…“You are making a big mistake by choosing money over God’s blessings.” Despite the warning, the driver proceeded with his decision to leave for the new job, which offered more than double his previous monthly salary. Story raises questions about salaries and faith The account highlights a broader conversation about wor…

…and demand ransom payments from victims’ families. However, reports that bandits are gaining access to more powerful weapons, such as rocket launchers, have raised fresh questions about the sources of their arms, their supply networks and the potential implications for military operations against them. How do bandits g…

…Chairman of Chrome Group, Chief Emeka Offor; and members of the National Assembly. Explaining his decision to venture into legal practice after 34 years in the police, Mba said his experience in leadership, discipline, conflict management and the administration of justice would be valuable in his new career.Make PUNCH…

…reflected on love, solitude, and the joy of entering a new era of life after turning 50. She wrote, as cited by Now to Love:What's funny is, the more I embraced me, the more I felt like the truest version of myself.On her eponymous talk show in April 2025, Barrymore told the audience, as reported by Parade:I really lik…

…Association of Nigeria, OGSPAN, Maxi Colman Obasi, said inadequate gas supply was undermining power generation, increasing business costs and constraining industrial growth. “Gas shortages reduce the availability of gas-fired power plants, contributing to lower electricity generation and unreliable supply. Manufacturer…

…Technology in Lagos State. PUNCH Metro learnt that the incident occurred on Saturday evening while the victim was riding a motorcycle in the area. A community source, who spoke on condition of anonymity because of the sensitive nature of the incident, said the assailants crossed the victim’s path before opening fire on…

…each weighing 250mg, imported from Pakistan. The 307.20kg consignment was discovered in nine cartons aboard a Royal Air Maroc flight after the shipment was placed under surveillance upon arrival on September 29. A joint examination conducted on October 6 uncovered the drugs. In a separate operation, the agency intercep…

…coach Javier Aguirre. Real Sociedad defeated Deportivo La Coruna 3-2 in another entertaining battle. The Basque side, sixth, eased into a three-goal lead Mario Soriano pulled one back for the visitors in San Sebastian to spark a Depor fight back. They were given further encouragement when Real Sociedad’s Pablo Marin wa…

…2027, there are indications from emerging reports that the federal government is planning to move 2026 unfinished projects into the 2026 budget. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, was reported to have given a hint to that during the launch of the October 2026 edition of the…

…field that includes Harry Kane, Lamine Yamal, and several PSG stars in the running for the awardThe former Nigerian international named Manchester City, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich as his picks to win the UEFA Champions LeaguePAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in you…

Likpata community in Edu Local Government Area of Kwara State has been thrown into mourning following the reported d3ath of Yusuf Salihu, a 200-level Accounting student of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto State. It was gathered that Salihu drowned in Egwa River while returning from the farm. According to a condolenc…

…around the world, including US President Donald Trump, who said he was considering joining Saudi strikes against the Houthis. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, whose country does not have diplomatic relations with Saudi Arabia, also denounced the “horrific terrorist attack”. Four Saudi citizens, two Bangladesh…

…who was born in 1964 in Sabon Gari, Zaria, Kaduna State, reportedly died on Sunday evening at a hospital in Abuja, according to family sources. NAN reports on Sunday that Adamu-Isa Gunda, a nephew of the deceased, confirmed the death, saying the remains would be transported from Abuja to Chikaji, Sabon Gari, Zaria, for…

…sidelines.4. Moses UsorUsor scored on his Super Eagles debut against Madagascar, the winning goal for Nigeria. He will be in Champions League action against Liverpool. They lost their opening match to AEK Athens.5. Christian NwachukwuThe left-winger plays for Azerbaijani club Nwachukwu, who qualified for the Champions…

…remarkable. He successfully defended his world title 17 consecutive times, winning every defence by knockout, a record highlighted by the WBC in its tribute. However, his career also featured painful defeats against two celebrated fighters during campaigns for the WBC featherweight title. In 1981, Gomez was stopped by…

…the pressure rising petrol prices were placing on households and businesses, outlining measures his administration said were aimed at cushioning the impact. He said the government had waived more than ₦3.3 trillion in fuel taxes and duties. Tinubu further disclosed that NNPC Retail was foregoing its profit margin for 3…

…on Godstime Umukoro was part of the initiation process they had also undergone before joining the internet fraud business. According to a statement issued by the Bono Regional Police Command on October 9, 2026, the suspects were arrested by the Regional Operations Unit after officers responded to a distress call on Oct…

…marks another phase in the movement's ongoing nationwide activities aimed at strengthening its grassroots structures, expanding political engagement and coordinating support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election bid ahead of the 2027 general elections.

…to residents. Meanwhile, the Rivers State Ministry of Urban Development and Physical Planning has ordered all occupants of the building to vacate the premises for their safety and warned residents against living in similarly old structures. The Press Secretary to the ministry, Isabella Ibim, confirmed the commissioner’…

…will appear higher in your Google feed!Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over nine years of experience covering politics, elections, public affairs, and governance in Nigeria and Africa.Abakaliki, Ebonyi State - President Bola Tinubu on Sunday, October 11, 2026, mourned the death of Eze Francis Eze Igwe, the…

…Kukawa town in Borno State that lasted from the night of October 6 into the following morningThe military also confirmed the killing of a senior ISWAP commander who led the group's Central Nigeria faction from Ondo StateAcross the Northeast and South-East, troops rescued dozens of abductees, including 20 prospective NY…

…substance use, but was widely criticised by Nigerians, who she claims brushed off her warnings at the time.What Kemi Olunloyo claimed about Regina DanielsAccording to the self-described retired journalist and health professional, a drug report presented to her listed as many as 11 substances, including ketamine.PAY ATT…

…ability to connect with audiences through music and movement has become a defining feature of his time in office.Sir Shina Peters, a titan of Nigerian music whose career spans several decades, has shared stages and social settings with Governor Adeleke on several previous occasions.Adegbodu Twins, who serve as Special…

The Nigerian Economic Summit Group has warned that worsening insecurity across Nigeria threatens investment, agricultural production, infrastructure development, and economic growth, and called for coordinated interventions to restore confidence in the economy. The group said persistent attacks on farming communities,…

…South African restructuring. DStv’s Nigerian website continues to advertise Compact, meaning Nigerian subscribers should not interpret the announcement as an automatic change to their own subscriptions.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Compact gets a new sporting identityU…