…on Saturday at the age of 55 after a protracted illness, according to a report by Starnews, which quoted a family source. The former director-general was also a close ally and political adviser to former Ondo State Governor Olusegun Mimiko. Confirming his death in a condolence message on Saturday, the All Progressives…

…public health event or becomes a more difficult test of the health system. Vanguard News The post Ebola in Nigeria: Fears contacts could test positive mount appeared first on Vanguard News.

The governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party, SDP, in Benue State, Prof. Sebastine Hon, SAN, has argued that throwing the entire state capital into total blackout because of the face-off between the Jos Electricity Distribution, JED, Plc, and the Benue State Government is completely unacceptable.He disclos…

…those who accompanied him. That was how we came to know each other,” he said. Vanguard News The post Okpebholo threatens to sign death warrant of condemned kidnappers, cultists if … appeared first on Vanguard News.

Uganda has barred travellers with a history of travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo from transiting through the country as authorities investigate a traveller who later tested positive for Ebola in Nigeria. The Ugandan Ministry of Health announced the restriction on Friday and reinstated traveller locator for…

Katsina United and Plateau United battled to a 2-2 draw in their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 10 encounter at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium on SaturdayUmar Rabiu scored an own goal to hand Plateau United the lead on the half hour mark.The visitors doubled their lead through Jibril Ibrahim in the 82nd m…

…and other security agencies operating in the state. In a statement made available to newsmen on Saturday and signed by Amb. Ezekiel Peter Bini, Chairman, Coalition of Indigenous Youth Nationalities, Plateau State; Dalyop Solomon Mwantiri, President, Berom Youth Moulder-Association; Amb. Miri Timnan Nyantau, President,…

…visas for entry into the United States under current policy.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Countries with partial visa restrictionsSeven other West African nations sit under a separate tier of partial restrictions. These are Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, The Gambia, Mauritania,…

…for him. But if it is to govern Nigeria, it's capital no!"PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Obi is stingy, Wike allegesHe went further to characterise Obi's much-publicised frugality as a red flag rather than a virtue. "As a former Governor, you cannot be stingy to the poi…

…Pastor Bolu Adubi, who is Pastor Adeboye's only daughter. PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!At the ceremony, Pastor Adubi personally handed her daughter over in marriage to her new husband, David, in what was described as a deeply emotional and culturally rich celebration.…

Kwara United have been boosted by the return of Benjamin Jack and Obeid Ponkap ahead of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 10 tie against Barau FC.Jack and Ponkap have recovered from their injury setback.The duo are in contention to feature against the Maliya Boys.Kwara United will lock horns with Bara…

Three suspects have been arrested by the Jigawa State Police Command for alleged vandalism and theft of electrical cables in Guri and Dutse Local Government Areas of Jigawa state. The command also recovered a high-tension cable from one of the suspects arrested in Guri, while two others were apprehended over the allege…

A 4-year-old boy is lucky to be alive after falling from the top floor of a two-storey building in Abia State. This was disclosed by a neighbour who shared photos of the boy in the hospital. Sam Odeg wrote on Facebook: "GOD ooo! See what the LORD has done for us! "A 4 year old boy just fell from a two storey building. …

A group of 50 peers has urged Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood to prevent Macklemore from entering Britain ahead of his scheduled concert at London's OVO Arena, Wembley. The rapper, whose real name is Benjamin Haggerty, is due to perform on October 30 as part of his Free Palestine Tour.According to Metro, a letter writte…

…values of compassion, humility and love for humanity.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!The President noted that through her leadership of the Women Fellowship, Mama Bogoro fostered unity, mutual support and peaceful coexistence among members of the Christian community in t…

Davido makes a grand entrance in a white Rolls-Royce as he arrives at Zlatan and Davita's wedding venue. Watch video below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial)

The Lagos State Government has intensified its preparedness efforts following Nigeria’s confirmation of an imported case of Ebola disease in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, assuring residents that the state is ready to respond to any potential threat.The Commissioner for Health, Akin Abayomi, said Lagos remained on…

Bandits have attacked Kauran Namoda town in Zamfara State, killing seven residents and abducting several others.The attack reportedly occurred on Friday night, leaving families mourning the deceased and raising concerns over the fate of those abducted.Bakatsine, a conflict reporter covering northwestern Nigeria, disclo…

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…ceo is finally out thank you Jesus... Awwwww ajjeeeyyyy"PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Blessing Okoro Nkiruka, popularly known as Blessing CEO, had been in custody since June 2026 in connection with three separate Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) cases.Tw…

Global crude oil prices surged on Saturday after United States President Donald Trump threatened Iran with another “Epic Fury” military operation.A market survey on Saturday morning showed that Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate, WTI, rose by 3.82 per cent and 3.14 per cent to $116 per barrel and $103 per barrel, …

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo has recounted an unusual experience involving a vulture he said was found dead on his bed after he won the governorship election.The governor while addressing members in a church also claimed that another bird died in his office after he ordered the demolition of the Black House in …

The Taraba State Police Command has confirmed an attack on Binnari community in Karim-Lamido Local Government Area of the state.It said 10 people were killed by unknown gunmen.The attack reportedly occurred in the early hours of Friday in Amar Ward, Karim II Constituency.Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, Victor Ms…

Nigerian businesswoman, Hauwa Saidu Mohammed, popularly known as Jaruma, has reportedly been in police custody since Monday over social media posts concerning an alleged disagreement involving Seyi Tinubu and a woman she described as his girlfriend. According to SaharaReporters, documents obtained from the Nigeria Poli…

…to review their rates as replacement costs increase.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!The development threatens to place additional pressure on households, transport operators and businesses already struggling with high energy costs.Crude oil surges to five-month highAccor…