…of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, disclosed this while answering questions from journalists on security measures and the enforcement of the ban on public horse-riding in Kano. The suspects were arrested following investigations into the destruction of properties during tensions surrounding horse-riding and public proces…

…by the Command’s spokesperson, Bright Edafe, copies of which were made available to journalists in Warri on Sunday. ‎ ‎The statement read, “On October 3, 2026, at about 0830hrs, the Divisional Police Officer, Otu-Jeremi Division, acting on credible intelligence shared by the DPO Ovwian-Aladja Division, mobilised op…

…T-shirt or call for a president to leave office did not, in itself, constitute a criminal offence. “No governor has the authority to criminalise peaceful political opinion. A slogan, a T-shirt or a call for a president to leave office is not, by itself, a crime,” the council said. It warned against using alleged offenc…

Poland striker Robert Lewandowski has broken Cristiano Ronaldo's record as the oldest player to score a hat-trick in the UEFA Nations League.The 38-year-old was on target three times as Poland thrashed Romania 6-0 in Warsaw. Lewandowski scored in the 24th, 47th and 86th minutes to complete his hat-trick and set a new a…

…origin at Union level, a classification that affects how asylum applications from nationals of those countries are processed across EU member states.The designation was published in the EU's official legal register and applies in 2026. The European Union has identified seven countries it considers safe for asylum appli…

…Government and people of Borno State. “I pray that Almighty Allah grant the deceased eternal rest and comfort their families. “The killing of farmers is not only an attack on innocent lives and livelihoods, but also on our collective efforts to achieve food security.” The minister assured farmers of the Federal Governm…

The former Zonal Women Leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Bauchi South, Mrs Jamima J. Dutse, has been killed by unknown assailants at her residence in Bauchi State. Dutse was reportedly attacked at her home before the assailants fled the area. Reacting to the incident, the Take-It-Back, TIB, Movement, Bau…

…Gbeganu, where they allegedly attacked residents, resulting in the deaths of two additional persons. The two victims were reportedly buried shortly after the incident. Confirming the development, the Niger State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, said tactical teams had been deployed to the affected are…

…a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Legit.ng journalist Victor Enengedi has over a decade's experience covering energy, MSMEs, technology, banking and the economy.Ikeja Electric (IE) has apologised to customers in parts of Lagos after five Band A electricity feeders failed to meet…

…Technician at Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemical FZEEjike earned a Higher National Diploma in Electrical Engineering before securing the position at one of Africa's largest refineriesShe shared her excitement and gratitude on LinkedIn on 3 October 2026, and her post drew warm reactions from colleagues and follo…

…tensions following a three-day warning strike by public servants under the Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council (JNPSNC). The council had threatened industrial action if the Federal Government failed to reduce petrol prices to N500 per litre and approve a new wage award for workers. The post ‘This govt doe…

Nollywood actress Ruth Kadiri has called on the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, to intensify efforts to tackle the circulation of fake and potentially harmful products in Nigeria. In a recent video she posted on her Instagram handle, Kadiri expressed concern about the safety of pro…

…High Court in Abuja, has ordered the remand of Arinze Nwogba, in the Kuje Correctional Centre for allegedly impersonating Prof Segun Aina, Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). Justice Salim Ibrahim, in a short ruling on Friday, October 2, 2026, held that Nwogba would be in custody pending t…

…Mantar in New Delhi. “Allegations of sexual harassment were made by three female journalists against police officers,” Delhi police said in a statement, promising “a fair and impartial enquiry.” In a video posted on social media, a complainant said that a police officer pushed and touched her “inappropriately.” CJP act…

…said Japan had lodged a protest with US authorities and called the crime “exceptionally brutal and vicious”. The government has urged the US “to provide maximum cooperation with the investigation, enforce stricter discipline among US military personnel, and take thorough measures to prevent the recurrence of similar cr…

…a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Legit.ng journalist, Ridwan Adeola Yusuf, has over 9 years of experience covering education in Nigeria and Africa.Elele, Rivers State - The management of Madonna University in Rivers State has expelled a group of nursing students following the c…

Donald Trump called on Congress to pass legislation imposing mandatory minimum sentences on 'Yahoo Boys' and other people who steal from government benefit programmesThe proposal would eliminate probation as a sentencing option and double prison terms for repeat offendersState and local politicians who knowingly ignore…

Naira Marley invited music promoter Sam Larry onto the stage during his performance at the 10th Supremacy Concert in LagosSam Larry's energetic dance moves quickly went viral, with fans dubbing his signature moves 'legwork' onlineThe stage appearance marked one of Sam Larry's first major public outings since surviving …

…on the platform. The video-sharing platform said the update is aimed at giving original creators a better opportunity to reach viewers, while improving the quality of content recommended through Shorts. In a statement, YouTube said its recommendation systems assess billions of signals, including users’ watch history, i…

…leaders of the ruling All Progressives Congress APC have petitioned the party’s National Working Committee NWC, demanding sanctions against a former Benue State Chairman, Mr Austin Agada, over his alleged role in the Nyesom Wike-backed Rainbow Coalition and his open support for candidates of other parties in the state.…

…State, representing Nigeria, have emerged as overall champions at the 2026 International Schools Debate Championship in Doha, Qatar. The team won four major trophies and 12 laurels after competing against students from six countries to clinch the biggest prize of the tournament, the Best International School Debate Tea…

The National Union of Road Transport Workers, Osun State Chapter, has raised the alarm over growing security threats along major travel routes across the country following the abduction of prospective National Youth Service Corps members travelling to their orientation camps. The union called on the Federal Government…

…feed!Pastor Odumeje has come out strongly against the notion that Nigeria's core national purpose is rooted in prayer, insisting the country must channel its energy into development, innovation and holding leaders accountable.His comments appear to be a direct response to remarks made by Apostle Arome, who had called o…

…requiring businesses to register AI marketing tools and clearly label automated promotional contentCompanies would remain liable for misleading AI-generated claims, while consumers could opt out of automated marketingDraft rules propose corporate penalties up to ₦100 million or 1% of annual turnover as Nigeria debates…

…critic's challenge came amid a growing controversy over Osayi's sermon at the International Eagles Conference 2026VDM also pushed back against Osayi's message by pointing to the apostle's decision to relocate his family to the United StatesPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear…