…the body of the deceased was evacuated to the General Hospital Mortuary, Yaba, for preservation and autopsy while the suspect remains in Police custody. She mentioned that the case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Yaba, for further investigation. by Linda Ikeji at 17/07/2026 8…
…in east-central Democratic Republic of Congo. Ten years later, they made a clearer observation, and went on to make 114 sightings from 2018 to 2022.In addition to its anatomy and field observations, researchers also studied the monkey's genetics and used local ecological knowledge to prove that this was a species that…
…success must shift entirely from merely producing large numbers of graduates to cultivating highly skilled, globally competitive professionals. ”We cannot allow our institutions to become mere degree mills; instead, we must fiercely protect and elevate our educational standards, ensuring that every certificate award…
…The NECO BECE is meant for only school-based candidates in Nigeria and overseas.Private candidates (external students) cannot register directly. Registration must be through schools approved by the State Ministry of Education or NECO.Subjects in Junior WAECJunior WAEC students in an exam room. Photo: @rxendy>Eighteen s…
…partners and stakeholders following the completion of its 2026 Hajj operations. The private Hajj and Umrah operator said the payments were made under its referral and commission scheme, which rewards accredited representatives whose referrals complete Hajj registration […] The post Private Hajj operator pays N25m commi…
…into inclusive economic growth, with strong calls for sustained reforms, greater private sector investment and stronger coordination between fiscal and monetary authorities. The discussions took place at the 14th BusinessDay CEO Forum Nigeria 2026, themed ‘From Stability to Shared Prosperity,’ where the Governor of the…
…in technology and stronger collaboration across the oil and gas value chain to boost innovation, improve efficiency and strengthen Nigeria’s manufacturing capacity. According to a statement, Onafowokan made the call while speaking on the theme, ‘Driving Energy Innovation: Technology-Powered Pathways for Oil and Gas’, d…
…community association described the reinstatement as a victory for justice and the preservation of traditional institutions in Wase LGABACCODA urged residents of Bashar Chiefdom to rally around their traditional rulers and maintain peace following the reinstatementFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! T…
…last night, the most important thing to do is build up the Royal Navy quickly." Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch added: "The Falkland Islands are British. The Conservatives will always defend them."Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey argued that Argentina's players should face sporting sanctions. "In August 2024 Ro…
The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a man, Amos Paul, for allegedly burning the private part of his 10-year-old daughter with a hot pressing iron as punishment for bedwetting. The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday. Jimoh said the sus…
…the immediate implementation of cash-backing for the promotion of staff due for elevation between January 2025, July 2025 and January 2026. “The approved cash-backing will take effect this month, July 2026. This decision underscores the commitment of the Commission to staff welfare and timely career progression,” the s…
…of legal proceedings seeking, among other reliefs, ₦10 billion in general, aggravated and exemplary damages, ₦50 million as solicitor's professional fees, an order compelling a public retraction and apology, a perpetual injunction restraining further defamatory publications, and such further orders as the Court may dee…
…digital economy. The Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Nadungu Gagare, made the call on Thursday at the Special Session of the Administrative Council of the African Telecommunications Union in Abuja. Gagare, who was represented by the ministry’s Director of H…
…Issa Niniola, condemned the attack and alleged that the violence was politically motivated, saying “Those released from prison are being armed to unleash violence on our members and create fear among voters. We want the international community to take note of what is happening in Osun. The claim that the victims were c…
…26-year-old Nigerian from Nok, Southern Kaduna, who d!ed on June 27, 2026, within the private residence of the Honourable Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, in Uburu, Ebonyi State.First, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the Habila family. No family should have to mourn a daughter taken in the prime of her life…
…the viral video that purportedly showed man massaging a woman's leg aboard a private jet, saying the Senate initially ignored the footage because it believed it was generated using artificial intelligence. File: Senator representing Edo North, Adams Oshiomhole. Speaking during Thursday's plenary in a video shared by AI…
…platform. "Uber's global mobility and delivery platform and our shared commitment to innovation make this the right partnership to build on Delivery Hero's strengths in local food delivery and quick commerce," À-stberg said.Uber Chief Executive Officer Dara Khosrowshahi said the acquisition would expand the company's d…
…Infrastructure (NASENI), Khalil Suleiman Halilu, encouraged youths to embrace innovation, technology and artificial intelligence as tools for national development. Halilu said innovation would play a critical role in determining Nigeria’s future competitiveness, adding that NASENI’s Innovate Nigeria programme provides…
…civil society leaders and development experts have faulted the continued wholesale privatisation of government services under the reform, insisting that the country is still chasing the wrong cure for its economic troubles. The verdict was delivered on Thursday at a high-level conference on “Forty Years of Structural A…
…by agent Hollywood Actor, Sam Neill died from pneumonia and will be honored at a private family memorial at his New Zealand farm, his agent confirmed on Thursday. Neill's family had earlier announced that the actor, globally recognized for his iconic roles in "Jurassic Park," "The Piano," and numerous other films, pass…
…Fayose, he spent quality time with Seyi Tinubu, Cubana Chief Priest and others at a private gathering where they discussed politics and several other issues before ending the night with prayers. “I spent quality time with Seyi Tinubu, Cubana Chief Priest and the rest of us last night. We discussed politics, we discusse…
…Deliberations on the report divided the chamber, with some senators expressing reservations over the nomination, while others, including Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Abdul Ningi (PDP, Bauchi Central), supported the committee’s recommendation. Senator Cyril Fasuyi (APC, Ekiti North), a member of the For…
…AI assistants already could access Android and by sharing search data, “Europeans’ private searches would be exposed to unfamiliar companies, without adequate anonymisation of the data and without user knowledge or consent”. A senior European official insisted the EU “took integrity, security and privacy into utmost ac…
…This guide explains every offer available, who qualifies, and the precise steps to activate each one.MTN rewards customers who upgrade to a 4G/LTE SIM with 10 GB of free data through its 4G Connect offer. Photo: @MTNLoaded (modified by author)>TABLE OF CONTENTSKey takeawaysRequirements before you startStep-by-step inst…
…saying that safeguards will prevent governors from turning state police into their private army for personal gain. Vanguard also reports that a Nigerian Catholic priest took his own life in the United States over fears of forced return to home country following the expiration of his visa as a religious worker. Moving t…