…someone willing to keep them together.""Likely be separated."That line hit like a punch.I zoomed in on the photo.The oldest boy had his arm around the girl next to him. The younger boy looked like he'd just been moving when the picture was taken. The little girl clutched a stuffed bear and leaned into her brother.They…

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Adewale Adeniyi, has urged Public Relations Officers of the Service to embrace strategic and impactful communication to strengthen public trust, support ongoing reforms and enhance the institution’s credibility. This was contained in a statement issued on Sunday a…

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining its partnership with the International Monetary Fund as it pursues ongoing fiscal and macroeconomic reforms aimed at restoring economic stability, strengthening public finances and supporting long-term growth. The commitment was made at a farewell dinne…

The Federal Road Safety Corps, Anambra State Sector Command, has recovered a double-barrel gun from the scene of a road traffic crash along the Awka-Enugu Expressway. The recovery was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by the Deputy Corps Commander and Corps Public Education Officer, FRSC, Osondu Ohaeri. Ohaeri …

Nigeria’s youngest chartered accountant, Osasere Okundaye, has said the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination is not excessively difficult to pass, arguing that the quality of education available to students has a greater impact on performance than lowering admission standards. Okundaye, a 16-year-old, spoke durin…

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Wasiu Olanrewaju-Smart as Special Adviser to the President on National Assembly Matters, House of Representatives. Olanrewaju-Smart succeeds Ibrahim Olanrewaju, who resigned to contest an elective post in his home state. “This appointment is with immediate effect,” Special Adviser to…

…Trade and Investment in Enugu. This was contained in a statement made available to PUNCH Online on Sunday. Bakrin said the high cost of production, rather than weak demand, was the biggest challenge confronting Nigerian manufacturers. “None of this is a demand problem. Nobody on this continent needs persuading to buy w…

One thousand more Ghanaian migrant workers would start returning on Sunday and Monday from South Africa, where there have been violent protests against migrants, the government said. Ghanaian authorities have already brought 926 people out of South Africa and have made outspoken criticism of the deadly events in the co…

The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, Musa Aliyu, SAN, has said that responsible data handling is inseparable from the Commission’s anti-corruption mandate, stressing that public trust depends not only on the Commission’s ability to investigate and prosecute corruption…

The All Progressives Congress has celebrated the first anniversary of Professor Nentawe Yilwatda as its National Chairman, crediting his leadership with restoring internal unity, strengthening party structures and positioning the ruling party for victory in the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued on Sunday by…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has said lasting marriages thrive on character, forgiveness and humility, warning that beauty and fortune alone cannot withstand life’s inevitable challenges. Shettima also stated that families are the bedrock of national development, urging parents to pass enduring values from one genera…

…From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram.As reported by The Punch, while some states are waiting for the process to conclude before deciding on a structure, Ondo, Kaduna, Anambra, Zamfara, and Abia have all indicated they intend to build on what already exists rather than start from scratch.Why…

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…after a woman publicly alleged that he abandoned her and their 12-year-old daughter. PUNCH Online reports that the controversy followed a viral interview granted to Feel Right TV by Ogechi Eleana, who alleged that the singer refused to take responsibility for their daughter, Azeezat. Eleana, a graduate of Lagos State U…

…the possibility of being posted to an unfamiliar and unsafe state. Speaking with Sunday PUNCH, she disclosed that she intended to seek redeployment if assigned to any state outside Lagos, Ogun, or Oyo, particularly those she considers unsafe. Olabisi said, “When I eventually get mobilised, and my call-up letter comes o…

Resident of Kum and spokesperson for the Berom Youth Moulders- Association, Rwang Tengwong, tells BIODUN BUSARI how gunmen invaded Kum and Wereng-Camp communities in Plateau State and killed nine members of a family Are you a member of the Kum or Wereng-Camp community? I’m a native of Kum. I’m the National Publicity Se…

…Donald Trump and the US State Department concerning Tinubu’s 1993 civil forfeiture case. PUNCH Online had earlier reported that Atiku accused the Presidency of scoring a “monumental own goal” by invoking China’s legal system while defending Tinubu against renewed scrutiny over the decades-old case. The former vice pres…

Seventy-three Public Relations Officers of the Nigeria Immigration Service have been inducted into the professional ranks of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations following the successful completion of the Institute’s Training and Certification Programme at the Service Headquarters in Abuja. In a post on X on Satu…

…scare as Prenga came out aggressively and caught the former world champion with powerful punches in the opening round. The Briton was knocked down twice, leaving fans stunned as Prenga looked to pull off a major upset. However, Joshua recovered quickly and showed his experience, responding with relentless pressure and…

Superhero movie fans will officially return to the world of Wakanda in “Black Panther III,” the newest entry in the Marvel film franchise, the studio announced at Comic-Con on Saturday. British actor David Jonsson will play the lead role in the film, due out on December 15, 2028. Known for his performances in the HBO t…

…established names also yet to find a fresh home following the expiry of their contracts, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Aribo, aged 30, became a free agent after his contract at Southampton, where he returned following a loan spell at Leicester City, expired without a fresh deal being agreed. The versatile midfielder, who…

Former Osun State First Lady, Alhaja Kafayat Oyetola, on Saturday expressed confidence that the All Progressives Congress would emerge victorious in the August 15 governorship election in the state. She said the APC candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, had the capacity to transform the state. Mrs Oyetola spoke in Osogbo while le…

…have remained visible in terms of campaigns and political structures. However, Sunday PUNCH notes that Adeleke and Oyebamiji have largely dominated the political space through the instrument of power. Many residents of the state have also blamed both parties for the unabated political killings, alleging that they have…

…from seeking proper medical evaluations and could expose them to serious health risks. PUNCH Healthwise reports that former Director-General of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, Julie Okah-Donli, alleged that some women fake pregnancies using steroids and later obtain babies to deceive…

Legend Hotel Airport Lagos, Curio Collection by Hilton, has expanded its meetings and events portfolio with the unveiling of the Herbert Wigwe Auditorium, a new conference facility aimed at strengthening Lagos’ position as a destination for business events. According to a statement shared with Society Plus, the facilit…