…land dispute, stressing that the residents were committed to pursuing the matter through lawful means. He stressed that the community was not asking the government to interfere with or prejudge the case, but to provide humanitarian assistance to affected residents while the judicial process continued. “We have lost our…

A Nigerian-British taxi driver, Kolawole Erunkulu has been jailed for six years after falling asleep at the wheel and causing a crash that killed a 59-year-old man in Surrey, UK. Surrey Police said Erunkulu of Bexleyheath, pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving after his Audi crossed into a roadside layby…

…healthcare systems in Kaduna State,” Salihu said. Also, the NBA Kaduna chairman, Baba Lawal, expressed appreciation to the governor, saying the donation would strengthen the branch’s operational capacity. “On behalf of the Nigerian Bar Association, Kaduna Branch, I wish to express our profound appreciation to His Excel…

…would pursue and prosecute anyone who targeted commercial motorcycle riders or other law-abiding citizens. He also commended the operatives for their professionalism and swift response. The post 22-year-old arrested for attempted murder, motorcycle theft in Kebbi appeared first on Vanguard News.

…Police Headquarters, Abuja, pursuant to complaints lodged by Air Peace in respect of the lawful picketing that was carried out by unions in the aviation sector on August 11, 2026. “The allegations against our union are a case of conspiracy; threatening violence; inciting disturbance of public peace; assault occasioning…

…lives and property, preventing crime and maintaining public order in accordance with the law. CP Ordue cautioned members of the public against taking the law into their own hands, stressing that persons suspected of committing offences should be handed over to the police for investigation and due process. “Persons susp…

…from the Plateau State House of Assembly."Hisbah cannot be established without a law from the State House of Assembly, and the government has not done that. Therefore, people cannot simply come out and claim that they have established Hisbah," he said. Umar urged the Plateau State Government to thoroughly investigate s…

…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…

…on the A23 in Surrey after driving for prolonged periods has been jailed for six years.Kolawole Erunkulu fell asleep at the wheel shortly before 6.30am on Sunday, 17 August, causing his Audi to swerve across the carriageway in Merstham before crashing into a Volkswagen parked at the side of the road. The Volkswagen was…

…disrupted a pensioners’ protest in Alausa, Lagos, on Monday, prompting human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) to demand the arrest and prosecution of the officers involved. The pensioners had gathered at the Lagos State Government Secretariat and the House of Assembly complex to press for outstanding pension adjustments…

…over an alleged examination question leakage. NANS threatened to commence peaceful and lawful mass action if the university fails to take meaningful steps towards reviewing the disciplinary action within the seven-day window. In a statement signed by the Zonal Coordinator, Comrade Adeyemo Josiah Kayode, the student bod…

"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…

…to address them as I did a few weeks ago. I will trust the investigation process and the law. “Everything I have worked for since my teenage years is tied to this. I remain hopeful that justice will prevail. I simply cannot be Shallipopi for myself. It’s depressing.“ 117 affected, 15 dead as Diphtheria outbreak spreads…

By Idris Salisu, Gusau The First Lady of Zamfara State, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, popularly known as Inna Wuro Zurmi, has expressed grief over the death of the Emir of Zurmi, Sarkin Zamfaran Zurmi, Alhaji Bello Sulaiman. Lawal described the death of the traditional ruler as an irreparable loss to Zamfara State and th…

…to question the economic impact of the country’s GDP growth. A Nigerian simply known as Lawrence on X said: “The interesting question is whether the improvement in the macro numbers is translating into better margins for small businesses.” “Nigeria’s Q2 GDP growth was 4.43%, up from 3.89% in Q1. But I’d want to see wha…

…fatal shots. The other three men who were in the Cadillac have since died. Under Nevada law, prosecutors did not have to establish that Davis personally pulled the trigger to secure a murder conviction. Tupac’s stepbrother, Mopreme Shakur, had expressed cautious optimism before the trial but also acknowledged the pain…

…Remi Adegbola and Professor L. Ojedapo, among others. The elders congratulated Adebayo Lawal, on his assumption of office as acting governor of Oyo State, commending Governor Seyi Makinde for the seamless transfer of power. On security, the council commended Brigadier General Kunle Togun, held Primate Samson Ojoawo and…

…facing separate charges from the ICPC and DSS over alleged fraud, abuse of office, and unlawful phone tappingThe Council urged authorities to follow due process and warned that arbitrary actions could erode public trust in Nigerian institutionsPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! The Sup…

…State 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 sect…

…under investigation and that appropriate action would be taken in accordance with the law after the relevant processes were concluded. Osun: Police probe alleged N22.3m farmer grant fraud scheme

…assets. The chairman called for stronger policy and institutional reforms, saying law enforcement alone cannot win the war against financial crime. “The most effective system is not law enforcement. It is the policy regime, institutional reforms that close leakages,” he said. He urged the media and civil society to ret…

…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,…

…tied to TinubuAfolabi argued that Tinubu's legal team is using rights available under US law to challenge unredacted document releases, not to hide anythingThe lawyer pointed to the $460,000 civil forfeiture in the 1990s and said a civil proceeding does not equal criminal guiltPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new s…

…known as the Shamaki, Buhari Yusuf, along with two other men, Aliyu Ahmed and Sa'idu Lawali.The attackers also vandalised a local MTN telecommunications facility to cut off communication and block security reinforcements from reaching the town. Residents said the bandits were motivated in part by grievances over the al…

…drive. Olukoyede declared: “No office or title places anyone beyond the reach of the law. We will continue to investigate professionally, prosecute on the strength of evidence and allow the courts to determine guilt or innocence.” N1.23tr recovered On asset recovery, he said the EFCC recovered N1.233 trillion between O…