…to run for the governorship seat in Nasarawa state. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), reports that the senator was elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in 2023. He later dumbed the PDP and joined the ADC. Onawo cited manipulation and undemocratic process that characterised the ADC governorship…
…power sector. TCN urged host communities and the general public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities around transmission installations to security agencies or the nearest TCN office. The company stressed that protecting critical power infrastructure requires collective action to ensure a stable and relia…
…and quality of life.Australia shares how foreigners can find jobsEarlier, Legit.ng reported that Australia launched a dedicated website where foreigners can explore job opportunities and move to the country with their families. The platform walks applicants through the steps needed to find a suitable occupation that ma…
…have become a teacher had formal education been available to her at the right time.As reported by Daily Trust, despite being in her sixties, Furera said her drive to learn has not faded. She expressed hope that her decision to return to the classroom would persuade parents in her community to take their daughters' scho…
…for s£xu@l ass@ult against a child Love & Hip Hop: New York star, Sidney Starr, has reportedly been moved to a new unit at the Fulton County Jail due to her gender identity. The 37-year-old reality star (real name: Sidney Favors) was transferred to the vulnerable population unit of the Atlanta, Georgia, jail - which is…
…TikTok livestream prompted concerned viewers to alert emergency services. According to reports, authorities responded to his Miami home after receiving calls from people who feared he was in distress during the livestream. Officials later confirmed that he was safely taken to a local hospital, where he is receiving med…
…coordinated operations across Borno, Sokoto State, Zamfara and Plateau. An operational report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday revealed that the operations were carried out in the last 24 hours. The army said the operations also led to the interception of suspected Boko Haram family membe…
…known as Peller, and fellow TikTok personality Jarvis. Military sources told SaharaReporters on Tuesday evening, August 4, that the arrests followed intelligence indicating that the soldiers participated in an illegal deployment at the celebrity wedding held in Lekki, Lagos State, over the weekend. According to a top m…
…Boy, whom she alleged promised to buy her a Lamborghini but failed to do so after they reportedly had an "intimate" relationship. Watch the video below... View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) by Linda Ikeji at 05/08/2026 10:16 AM | Share this Story
…his defense said was an attempt on his own life. Upon being sent to the hospital, he reportedly told workers that he got drunk, became angry, and blacked out. When he came to, he said his girlfriend and son were d3ad. "Even with years of experience of police work under their belts, the responding officers were unprepar…
…or trees. NiMet further advised airline operators to obtain airport-specific weather reports from the agency for effective operational planning. “Residents are advised to stay informed through weather updates from NiMet. Visit our website,” it added. NAN
…wounds and was taken to a nearby hospital before also being arrested. Police were reportedly already involved with Chandler and his family prior to the shooting after they reported their 11-year-old daughter had been r@ped. Footage on the daughter's phone was found on July 15 and showed the alleged assault. However, Ch…
…have secured a cathedral in Funchal for their nuptials. Additionally, they have reportedly reserved the Savoy Palace hotel for their reception, with a source indicating, "Guests at the hotel have been informed that two floors will be unavailable on Friday and Saturday, along with several bar areas." There were also spe…
…Resolution 79/238. Prof Sa'id joins UN panel on nuclear war's impacts. Photo >As reported by Premium Times, the news of Professor Sa'id's appointment was confirmed through a publication by BUK's media unit. PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!The panel is expected to deliver…
…– N1,225 per litreRain Oil – N1,225 per litre.NNPC new petrol priceEarlier, Legit.ng reported that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) lowered petrol prices at its retail stations.This followed a reduction in the ex-depot price by Dangote Refinery.The refinery cut its gantry price by N85, from N…
…announces eligibility for Green Card applicationMeanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that the United States government published a list of eight categories of people who qualify to apply for a permanent resident card, commonly known as a Green Card.Eligibility ranges from family ties to US citizenship and employment…
…by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, FCDO, in its 2025-2026 Annual Report and Accounts, Nigeria’s allocation will drop by 50.2 per cent to £68 million in the 2028-2029 financial year, down from £136.62 million in 2025-2026 under a new three-year plan. The cut is part of a broader overhaul that will affe…
…attacking midfielder César Palacios. According to Reuters, García joined on a reported £34 million deal after progressing through Real Madrid’s academy and helping the club win the UEFA Champions League and LaLiga, while Palacios arrived for a reported £8.5 million following his rise through the Spanish club’s youth ra…
…face Egypt in Rabat, while Zambia will tackle Malawi in the other fixture. DAILY POST reports that Malawi currently tops Group C with six points, and Nigeria and Zambia are tied on three points in second and third positions, while Egypt occupies the bottom place with zero points. This means that Group C is heading for…
…the late world boxing champion Muhammad Ali and my coach when I was a boxer."The Punch reported that he recalled that Ali was known for provoking opponents with verbal taunts before a fight, a tactic designed to make them lose their composure before the first bell. "One of the things I learned from Ali is that before a…
…after the National Dialogue in December 2025. “The steering committee considered the report of the technical committee, and members were particularly happy with the progress made so far,” Salako said. According to him, the committee approved a financing framework to mobilise investments for healthcare electrification a…
…calls for improved welfare for military personnel. Recently, The PUNCH exclusively reported that retired military personnel gave the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, a seven-day ultimatum to facilitate an increase in soldiers’ salaries to at least ₦250,000. The demand followed an earlier disclosure by the…
…PUNCH Metro that officers were immediately deployed to the scene after the incident was reported. “Our attention was drawn to the incident, and our men were promptly deployed to the scene. We also recovered some spent bullet shells in front of the house.” When contacted on Tuesday, the Lagos State Police Public Relatio…
…independent watchmakers who offer "heritage-driven" designs. According to recent market reports, the luxury watch market in Ghana is expected to see steady growth through 2031, driven by rising disposable incomes and a growing preference for brands that reflect local identity [1] [2].However, the brand faces the challe…
…forced residents to flee into nearby forests for safety. Although casualties were reportedly recorded among the soldiers, the community said that when residents returned after the fighting, they found that none of the people, their livestock or other living creatures had been harmed. Convinced that their survival was a…