…Nigerian depots remained elevated, reaching as high as N1,217 per litre in the regions monitored on Friday, August 28, 2026. The Daily Depot Price Intelligence Report showed that Warri recorded the highest PMS price at N1,217 per litre, followed by Port Harcourt at N1,214, Calabar at N1,204 and Lagos at N1,202 per litr…

…State Commissioner for the Environment, Tokunbo Wahab, has urged residents to stop patronising unregulated cart pushers whose activities lead to indiscriminate dumping and flooding risks. And the Federal Teaching Hospital Katsina has run out of bed space as a diphtheria outbreak overwhelms its Children’s Ward with a su…

…Economy and former Osun State Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola, for his efforts in repositioning the APC in the state. Recalling his emergence as the party’s governorship candidate in December 2025, Oyebamiji said various tendencies within the APC subsequently put aside their differences and worked towards a common objecti…

…for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, has warned residents against patronising unregulated cart pushers. Wahab gave the warning in a statement posted via his official X page on Saturday, saying their activities often result in indiscriminate dumping on medians, roads and drainage channels, with grave…

…then I will believe he is real and serious,” he wrote. He further accused Bello of abandoning the family while he remained close to Governor Sani. “He was stuck with Uba Sani until he realised he was being dumped, then suddenly remembered family loyalty and moved to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Where was he b…

…100-megawatt power project in Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area and proceed to commissioning by the end of 2026. “The state government has also issued transmission and distribution licences to the company as the state expects the project will be completed this year,” he added. Usenbo disclosed that most of the major mi…

…hubs, serving major heavy consumers. However, enhanced visibility from technological monitoring tools deployed by the Nigerian Independent System Operator, NISO, exposed troubling loading anomalies and severe commercial losses across the network. Reaffirming the administration’s commitment to industrial growth under Pr…

…his administration did not fail or falter. The governor, represented by his deputy, Mrs Monisade Afuye, spoke on Friday at the August edition of the Evening of Praise held at the Government House Grounds, Ado Ekiti, the state capital. Oyebanji told the congregants that his administration, which began in 2022, was drive…

…the ban. As is often the case in emergency rulings, the court did not explain its reasoning. The three liberal justices publicly dissented from the decision, but also did not explain their position. But since then lower courts have issued new rulings limiting the policy. A divided three-judge panel of the US Court of A…

…to observe the counting process, recorded the results on their mobile devices and monitored the data to ensure its accuracy before the official collation. As credit is being attributed to the residents of Osun for their resilience, politicians, particularly those affiliated with the ruling party, contend that Adeleke’s…

…surpluses, increased foreign exchange reserves, improved foreign exchange market functioning and more effective monetary policy transmission. It added that gradually higher oil production was expected to support economic growth in 2026 and 2027. “The change in outlook to positive from stable reflects improvements in Ni…

…Amotekun Commandant, Isaac Omoyele. Although he was invited by the police for questioning, he initially failed to honour the invitation. The corps later explained that Omoyele voluntarily reported to the Force Headquarters in Abuja. The then Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, subsequently directed the Intel…

…targeted vehicle brain boxes, press button machines, pigeon holes and air-conditioning vents, which were subsequently sold to buyers of stolen vehicle parts. The suspects were also alleged to have improvised a Mercedes-Benz jack to resemble a firearm, which they used to scare victims who confronted them during their op…

…commerce and movement, but secure against terrorists and criminals. They must be monitored with technology, led by intelligence, and integrated into the country’s broader national-security and economic strategy. That is the policy conversation Nigerians deserve. But, increasingly, the former Vice President’s public out…

…Haram fighters in Adamawa. Photo ImagesAs reported by Channels Television, Mohammed Goni, Acting Military Information Officer, confirmed the operation in a statement issued on Friday, August 28, 2026.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!The force said troops acted on credible…

…on a charge of m8rder before Magistrate Olateju Odenusi-Fadeyi. The prosecutor, Taiwo Oniyeye, told the court that the defendant allegedly committed the offence on August 6, 2026, around noon at the Power Line area of Ore, Ondo State. The prosecution alleged that Samuel used a cutlass to cut his mother's neck, resultin…

…tell us how people were chosen on that register. So they’re not just party members or cronies, but is representative of the people of Nigeria and of the communities that you intend to serve,” he said. Kpakol recalled that during his tenure at NAPEP, beneficiaries were selected through community-level processes in which…

…of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Emmanuel Ugboaja, describing him as a committed unionist and democrat who played significant roles in the development of the party and Nigeria’s democratic process. Ugboaja, who died recently at the age of 60, was also credited with helping to strengthen the relationship between the Labo…

…guidance serves as a reminder that the path to residency through marriage is closely monitored, and those who attempt to exploit it expose themselves to consequences that extend well beyond a failed visa application.US issues warning to Green Card holdersMeanwhile, Legit.ng reported that the US government issued guidan…

…repairs and maintenance, catering and hospitality, masonry, refrigeration and air conditioning, fashion design and garment making, carpentry and joinery, painting and decoration, tiling, plumbing and pipe fitting, solar installation, and automotive mechatronics. The curriculum blends hands-on practical work with theory…

…also said he would consider deploying the Economic Community of West African States Monitoring Group, ECOMOG, to strengthen regional security and combat terrorism. He made the pledge in an interview with the BBC Hausa Service, where he outlined some of his proposed policies and criticised aspects of President Bola Tinu…

…of the creation of Jigawa State. Ringim said the people of the state were closely monitoring the government’s performance ahead of the 2027 general elections. He said the anniversary should not be limited to celebration but should also provide an opportunity for reflection, accountability and an honest assessment of th…

By Olasunkanmi Akoni Ahead of the 2027 general elections, leaders and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos West Senatorial District have reaffirmed their commitment to party unity, reconciliation and grassroots mobilisation. The Lagos West Senatorial District Leadership Meeting, hosted by Ikeja…

…support under its “Building Our Future Together” agenda. Speaking during the commissioning ceremonies, the Chairman of the local government, Dr Akinbode, said the projects were designed to complement the efforts of the Ogun State Government and bring meaningful development closer to residents at the grassroots. He expl…

By Soni Daniel DAMATURU — The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Yobe State has denied reports that some of its members and supporters have defected en masse to the faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) aligned with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. The state chairman of the AD…