Atiku Abubakar outlined his first 100-day security plan during a Hausa-language television interview on WednesdayThe ADC presidential candidate blamed Nigeria's insecurity crisis on leadership failures, citing Boko Haram, ISWAP, bandits, and IPOBAtiku also promised to restore the fuel subsidy, saying its removal had no…
…uncle in a ceremonial processionThe footage surfaced shortly after Davido's uncle secured a gubernatorial election win in Osun state, drawing online attentionNigerians flooded the comments section with reactions ranging from humour to surprise at the church appearancePAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source,…
…launching the Katsina State Development Plan, State Social Protection Policy, Multi-Sectoral Strategic Plan of Action for Food and Nutrition, State Nutrition Policy, General Household Survey Report and Statistical Yearbook, implemented by the state Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning through the Bureau of Statisti…
…Where has the subsidy money gone? Has it been used to improve healthcare, education or security? If I win the presidential election, I will restore the subsidy. And anyone who stole Nigeria’s subsidy funds must return the money.” “When I was Vice President, I gave many young Nigerians the opportunity to serve in govern…
…retired military personnel protested at the Ministry of Defence in Abuja despite heavy security deployment over the failure of the authorities to implement consequential pension adjustments arising from salary increases approved for serving personnel. The retirees had demanded corresponding increases in their pensions,…
…as "an empty boast." The minister had said he would have been in Osun State to help secure victory for the All Progressives Congress, APC, if President Bola Tinubu had wanted the party to win the election at all cost.Replying, Momodu said Wike's influence could not be greater than that of the Senate President and sever…
…It also identified limited access to affordable finance as a major obstacle to private-sector expansion. Private-sector credit stood at 21.3 per cent of GDP, below the 33 per cent Sub-Saharan African average and the 47 per cent average for lower-middle-income economies. PwC identified a financing gap between ₦500,000 a…
…senseless and unacceptable,” assuring residents that his administration would strengthen security measures to prevent further attacks. “This is not an attack on the community alone; it is an attack on me,” the governor said. “I pray that God will grant you peace and comfort. The police have said that some persons have…
…Balogun said. He added: “By offering 12 months of free Google AI Plus for the second consecutive year, we are removing financial barriers so that Nigerian students can master complex subjects, build in-demand digital skills, and compete confidently in the global economy.” Google said the initiative is designed to suppo…
…Champs winners encountered another kind of journey. A journey measured not in metres or seconds, but in 25 years of progress. They walked through displays featuring iconic devices, memorable campaigns, technology and cultural moments that have defined different generations of Nigerians. For athletes whose own stories a…
…addressed to the Sokoto State Government and signed on behalf of the State Director of Security, B. Abdulaziz. In the security alert titled “Planned Attack on Tertiary Institutions by Terrorist and Bandit Gangs,” the DSS said criminal groups were shifting their focus from primary and secondary schools to universities a…
…the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, under the US Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, on July 12, 2010. The front page of that document matches the screenshots exactly.The report examined how US professionals helped foreign politicians move large sums of money into American financia…
…of these cases, migrants are sent to countries they have no ties to or where they face security risks, leaving them with little practical option but to return to the places they were trying to escape.US publishes 32 names, photos of Ghanaian criminals to be deportedEarlier, Legit.ng reported that the United States Depa…
…in the Niger Delta and ETIN Power. This was made known in a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the deputy governor, Mr Friday Aghedo. The governor said his administration recognised the private sector as a critical partner in development, noting that the government’s SHINE Agenda was designed to improve infrastr…
…involved in a criminal case. The judge drew from her previous experience as a prosecutor, where she spent 13 and a half years handling criminal cases, including cases involving child abuse. ‘It’s Not Really Deleted’ Judge Kelly began her message by challenging the belief that deleting information from a phone automatic…
…Wike expressed satisfaction with the pace of work. Responding to concerns obout insecurity, the minister disagreed that crime had risen in Abuja. “I am not saying there are no one or two incidents of crime, but to say that armed robbery has increased in Abuja, I don’t agree. Very much, I will not agree to that because…
…Nations, Development Partners, International Financial Institutions, and the private sector to accelerate recovery and sustainable development in the state. Babagana Zulum made the call at the Council Chambers of the Government […] The post Zulum hosts 4th UN Offer meeting, seeks stronger UN appeared first on Tribune O…
…and suppress critical reporting. The warning followed the imprisonment and prosecution of several Malian journalists over their reports, public comments and criticism of the authorities. The IPI Africa Programme Lead, Nompilo Simanje, in a statement published on the IPI website on Thursday, said the development reflect…
…relationship after he gave her the "whole world." He further revealed that Peace was the second person to break his heart, saying all he ever wanted was to be loved. "BREAK-UP. I gave you my whole world, and you turned around and walked away like it was nothing. I never knew silence could be so loud until you stopped s…
…amid continued political exchanges following the Osun election, which Adeleke won to secure a second term in office. Olajengbesi also urged residents of Edo State to continue to hold Okpebholo accountable, saying such scrutiny was part of citizens’ responsibility in a democracy. “I equally encourage the good people of…
…a woman, considering how marriage takes so much from women. "Many took to the comment section to air their opinions. While some were for, others were against. Valid contributions, I must say. "But there was a particular comment from one man that caught my attention. As in, reading his take made me angry. "His argument…
…economy because of chronic gaps in the public electricity supply, with businesses across sectors depending on generators to keep operations running. Transport companies, manufacturers, telecoms operators, construction firms and other diesel-reliant businesses could see their operating costs climb if the price increase…
…Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!The Super Eagles failed to qualify for the last two consecutive FIFA World Cups, while the Super Falcons suffered a disappointing run at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations and subsequently missed out on a place at the Women's World Cup.NFF officials summoned to Aso VillaA separate repor…
…the university." Saanu said at no point has the Vice Chancellor been held by any security agency."Prof Ogunwole has not been arrested, detained, or invited by the police or any other security agency in connection with his official duties as Returning Officer or for any other reason." The university added that Ogunwole…
…claimed North Korea possesses 57 nuclear weapons, had suggested he and Kim were holding secret negotiations after announcing the US would downgrade its participation in military exercises held with South Korea. Asked whether Kim had responded to his request for a conversation, Trump responded: "Yeah, he has." Reports i…