…he said. Speaking, former Governor of Zamfara State, AbdulAziz Yari, warned politicians against using insecurity as a tool to win the hearts of citizens. Yari said the fight against insecurity was a collective national responsibility that went beyond government and security agencies. “Let us encourage all political par…

…law will face criminal prosecution. The IGP gave this directive in a video message on social media. According to the IGP, the directive became expedient amid growing cases of extrajudicial k!llings and the circulation of videos showing alleged mob attacks across the country. He made reference to relevant provisions of…

…instead of acknowledging its achievements in other areas. He added that government officials and residents also had roles to play in preventing flooding. The minister also rejected suggestions that poor residents were responsible for major structural encroachments on waterways and other restricted areas. According to W…

…destination for international shipping.” Meanwhile, NIMASA, in a statement on its social media pages, said the lifting of the CoE was expected to improve port competitiveness, enhance vessel turnaround and schedule reliability, reduce additional security-related costs and strengthen Nigeria’s position in global shippin…

…statutory procedures, Ezeh said. The company also dismissed reports circulating on social media suggesting that Okechi had been m8rdered or that the incident was linked to sabotage. "I wonder why some people take pleasure in conjuring unfounded narratives and circulating them, thereby creating unnecessary tension and b…

…Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a self-styled luxury goods dealer and social media influencer, as he attempted to flee the country. The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), disclosed this while addressing journalists in Lagos on Tuesday 18th August 2026. Accor…

…state’s next governor, insisting that nothing can stop her ambition. Ogala, who is associated with the political movement of presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore, said she believes she is better qualified than other contenders for the position. She also spoke about her experience living in Abia State, drawing attentio…

…friends living in Ikoyi mansions with police escorts who still lacked personal financial independencePAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Davido has finally shed light on one of his most talked-about song lyrics, clarifying that his claim of once being broke was rooted in genuine persona…

…role in January 2021 to pursue swimwear design full-time. Molliebird Swimwear officially launched on 24 June 2021.Key Influencer AgencyLopez also co-founded Molliebird with a broader entrepreneurial goal, building a swimwear line that emphasises stylish, feminine designs promoting body positivity. The brand has gained…

…It said industry players had attributed the high prices to energy costs, naira depreciation, imported machinery and spare parts, transportation and logistics expenses. However, the FCCPC said it was testing those explanations against verified information on production costs, pricing, capacity utilisation and other mark…

…member Oluwole Oke will not return to the National Assembly, reacting to a social media post predicting the lawmakers’ political future. Davido made the remark on Tuesday in response to a post on X by a […] The post APC’s Fadahunsi, Wole Oke won’t return to National Assembly as long as I’m alive — Davido appeared first…

…“Information provided by industry participants has identified energy costs, depreciation of the Naira and its effect on imported machinery and spare parts, as well as transportation and logistics costs, among the factors contributing to cement prices. The Commission is testing these explanations against verified inform…

…taking place in the global economy. For much of the past decade, discussions about artificial intelligence centred on algorithms, semiconductors, GPUs, and data. In this piece, Abba Aliyu, Managing Director of Nigeria’s Rural Electrification Agency (REA), explores the intersection of AI, electricity infrastructure, and…

…crept into the industry when Afrobeats artists became richer and global. “Financially, it is a great time doing Afrobeats, but the relationship amongst artists is a failure. Between 2012-2013, we artists used to hang out with each other, but now everyone is on their own. When I recorded ‘Dami Duro,’ Wande Coal and a lo…

…act as digital companions, focusing on potential risks to children and teenagers. Like social media companies, AI giants are facing growing regulatory pressure, with Congress introducing multiple bills to regulate chatbots, and California requiring safeguards to be in place for assistants that serve as companions or co…

…Dr Adedeji Adeleke greeting fellow billionaire Razaq Okoya has gone viral on social mediaDavido's father was spotted bowing repeatedly while Baba Okoya stood up to receive him at what appeared to be a high-profile gatheringFans online have been drawing comparisons between Dr Adeleke's humble character and his son David…

…advantage for locally refined fuel.Figures published in the Major Energies Marketers Association of Nigeria (MEMAN)'s latest Energy Bulletin showed that the spot landing cost of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) reached N1,218.54 per litre as of August 13. Petrol landing cost rises to N1,218.54 per litre as Dangote Refinery s…

…to the family, they had already arranged a visa for Ogogo to travel to India for specialised treatment.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram! However, his current health condition has left doctors unable to clear him for air travel, stranding him in Nigeria without access to t…

…affecting banks’ access to its Standing Lending Facility (SLF).The local currency appreciated by N8.07 against the US dollar, with the dollar quoted at N1,349.54 at the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), compared with N1,357.61 on Friday. The movement represents a 0.59 per cent gain for the naira.CBN's new cash r…

…The commissioner gave the commendation on Monday while presenting a letter of appreciation to Abdullahi in recognition of her philanthropic gesture towards the renovation and furnishing of the police division. This was contained in a statement issued by the command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna, on T…

GistReel Social media activist VeryDarkMan has shared an update on Martician, the talented Nigerian boy he previously promised to sponsor abroad, revealing that the young inventor has secured a visa to China. Taking to his Instagram page, he disclosed the good news while recalling how he discovered Martician on Instagr…

…Black market (Buying and selling rates): N1,410— N1,420 The Nigerian naira appreciated against the United States (US) dollar, trading at N1,349.5372 at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) official foreign exchange (FX) window on Monday, August 17, 2026.Contents…Black market (Buying and selling rates): N1,410— N1,420 The…

…State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has disowned a social media report alleging that the agency uncovered a suspected drug bunker at the Taraba State College of Nursing Sciences, Jalingo. The command, in an official clarification signed by its Public Relations Officer, Mawoh Paul Voloh, on…

…Governor Biodun Oyebanji criticising the performance of his political appointees on social media has resurfaced online. The video has re-emerged as political activities and discussions ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections continue to gather momentum. In the footage, Oyebanji expressed frustration with some of his…

…Tukura has called out popular wedding photographer David Martins after his wife, Alicia Daniella, accused him of severe domestic v!olence. Martins' wife, Alicia Daniellaa, recently came forward with claims that she endured three years of physical, verbal, and psychological mistreatment during their marriage. In a forma…