credible, free and fair. Baba-Ahmed described the All Progressives Congress, APC, as a monster eating itself up, sayi…

…regions. Major foundations and supporting beams have been completed, while final bridge structures are being assembled. 258km highway takes shape The Federal Government is also constructing and dualising the 258-kilometre Makurdi-Otukpo-Obollo-Afor-Enugu Highway, one of the country’s key transportation corridors. The h…

…Agwu and Choima Onuoha. They were ordered to be remanded in the custody of the Correctional Centre for 15 days, pending the conclusion of investigations. Justice Ogazi ordered that they remain in custody until September 1, 2026, when the matter will come up for a report of investigation or possible arraignment. The fir…

…or actually received by the candidates. The development comes as the Independent National Electoral Commission published the personal particulars and credentials of the 19 presidential candidates and their running mates ahead of the 2027 poll, paving the way for the commencement of the presidential campaign on Wednesda…

…his replacement. “But to capitalise on the technicality presented to the Election Tribunal by the opposition party and later ruled upon by the Supreme Court, and now say that I should be replaced, was totally unbecoming and bogus,” he said. He alleged that those promoting the narrative were motivated by a desire to tar…

…did not emanate from the institution.There has been so much debate over Tinubu's educational qualifications, with claims that he did not attend any higher institution, and there are also unverified allegations over Tinubu's primary and secondary schools records.Okonkwo on Wednesday, August 19, said Nigerians should foc…

…192 minutes as José Mourinho experimented with how best to use the Portuguese international.Rather than operating primarily from the right wing, where he spent significant stretches earlier in his career, Bernardo has been used both centrally and further forward in midfield. His ability to play multiple roles gives Mou…

'They Can't Embarrass Me. I Spoke For My Fellow Bishops' - Cardinal Onaiyekan Fires Back At Presidency Catholic Cardinal John Onaiyekan has responded to criticism from the Presidency following his comments after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu, saying he has no reason to feel embarrassed by what he said. Speaking…

Arsenal to sign English-Born Nigerian Defender Ogunneye from Manchester United Premier League champions Arsenal are plotting a raid on Manchester United for their English-born Nigerian defender Habeeb Ogunneye, according to Telegraph Sport. Ogunneye played 21 matches on loan at Newport County last season before being r…

…Security and Civil Defence Corps, Akinsola Aderemi; and the state Commander of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Chigbu Odoemenam. They said the governor’s non-interference and support had contributed to improved security in the state. They said, “We have not seen where the governor does not interfere with the…

…a forensic investigation that will look into our processes, our procedures, internal control weaknesses that allow some of these things to happen, because the findings discovered that we indeed have additional fake agencies. “What is important is to establish what went wrong, how it can be prevented, and going forward,…

…Littoral Fury, in Cross River State as part of efforts to strengthen its operational capacity to combat piracy, sea robbery, illegal oil bunkering and crude oil theft. The exercise, organised by the Eastern Naval Command, is designed to enhance the combat readiness and proficiency of naval personnel in weapon handling…

…and strength, as well as the recognition and development of Delta State at the national and global levels. The PFN chairman also commended Oborevwori for organising the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit, describing it as an initiative capable of attracting investment and advancing the state’s economic developm…

…of quackery and ensure that certified builders did not lend their names or professional seals to projects they did not supervise. He acknowledged the challenge posed by rising construction costs, noting that increasing prices were putting home ownership beyond the reach of many families. Akume called for stronger colla…

…has the potential not only to unlock $50bn in investments but can also create an additional one million barrels per day of crude oil and condensate from deep offshore fields” The executive order, also known as Executive Order 9, is designed to improve the economics of deep offshore oil and gas projects by providing tax…

…charged by the supplierThe total amount he spent, covering installation and every additional item needed to set it up, came to N609,000PAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!A young Nigerian man has sparked conversation online after detailing exactly h…

…on the vehicle carrying 5-year-old Hind Rajab in Gaza in January 2024The IDF opened criminal investigations into Rajab's killing and the March 2025 deaths of 15 paramedics, but cleared three other high-profile incidentsWorld Central Kitchen slammed the IDF's decision not to investigate the killing of its seven aid work…

…for tea and coffee, to landing on the sand banks of a river for breakfast. It's a phenomenal experience," he said.The company also supported Loisaba Conservancy and surrounding areas with wildlife monitoring, animal translocations, and darting operations. Outram was further involved in tree-planting projects across dri…

…and reports of any security threat involving his convoy were bound to attract national attention. Osogbo, as the state capital, is at the centre of political activity in Osun State.Davido's swift denial suggests the family was keen to get ahead of what it viewed as a misleading narrative. The singer stressed that resid…

…a meeting of the CPC Working Group, a body linked to discussions on religious and communal security commitments.Plateau state under pressureThe Middle Belt of Nigeria has experienced repeated outbreaks of deadly communal violence over the years, with Plateau State frequently at the centre of clashes involving farming a…