…was convicted "of drawing a weapon and causing fear and terror, creating widespread insecurity, acting against people's physical integrity and national security in a manner that seriously disrupted public order". But according to IHR, Hosseini was accused of kicking one of the policemen, and the "authorities have prese…
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ondo State Command, has announced the arrest of a 20-year-old security guard in connection with an alleged burglary, housebreaking, and theft in Akure, the Ondo State capital. SC Daniel Aidamenbor, Public Relations Officer (PRO), NSCDC Ondo State Command, who said t…
…urging the Federal Government, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies to sustain the standard ahead of the 2027 general elections. The groups, which included the Arewa Consultative Youth Movement, Ohanaeze Youth Movement, Middle-Belt Youth Forum, Oduduwa Consultative Youth Movement,…
…in governance and mobilising support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bid for a second term in […] The post South West APC youth to converge on leadership, political engagement appeared first on Tribune Online.
…Scarlet Vas has announced that she and her husband, Tayo Ricci, are expecting their second child together. The couple shared the pregnancy news on Instagram on August 18 after keeping it private for some time. In a video shared on their page, Vas and Ricci, who already have a 19-month-old daughter, Silva, were seen spe…
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Imo State has called for the prosecution of Orlu LGA Chairman, Chris Mbarie, over what it described as inciting remarks against opposition members in the state, alleging that APC ‘s act of intimidating opposition parties and the electorate will no longer be tolerated. The party, in…
…and join what they described as the train of development under Governor Abiodun. The Secretary of the ADC in Ijebu East Local Government, Chief Michael Bakare, thanked Governor Abiodun for giving the people of Imobi the honour of having a traditional ruler, saying their decision to join the APC was a decision to leave…
…to revive Nigerian refineries and carry out reforms in the country’s petroleum sector. According to him, Nigeria needs more “mad men”—his description of courageous public officials prepared to confront powerful interests, dismantle dysfunctional systems and deliver measurable results in the country’s oil and gas sector…
…International Youth Day. The event, which brought together youths and representatives of security agencies, traditional institutions and civil society organisations, was held under the theme, “Same Different Contexts, Common Aspirations.” The commissioner said the approach of the 2027 general elections required greater…
…action to address challenges confronting Nigerians. She said Nigeria continued to face insecurity, economic pressures, youth unemployment, social fragmentation, climate-related challenges and humanitarian crises affecting millions of citizens. Hamza said, “These realities call for renewed commitment, collective respons…
…against political and digital thuggery as well as a police-youth dialogue on leadership, security and the future of young people. Aliyu said the initiative reflected the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to engaging youths and protecting them from exploitation. He said, “We have formally launched a long overdue ca…
…value of human testicles. The 17-year-old victim, named only as Rehan, was lured to a secluded area where he was stabbed to d£ath by the gang. Police in India said his testicles were kept packed in ice while they tried to find a buyer on the black market prepared to pay a huge sum. Cops probing the sick k!lling have ar…
…Yari further reaffirmed the board’s support for the transformation of Nigeria’s power sector under the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda. He said Geregu Power would continue to play a significant role in the power sector by supporting reliable electricity generation. The company said it would issue formal confir…
A former Zambian minister was killed during a security raid on a property linked to opposition leader Brian Mundubile, police have confirmed. Mutotwe Kafwaya was fatally wounded during what authorities described as an exchange of fire between law enforcement officers and unknown individuals in Lusaka on Friday, a day a…
…elections coming up very soon. Two years ago during your Gubernatorial election for a second term, an Njemanze daughter and princess campaigned tirelessly with her own money, hanging billboards all over Owerri, running jingles on the radio and some newspapers adverts calling on Owerre Nshi Ise and surrounding cities to…
…allegedly dressed in a DSS tactical uniform and had a fake pistol in his possession. A security source said the suspect had been using the uniform and weapon to intimidate commuters and motorists, and allegedly extort money from them. The source said Maiye, who claimed to be from Agbajojun Village in the Mopamuro Local…
…operation in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. The troops, operating under Sector 8 of Operation ENDURING PEACE as part of Operation HARD KNOCK, launched the operation following credible intelligence of a planned attack on Mwar Community in Chakfem Kingdom. The intelligence received on August 19, 2026, indi…
…catalogue money dey go All of una Dey craze and una mama." He later followed up with a second post about Hilda's food.Hilda Baci's legal team take strong action against Seyi Vibez. >PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Seyi had made the claims while reacting to an industry ro…
…to enable more Nigerians to benefit from mortgage financing.7. Unavailable interim securityApplicants seeking construction loans or loans for outright property purchases are required to provide interim security.This may include a Certificate of Occupancy or relevant land registration documents. Failure to provide the r…
…statement jointly signed by the group’s National Chairman, Yetunde Akinluyi and National Secretary-General, Kolawole Verrals, and issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Tunji Oguntuase, at the conclusion of its monthly meeting in Lagos State on Tuesday. A copy of the statement was made available to PUNCH Online on…
…added that Baptiste, 41, was "in good health". A spokesperson for the Morocco Public Prosecution Office confirmed the sentence and nature of the conviction, adding: "The British national is currently being held at the local prison in Marrakech, where he is serving a custodial sentence following a court judgment against…
…directed the police to return the case file to the office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) for legal advice.She adjourned the matter until October 2 for further mention. The Prosecution Counsel, Insp. Godwin Ato, told the court that investigation into the matter was still ongoing and requested an adjournmen…
…of several underground tunnels in which miners were operating", the Baboua public prosecutor said in a statement, announcing a judicial inquiry had been opened. "At this stage, it's difficult for us to establish a formal toll," Baboua local official Laurent Ngon Baba told AFP earlier on Wednesday. Cedric Mbango, a mi…
…The former vice president has pursued the presidency of Nigeria for decades, and has secured a ticket for another run in 2027. His political journey includes serving as vice president from 1999 to 2007 and switching between various political parties. However, Atiku said: “Whether I win or lose, 2027 will be my last tim…
…litre. The petrol price movement reflects the dynamic nature of Nigeria’s downstream oil sector. Despite falling domestic petrol prices in Nigeria, Brent and West Texas Intermediate crude stood at $91.90 and $84.60 per barrel, respectively, at the time of reporting. Dangote Refinery: Nigerian filling stations reduce fu…