…of Lagos. Speaking on the theme, “Ethical Paradoxes, Small Businesses, and the Informal Economy: Lessons for Tax Compliance and Accountability in Nigeria,” he identified poor accountability and declining public trust as major obstacles to tax compliance in the country. “Nigerians do not necessarily hate tax. They just…
By Dickson Omobola Emirates has launched the world’s first electrically powered Premium Economy seat, featuring a full-height adjustable privacy screen between every seat. Debuting on newly received Airbus A350 aircraft, the new seat combines industry-leading innovation with elevated comfort, giving customers greater c…
The morning after giving birth to the daughter her late husband never got to hold, Sandra was trying to survive the weight of grief and new motherhood at once. Then a nurse walked in carrying black balloons and a small gift box, giving her one last act of love that she never saw coming.PAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with …
Judy Austin took to Instagram on Friday, September 4, 2026, to announce the launch of her new luxury hair brand, Judy Austin WorldThe actress described the venture as a long-time dream, promising double donor hair collections and a separate ready-to-wear lineFans quickly shifted focus to a ring spotted on Judy Austin's…
…more affordable by revisiting past political disputes. Nigerians deserve answers on the economy and on policies that affect their daily lives,” he said. Atiku said the 2027 elections would provide an opportunity for Nigerians to assess leaders based on their records and plans for the future. “In 2027, Nigerians will ju…
…at the 73rd Miss World Festival in Vietnam.Minister of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, made the appeal through a post on X on Friday, September 5, as the pageant moved into its most critical phase.FG urges Nigerians to vote Soye ahead of the 2026 Miss World finale. >Musawa celebrated Karibi-Georg…
…past three years had gone beyond punishment to actively return recovered value into the economy. “Beyond cash, between October 2023 and July 2026 we secured the forfeiture of 10,053 assets: real estate, land, vehicles, electronics, schools, factories, hotels, oil rigs, barges, machinery and aircraft, along with 102 ton…
…is a journalist with Legit.ng, covering technology, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy for over a decade.Rice prices in Nigeria are showing signs of moderation after months of elevated prices, although consumers are yet to see a dramatic nationwide crash.Recent market data indicates that the median price of a…
…over a decade of business journalism experience with in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian economy, stocks, and general market trends.Nigeria's cost of importing petrol has climbed to N1,314.67 per litre, according to the latest figures from the Major Energies Marketers Association of Nigeria (MEMAN), as rising global cru…
…The fish, periwinkles, crabs, and shrimps are back. This is vital for the local economy and community livelihoods,” he said. Lawal also disclosed that four local government areas in Ogoniland recently received Ramsar accreditation certificates, an international designation recognising wetland conservation efforts which…
…of competing internationally across agriculture, manufacturing, technology, the creative economy and professional services. “These figures demonstrate that Nigerian products are already finding markets around the world. The question, therefore, is not whether Nigeria has products and services that the world wants. Clea…
Odumodublvck took to X on Tuesday, September 2, 2026, to reignite his beef with Blaqbonez in a series of tweetsThe rapper alleged that Blaqbonez spent time in a cell and wrote a handwritten apology letter in front of lawyersHe warned Blaqbonez that time is running out and vowed he would not escape the consequences of h…
…is a journalist with Legit.ng, covering technology, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy for over a decade.The Federal Government has announced that more than $2 billion in private-sector investment has been secured to develop Nigeria’s Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) infrastructure and expand the wider gas value c…
…has over a decade's experience covering energy, MSMEs, technology, banking and the economy.OPay, one of Nigeria’s leading fintech companies, has dismissed reports circulating on social media claiming that it plans to suspend or discontinue its operations in the country.The company gave the clarification during a live T…
…and are aimed at building a stronger fiscal foundation, creating a more productive economy, strengthening institutions, attracting investment, improving infrastructure and expanding opportunities for young Nigerians. According to Tinubu, the objective is to enable Nigeria to "compete more meaningfully and purposefully…
…a decade of experience in business journalism, with in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian economy, stocks, and general market trends.The Nigerian naira recorded gains against the British pound, the US dollar, and the euro in the official foreign exchange market on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, continuing a run of positive…
Some betrayals don't reveal their full weight until the silence that follows. When the sun came up after my daughter's wedding, I learned that even the darkest endings can hide an unexpected ally.PAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! >The morning of Stella's wedding, I stood at the window…
…Says subsidy removal necessary to save Nigeria’s economy By Dapo Akinrefon LAGOS — Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State on Thursday cautioned politicians against heating up the polity ahead of the 2027 general elections, saying no political office is worth the life of any Nigerian. Sanwo-Olu spoke at the 7th Ann…
…to Bolaji Fasomade, an investment analyst, Uber did not shut down because of Nigeria’s economy but because it could no longer compete effectively. “Uber isn’t shutting down because of Nigeria’s economy; it’s shutting down because it can no longer innovate and compete effectively in the Nigerian market,” he said. Also r…
…a decade of experience in business journalism, with in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian economy, stocks, and general market trends.Nigerian motorists are bracing for further increases at the pump after Brent crude oil crossed $95 per barrel, driven by military escalations around the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's…
INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan proposed a mock presidential election to test voter accreditation and result transmission systems before 2027Amupitan warned that AI-generated fake videos, audio and images pose a serious threat to the credibility of the 2027 general electionsINEC outlined a five-point strategy to tac…
Afrobeats star Davido publicly responded to a tweet by rapper Erigga that celebrated musicians who built their careers without family moneyDavido defended artists from wealthy backgrounds who still worked hard, dismissing Erigga's post as 'useless motivation'Fans divided sharply over whether Erigga's tweet was a direct…
…while retaining its B3 rating. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, said the government’s medium-term objective was to move Nigeria firmly towards investment-grade status. “Our medium-term ambition is to place Nigeria firmly on the path to investment grade,” Oyedele said in a sta…
The US government published the names and photos of 30 Nigerian nationals currently held in immigration detention facilities across multiple statesThe individuals were arrested in cities ranging from Los Angeles and Houston to New York and Atlanta on charges including wire fraud, identity theft, and money launderingSev…
…to create opportunities for themselves and contribute meaningfully to the state’s economy. According to the governor, the Free Skills Acquisition Centres provide residents with access to vocational and entrepreneurial training at no cost, creating pathways to establish businesses, secure employment and improve their li…