The Federal Government has barred Ministries, Departments and Agencies from awarding contracts or entering into any financial commitments without first securing the required budgetary approval and cash backing, in a move aimed at tightening fiscal discipline and enforcing compliance with procurement laws. The directive…

The Federal Government has approved a N50,000 annual ward coat allowance for pharmacists, medical laboratory scientists and 17 other categories of allied health professionals in 71 federal tertiary health institutions, with implementation taking effect from June 1, 2026. The approval, granted by the National Salaries,…

…of trailblazing women will equip them with the confidence, identity, and values needed to excel and contribute meaningfully to national development. The project team lead and archivist, Dr Oludamola Adebowale, disclosed this on Friday during the third edition of the HerStory of Nigeria project held at the St Jude Cathe…

…reconciliation under the so-called Rainbow Coalition, led by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, should be reflected in the lawmakers’ return to the Assembly complex. Nwuke said, “Well, as you know, the Assembly quarters would never be as conducive as the Assembly complex, which has all the faci…

…Consolidated Health Salary Structure (CONHESS), inaugurate the Boards of Management of Federal Health Institutions (FHIs), and fulfil other outstanding agreements reached with health workers, saying continued delays could undermine healthcare delivery and trigger avoidable industrial disharmony. The unions said the out…

…of its workforce and the confidence of its shareholders. Ayebae also acknowledged the Federal Government’s policy measures aimed at strengthening local pharmaceutical manufacturing, noting that the improved operating environment had enabled indigenous manufacturers to expand production and meet the increasing demand fo…

…Over to the Chinese,” which alleged that the country’s mineral resources were being ceded to Chinese companies. Bamigbetan said the claims were part of an attempt to discredit the minister following the revocation of mining licences belonging to Basin Mining Limited, an alleged Nigerian subsidiary of British-Australian…

…of Nigeria’s iconic music duo P-Square, stood before Justice Alexander Owoeye at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, facing seven counts of money laundering totalling ₦1.38 billion, $1 million, and £34,537.59. Flanked by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Jude pleaded "not guilty," s…

Former Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, has blamed parents, rather than candidates, for driving examination malpractice in Nigeria. Oloyede described their involvement as the most painful experience of his 10-year tenure at the examination body. Speaking during an intervie…

…former strongman leader is in regular contact with his lawyers as he awaits trial in US federal court. Shortly after Maduro’s ouster, the United States green-lighted his vice president Delcy Rodriguez as the country’s interim leader. She governs under intense pressure from Washington, which demands Venezuela open up to…

…on Nigeria’s Reform Journey.” Onanuga’s response followed Atiku’s criticism of the Federal Government’s economic management, in which the former vice president accused the Tinubu administration of fiscal recklessness, excessive borrowing, imposing hardship through the removal of fuel subsidy, and implementing tax polic…

The Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Olatunji Alausa, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to ensuring the safety of learners across Nigeria while unveiling measures to strengthen the Safe Schools Initiative through improved coordination, accountability and institutional reforms. Alausa gave the assurance…

…Armed Forces personnel with entrepreneurial skills and financial support as part of the Federal Government’s efforts to strengthen the welfare of military families and promote enterprise development.

…ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!In the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, the state-owned oil company also reduced the pump price by N15 per litre, with petrol now selling at N1,335, compared to N1,350 previously.NNPC releases new petrol prices nationwideA review of the…

Germany's Federal Office for Migration and Refugees has outlined the conditions foreign nationals must meet to secure permanent residency in the countryMost applicants must hold a valid residence title for at least five years before they can qualify for either of Germany's two main permanent residence permitsEU Blue Ca…

…2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after both players were suspended by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). The suspensions come after Nigeria’s hard-fought 1-0 victory over Zambia on Saturday, a result that helped the nine-time African champions recover from their surprising defeat to Malawi earlier…

…minimum of $`10 million, to acquire the European machinery, equipment, and technology needed to scale their operations,” he said. The statement added that the digital application platform was built with bank-grade encryption and incorporated automated Know-Your-Customer verification processes to protect applicants’ fin…

…with no transitional arrangements for pending applicationsApplicants must now live in Sweden for at least 8 years under the general rule, up from the previous 5-year requirementSweden introduced 4 new conditions covering residence duration, criminal history, self-sufficiency, and language knowledge for citizenship seek…

…the military and Agunechemba. He emphasised the importance of collaboration with federal security agencies and pledged continued joint efforts to improve security in the state. According to Ihenko, the operations that led to the recovery of the weapons were a significant achievement for Agunechemba in the fight against…

…from a minimum of $10 million to acquire European machinery, equipment and technology needed to expand their operations. Olagunju also highlighted the security features of the digital portal, saying it was designed to meet international banking standards. “To attract world-class European investment, our digital infrast…

The newly appointed Chief Medical Director of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Lokoja, Professor Abdulrahman Shehu, has unveiled an ambitious reform agenda aimed at transforming the facility into a leading centre of excellence, with a renewed focus on staff welfare, infrastructure development, and quality healthcare deli…

…to bronze. The Nigerian quartet of Favour Ashe, Kayinsola Ajayi, Nicholas Fakorede and Udodi Onwuzurike had been awarded the silver medal despite finishing third in the event's final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games (CWG) after Canada, which finished second, was disqualified over an alleged lane infringement. Canada cloc…

…following years of political crises and repeated military interventions.The mission succeeded the ECOWAS Mission in Guinea-Bissau (ECOMIB), which was deployed after the 2012 coup, and forms part of ECOWAS efforts to prevent instability in the country from escalating into broader regional security threats.Nigeria has co…

…mistake was that he tried to build his own structure - Wike The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara's biggest political mistake was attempting to build his own political structure too soon after assuming office.Speaking during a media chat in Po…

…threatening to boycott future FIFA competitions, including the World Cup. The Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football (Concacaf) and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) also criticised the proposal. England's Football Association backed UEFA's position, stating: "We fully support U…