…into consistent institutional practice. Gender-responsive provisions may exist within laws, policies and strategic plans, yet their implementation is often constrained by weak institutional ownership, limited resources, fragmented coordination, inadequate gender-disaggregated data, insufficient accountability mechanism…

…sector. It supports coordination with relevant institutions in line with existing laws and procedures. According to the statement, the event was attended by “representatives of the Central Bank of Nigeria, the Presidential Committee on Economic and Financial Inclusion, the Police Service Commission, Nigeria Inter-Bank…

…playing a key role in getting the movie back on track.Leonora Ann Darby filed the lawsuit Monday against Tea Shop Productions and its co-founders, James Harris and Mark Lane, alleging they violated a 2024 agreement by failing to recognize her contributions and treating her as less than an equal partner.Darby claims she…

"I was so frightened I took laws into my hands" Woman retracts statement accusing Nigerian footballer Victor Ebele of r@pe (video) A Nigerian woman who alleged she was r@ped by Singapore-based Nigerian footballer, Victor Ebele, has retracted her statement. In 2025, Chioma Oniniwu took to X to allege that she was r@ped…

…has been doing well in following necessary financial regulations and appropriation laws.” The Auditor-General noted an increase in revenue from the Federation Account but called for a more aggressive internally generated revenue drive, particularly through the informal sector. He said, “Thousands of informal sectors ne…

…powers to ensure that pension obligations were administered in accordance with existing laws. “PenCom remains committed to protecting the interests of pension contributors and retirees and will continue to exercise its regulatory and supervisory mandate to ensure compliance with applicable pension laws and regulations,…

…Sunday Politics programme while fielding questions about a Freedom of Information Act lawsuit filed by Aaron Greenspan.As reported by The Punch, Greenspan is seeking access to records held by the US Department of Justice, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Drug Enforcement Administration that relate to Tinubu…

…African authorities to protect lives and uphold human dignity in enforcing immigration laws.Shettima made the comments on Monday, August 31, 2026, while speaking to journalists in Luanda, Angola, before departing for Abuja. Shettima warns South Africa, says Nigeria will no longer allow dehumanisation. Photo Shettima>He…

…come after, some of them will come behind him and they will carry guns to enforce their laws." he said by Linda Ikeji at 31/08/2026 11:21 AM | Share this Story

…to desist from such conduct or face arrest and prosecution in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The governor stressed that Plateau has one Constitution, one legal system and one legitimate authority, and that no individual or group has the right to assume powers that have not been conferred u…

…must be held to account.” The SDP also called for stronger enforcement of electoral laws, arguing that signing an agreement without consequences for violations would do little to change the behaviour of political actors. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Rufus Aiyenigba, said, “Our presidential candidate spoke…

…residency violations, 4,110 for border security breaches, and 3,348 for breaking labour laws. An additional 27 individuals were detained for aiding those in violation by providing transportation, shelter or employment.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Beyond the 14,905 who…

…that the full weight of the law is pressed very tightly against everyone who breaks the laws in the Nigerian mining sector," the Commander said.The agency also denied that its enforcement action was financially motivated, saying Lord's Career Ventures provided no logistics or financial support for the operation that le…

…that the full weight of the law is pressed very tightly against everyone who breaks the laws in the Nigerian mining sector,” he said. He appealed to media organisations to strengthen their editorial gatekeeping processes to ensure that reports lacking sufficient merit or verification do not gain traction in the public…

…Office of Information Policy, which backed the agencies' position. He then filed a lawsuit on June 12, 2023.The defendants in the case include the FBI, the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Internal Revenue Service, the Executive Office for United States Attorneys, the Department of State, and later the CIA.What the…

…a US court to block the release of his unredacted FBI and DEA records, citing privacy laws and lack of public interest. Meanwhile, INEC has released the names and details of governorship candidates and their running mates for the 2027 elections. These and many top stories dominate today’s headlines for readers’ perusal…

…in deliberations to ensure the process extends beyond principal party leaders and draws on a broader range of political experience, perspectives and interests.The G-100 stressed that it is convening the Summit strictly as a facilitator and observer, not as a substitute for the constitutional authority, independence or…

…said in a 59-page decision seen by AFP. She barred the federal agencies named in the lawsuit from enforcing Trump’s order to stop using the tools of Anthropic — creator of the Claude AI models — and overturned Hegseth’s designation of the company as a “supply chain risk,” a status previously reserved for foreign firms.…

…identifying, investigating and prosecuting the perpetrators under applicable Nigerian laws.Following investigations by the Commission, Adekunle was arrested and brought before the Commission. The Commission says in a similar vein, the FBI also sought the extradition of Olawale over a seven-count charge, including "sexu…

…to the prosecution, contravenes Section 319 of the Criminal Code, Cap 37, Volume 1, Laws of Ondo State of Nigeria, 2006. The prosecutor urged the court to remand the defendant to enable him forward the case file to the Director of Public Prosecutions for legal advice. However, counsel to the defendant, A.D. Obademi, ur…

…unity, reflects the difficult calculations facing opposition figures as the election draws closer.See the

…had misled their audience for years. Yada Awakening and Queen Yada’s 8-year marriage draws attention after alleged court filing emerges. >Holding up what he described as official court paperwork, he read from it on camera, claiming the documents stated the two parties were not married."They was never fuckking married,"…

…the Supreme Court before the sentence was carried out. Saudi Arabia maintains strict laws against drug trafficking, with severe penalties, including the death penalty, imposed on individuals convicted of smuggling or dealing in illicit drugs. Saudi Arabia executes Nigerian convicted of cocaine smuggling

…individuals. The coordinator called for stronger enforcement of child-protection laws, faster investigation and prosecution of offenders, as well as increased access to medical, legal and psychosocial support for survivors. He also condemned physical abuse, including beating, torture, burning, chaining and other degrad…

…Association, IBA. He urged the NBA and the IBA to ask the Supreme Court to explain the laws on which it relied on to restore counts in the charge against Kanu that were quashed by the Court of Appeal. The Court of Appeal had in an October 13, 2022, judgment, declared Kanu’s arrest in Kenya illegal and discharged and ac…