…“The person that represented the southeast in that calculation left unceremoniously before the conclusion of the process, that left southeast disadvantaged and confused, and then immediately Peter Obi exited, it was as if that position that would have been given to Southeast was vacant. “Some beautiful names were dropp…

…identified the suspect as a person of interest and subsequently invited him for questioning. "During the course of the investigation, the suspect confessed to the offence. "Preliminary findings indicate that he allegedly lured the deceased to Kitty on the night of July 6, 2026, where the fatal incident occurred before…

…also defended his position towards Israel and allegations of antisemitic and anti-Zionist views. "The crazy thing is, people don't realize this, I'm actually...like the reasonable moderate," Vance said, when placing himself within what he called the "massive pro-Israel, anti-Israel debate in the US." "I think that's wh…

…state. He warned that Hisbah personnel had been mobilised to enforce the directive and monitor compliance. "The board has deployed its personnel to monitor compliance through routine patrols and enforcement operations across the state. "Anyone found violating the directive will face legal action in accordance with the…

…a significant geopolitical risk premium to crude prices, with investors closely monitoring developments around the Strait of Hormuz and the potential impact of further sanctions and military action on global energy markets. “I do not expect any major upward review in the local pump price of petrol because oil price is…

…Thomas Tuchel, defended his tactics after the Three Lions’ World Cup dream ended in an agonising late defeat to Argentina on Wednesday. England appeared poised to reach their first World Cup final since 1966 after Anthony Gordon fired them into the lead early in the second half in Atlanta. But England then invited wave…

…More members of Madugu’s 25-player squad, including Osinachi Ohale, Jennifer Echegini, Toni Payne, Michelle Alozie, Halimatu Ayinde, Deborah Abiodun, Esther Okoronkwo, Francisca Ordega, Chinwendu Ihezuo, Omorinsola Babajide, Gift Monday and Uchenna Kanu, are expected to arrive in camp in the coming days. Drawn in Group…

…with introducing universal suffrage, the Mahmoud administration with championing the need for a new Legal Practitioners Act, and the Akpata administration with pursuing reforms of the judiciary and judicial process. Adekoya noted that Badejo-Okusanya had not previously held a national elective office in the NBA, which…

…civil society organisations by imposing excessive registration, reporting, auditing and monitoring requirements, often based on weak or outdated risk assessments. According to him, such measures divert scarce resources from humanitarian work, peacebuilding, human rights advocacy and efforts to prevent violent extremism…

…that the Oyo State kidnap saga ended happily despite the eight fatalities and the 56 agonising days it took to embrace the light at the end of what was, to all intents and purposes, a very dark chapter in Nigeria’s beleaguered history. The mass abduction, which took place on May 15, when terrorists raided three schools…

…controlled systems, and comfort. The political class and few of the private sector cronies of theirs live in this tier. The second tier is Nigeria of survival, marked by darkness, bad roads, insecurity, poor healthcare, and uncertainty where the large majority of Nigerians live”, he added. He accused leaders of priorit…

…have successfully retained the World Cup trophy, while several others have come agonisingly close. With defending champions Argentina edging England 2-1 to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, Lionel Messi’s side now stand one win away from joining football’s most exclusive club. Victory over Spain on Sunday would make…

…showpiece. England, meanwhile, will face France in the third-place playoff. Lionel Scaloni's side will head into the final with confidence as they seek to defend the trophy they won in Qatar in 2022. by Linda Ikeji at 15/07/2026 9:47 PM | Share this Story

…headed home Lionel Messi’s cross in stoppage time to seal victory for Lionel Scaloni’s side.

…Abuja (File No. AN 11352); a two-winged large three-storey building situated at No. 3 Onitsha Crescent, Area 11, Garki, Cadastral Zone A03, Abuja (formerly Harmonia Hotels Limited); Plot 683, Jabi District, Cadastral Zone B04, comprising a five-storey building (now luxurious Meethaq Hotels Ltd., Jabi, with 53 rooms/sui…

…usurping pirates. It’s not just another match,” Villarruel said in a post on X. The iconic match will take place against the backdrop of a lingering sovereignty dispute over the Falkland Islands, known in Spanish as the Malvinas, in the South Atlantic Ocean. “I’m not going to be politically correct or keep a cool head…

…in many cases. NPC Chairman, Dr Aminu Yusuf, announced the commencement of the Electronic Civil Registration and Vital Statistics system and the VitalReg platform at a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday. PUNCH Online obtained a copy of the briefing on the commission’s Facebook page. According to Yusuf, the platform b…

…He warned that excessive registration, licensing, financial reporting, auditing and monitoring requirements could force non-profit organisations to divert scarce resources from humanitarian work, peacebuilding, human rights protection and efforts to prevent violent extremism. Saul also said overregulation had led many…

…after enhancement, N5,950,000,000).A two-wing, large storey building situated at No. 3, Onitsha Crescent, Area 11, Garki, Cadastral Zone A03, Abuja (formerly Harmonia Hotels Limited), FCT, purchased in December 2018 at N7,000,000,000.00.Plot 683, Jabi District, Cadastral Zone B04, comprising a five-storey building (now…

…and other household essentials to help the couples begin married life. He added that a monitoring committee had been set up to monitor the welfare of the couples after the wedding and ensure the proper use of the items provided. by Linda Ikeji at 15/07/2026 2:08 PM | Share this Story

…of Education, OyoThe professor clarified he was not calling for a return to pre-colonial rule but urging policymakers to draw from indigenous African political philosophyFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government poli…

…magnificent traditional attire. Alamin Muhammed Suleiman of Benjee Communication and Anthonia Agbasi of Chicadef Global Limited emerged winners in the male and female categories respectively, receiving cash prizes of ₦500,000 each. Guests were also entertained by celebrated live-band maestro Segun Johnson, while renown…

"The truth will prevail" MC Fish's new woman slams women who weaponise their hurt to destroy men after divorce Gbemi, the woman who is currently with MC Fish, has accused women of weaponising their hurt to bring men down when their relationships end. She took to her Instagram Stories to state that women are weaponising…

…the state. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Executive Chairman of KW-IRS, Shade Omoniyi, announced that the digital platform has become operational for all haulage operators and transporters across Kwara. According to her, the new system replaces the traditional practice of collecting haulage fees on roadsides and…

…no more death or barrenness in the country. She made the declaration during the commissioning of the Bwari Satellite Town Water Supply Network in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The project was among those inaugurated to mark President Bola Tinubu’s third anniversary in office. Prayer at water project inauguration…