…opened fire at the wedding ceremony of his neighbor in Kano State, k!lling one person and leaving four others injured. The incident occurred at Tudun Yola Quarters of Kano metropolis, last weekend. The suspect, who was angered by the loud music, claimed that the noise prevented him from sleeping. Eyewitnesses said ther…

…party urged the IGP to invite Hunye for questioning and prosecute him for alleged impersonation. While maintaining that Senator Olamilekan remained its legitimate candidate, the APC, in the petition, urged the IGP to use his good offices to restrain Hunye from conduct likely to cause a breach of peace and violate the E…

…leader Benjamin Kuti explained that Poco Lee is currently on remand in a UK prison ahead of the court dateThe court's Admin Team Lead James Baker confirmed the hearing is open to the public but withheld precise time and courtroom detailsPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear hig…

…to brief him regularly on the progress of the rescue operation until all abducted persons are accounted forPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!President Bola Tinubu on Monday, August 25, ordered a coordinated rescue operation for victims of a mass a…

…order, were not immediately clear. When contacted, the Oyo State Police Command spokesperson, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, said he was aware of the attempted arrest but declined to provide further details. “I don’t have a comment. A press release is coming soon,” Olayinka told our correspondent in a phone conversation. Meanw…

…debate at any time and venue chosen by the governor, provided Otu would be present in person. The PDP candidate stated this while speaking with journalists in Calabar on Tuesday, in response to a challenge issued by the state Commissioner for Information, Ekpenyong Cobham. Sir Arthur-Javis Archibong…Photo Credit: Strin…

…Niger State. HURIWA condemned the reported abduction of women, children and elderly persons, describing it as “unacceptable and a serious violation of their fundamental rights.” The group also expressed concern over a video circulating on social media, allegedly showing hundreds of abducted persons. It, however, cautio…

…after the mother had booked a studio session to capture pictures in anticipation of the son's upcoming birthday. The situation escalated when the toddler allegedly refused to cooperate with the photographer's directions during the shoot. In reaction to the child's behavior, the mother reportedly produced a cane and beg…

…trauma, including a broken rib and a fractured shoulder. The remains of the deceased persons have since been laid to rest in Kutigi, the Headquarters of Lavun Local Government Area of Niger State, according to the Islamic rites. by Linda Ikeji at 25/08/2026 1:57 PM | Share this Story

…“You are not alone. The entire nation shares your anguish. We will not rest until your sons, daughters, mothers and fathers are brought back safely to you,” he affirmed. The president directed the Armed Forces, the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services, and all relevant security and intelligence agenci…

Mandate Nigerian newscasters and on-air personalities to wear made-in-Nigeria clothes and speak in Nigerian accents- Reno Omokri tells NBC Ambassador Reno Omokri has called on the National Broadcasting Commission NBC to make it mandatory for Nigerian newscasters and on-air personalities to wear made-in-Nigeria attire a…

…influencer Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has cleared the air over the reason for his invitation to the ongoing 2026 Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association. VeryDarkMan stated this on Tuesday while he spoke as a panellist at the conference in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital. In…

…excitement in what he has done. He has undertaken counselling which is looking at the reasons for his offending." Sentencing, Recorder Sophie Cartwright said: "Members of the public should be able to enjoy hobbies and get dressed afterwards without the risk of sexually motivated offending." Michalowski, of Wythenshawe,…

…the woman's death, the identity and role of each suspect and whether other persons were involved in the alleged illegal maternity-home operation. The case raises serious concerns over unregulated medical activities and the possible exploitation of vulnerable pregnant women. The Police are expected to work with relevant…

…Chima Iwundu for Isiala Mbano LGA; Hon. Offor Raymond for Okigwe LGA; Hon. Anyaeze Godson for Obowo LGA; Hon. Anyanwu Uchenna for Ehime Mbano LGA; Hon. Ajaelu Chinonyerem for Ihitte Uboma LGA; and Hon. Jude Obidiaku for Onuimo LGA. Also appointed as part of the campaign team at the LGA level were the respective LGA par…

…immigration crackdown is affecting families of serving military members.A DHS spokesperson confirmed in an email that Cristy Maryori Villafranca-Trejo "was removed from the United States" on Monday. Her husband, Army Sergeant Hedar Leonel Turcios Juarez, told ABC News that his wife, who is the mother of a six-year-old…

Atiku Abubakar's spokesperson announced a condition for his participation in any 2027 presidential debateAtiku accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) government of using opposition-only debates as a strategy to avoid public scrutinyThe former vice president has challenged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to a direct na…

…group or association had the legal authority to arrest, try, convict or execute a person based on suspicion, accusation, rumour or social media evidence. "Jungle justice is m#rder. It is not justice. It is a crime, and the Nigeria Police Force will treat it as such. It is illegal. Nigeria operates under the rule of law…

…The Borgu Emirate confirmed the death of the District Head and another illustrious son in a statement issued on Sunday, August 23, 2026 by Ibrahim Toriq Abubakar. "The Borgu Emirate mourns the painful loss of two great sons and princes of the Emirate: Alhaji Garba Alhassan (Tafidan Borgu) and Alhaji Ahmed Yusuf (Magaji…

…got married to me in 2015, finally parted company today after she confessed that the reason why she have been going after me with weapons and sharp objects, majorly axes, knifes and has also raised her legs to destroy my s3xual organ, apart from taking me to court, for an unjust course and also locking me outside in th…

Woman reveals she still struggles to forgive her 15-year-old son after he accidentally caused the d3ath of his two-month-old sibling at age six A woman has shared the painful story of how her then six-year-old son accidentally caused the d3ath of his two-month-old sibling. According to her, the incident happened when t…

…that gospel singer Neon Adejo flirted with Alicia Big Brother Naija star and internet personality Ike Onyema has issued a warning amid the ongoing controversy involving photographer David Martins, his estranged wife Alicia Daniella and gospel singer Neon Adejo. In a post shared online, Ike appeared to criticise a Neon,…

…her journey in Nollywood and the challenges of balancing her career, family, and personal life.

…Jago's Message to SupportersIn his post, the socialite said he knows Poco Lee personally and believes the full picture has not yet emerged. PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!He wrote: "Seeing my brother go through such a serious and painful situation is heartbreaking. I kn…

…Investigation Department, Eleweran, Abeokuta, for further investigation. The spokesperson said investigators would work to establish the full extent of the alleged syndicate’s activities, locate the missing newborn and ensure the prosecution of any suspect found culpable. Reacting, the Commissioner of Police in the sta…