…a boy, after 20 years of waiting. Her family members and friends announced the good news on Facebook on Friday, August 11, 2026. "Alhamdulillah Ya Lateef. 20+ years of waiting, praying hoping and trusting Allah... and finally the long awaited blessing has arrived. It's a baby boy," one Idris Rashidat Adamu wrote. "Cong…

You have to set boundaries - Father charged with abusing his 3-month-old daughter says it was 'training' A father was arrested after in-home video reportedly shows him abusing his infant daughter in Boone County, Kentucky, U.S. Shaun Webb, 36, was arrested on Friday, August 21, 2026 and faces ten felony counts of crimi…

…confided in his mother that he had a "demon take over" and was told to stab Heintz, CBS News Pittsburgh reported. Officials did not reveal a motive behind the stabbing and didn't say if mental history played a factor in Mosher's alleged attack."It is more of an unfortunate event, 18-year-old girl, young soccer star re…

My ex-husband punched me repeatedly one month and two weeks after childbirth - Nigerian woman opens up about her ordeal in an abusive marriage A Nigerian woman, Umeozor Chinwe Stephanie, has opened opened up about the alleged physical and emotional abuse she endured in her marriage. Stephanie, who shared her story in a…

Woman pleads guilty to k!lling newborn son found stuffed in trash bag A former University of Kentucky cheerleader pleaded guilty to manslaughter charges for k!lling her newborn son, whose lifeless body was found stuffed in a trash bag. An emotional Laken Snelling admitted to "ending" her baby's life in a Kentucky court…

…repeated commitments across multiple election cycles.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!As reported by Vanguard, he made this known on Friday, August 21, 2026, during an interview on Channels Television's Sunrise Daily."We've been signing this thing year in, year out; every…

Five female suspected terrorist logistics suppliers arrested in Borno Troops of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), have arrested five female suspected terrorist logistics suppliers in Ngurusoye village, Borno State. The suspects were intercepted at about 6:48 p.m. …

Arathejay Lyrics Bosompim by Arathejay is a faith-filled song about depending on God’s grace, seeking His help through difficult circumstances, and trusting Him to guide and sustain you, the lyrics reflect a lifelong struggle for opportunities and recognition while emphasizing that human effort alone is not enough with…

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Rivers State has called for justice and a thorough investigation into the attack and burning of the family home of one of its members in Ikwerre Local Government Area, Isaiah Thomas. The party made the demand after visiting the family residence of Thomas at Omuoko, Aluu, on Wedn…

…consumer goods companies by revenue Photo: BloombergImagesPAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Below are the top 10 consumer goods companies in Nigeria by revenue in H1 2026.1. Nigerian Breweries Plc — N803 billionNigerian Breweries led the ranking after generating N803 billi…

…session with the president on Friday, August 21, 2026.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!The Special Assistant to President Tinubu on Social Media, Olusegun Dada, shared a video of the meeting

…to anyone willing to donate towards the family's expenses.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Bebe Jewelry continued to trend after her demise in China while shopping. Photo credit@bebejewelryquestion the fundraiserWhile some social media users showed sympathy, many others r…

…out by call to register her concern for the ailing actor.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!He also named Senator Olamilekan Yayi as a key pillar of support, revealing that the senator has been shouldering Ogogo's medical bills.According to Kosoko, Yayi even made arrangemen…

Senator Saliu Mustapha, representing Kwara Central, has secured the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) senatorial ticket for the district, just hours after leaving the All Progressives Congress (APC). The PDP Kwara State chairman, Issa Bawa, presented the ticket to Mustapha on Friday, formally making him the party’s candid…

…traditional dancers and singers performing at full energy. PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Flute players serenaded Edochie as he made his way through the gathering. Gifts including kola nuts, a live goat, garden eggs, and wine were presented to him in a gesture steeped i…

…widespread banter and debate across Nigerian social media. PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!The footage drew mixed reactions from Nigerians, with some finding humour in the moment and others questioning what it revealed about the relationship between political figures and…

…and that no election result can determine its outcome.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!He stated this while speaking from Abuja in a statement made available to Legit.ng."Nobody should interfere with the internal leadership crisis of Accord. This is a matter before the co…

…In Kogi state, the restored constituency is Yagba West II.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!The party said it would conduct primary elections in all four restored constituencies as part of its preparations ahead of the elections that INEC's restoration decision now makes p…

…roles within the NCAA and the broader airline industry.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Kudu said the reforms under Najomo's watch needed to be assessed as part of a larger effort to reposition the industry, rather than measured against every hardship faced by passengers…

…result for Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!He called on all political stakeholders in Ekiti to put aside their differences, arguing that the state's contribution to the President's re-election depended on a united front.Oluyede sa…

…in Kano state, died on Friday, August 21, at the age of 76.Legit.ng reports that the news of the prominent elder statesman's passing was confirmed by Barau Jibrin, the deputy president of the Senate, who shared a tribute on his verified Facebook page shortly after learning of the death. He reportedly died after a brief…

…not lost a defamation suit in the United States in over 50 years. A spokesperson for the newspaper expressed disappointment with the decision, maintaining that the report was an honest mistake and stating that the organization is reviewing its legal options. Meanwhile, legal counsel for Spears stated that the verdict s…

FIFA suspends 3 Argentina players including 10 game ban for Paredes for World Cup final scuffle FIFA has banned three Argentina players on Friday, including a 10-match suspension for midfielder Leandro Paredes, for striking Spain opponents moments after losing the World Cup final. The ban for Paredes, who grabbed Spain…

World No. 1, Jannik Sinner withdraws from US Open with knee Injury The US Open has been dealt a major blow as Jannik Sinner the world No. 1 announced his withdrawal due to his right knee problem, after resuming hard-court training in Monte-Carlo.It will be a huge disappointment for the Italian, who was hoping to return…

Real Madrid retain title as World's Most Valuable football brand at €2.4 Billion Real Madrid have maintained their position at the summit of global football business, topping the Brand Finance Football 50 Report for the third consecutive year.The Spanish club's brand value surged 25% year-over-year to reach €2.4 billio…