…of corruption anywhere in the world to approach the commission, promising financial incentives upon successful recovery. In a statement on Wednesday, EFFC spokesman Dele Oyewale said the commission’s chairman, Ola Olukoyede, disclosed this while delivering a lecture at the 43rd International Symposium on Economic Crime…

…the momentum created by the proposed decriminalisation of suicide, stressing that legislative reform must be accompanied by practical interventions that address the social and economic conditions that leave Nigerians vulnerable to mental health crises. The association also called for stronger action against substance u…

…commitments, commonly cited at about $16bn, became the subject of a House of Representatives probe after his exit from office in 2007. In 2008, the Umaru Yar’Adua administration raised questions about expenditure on the power sector, with the allegation initially reported as about $11bn, before the figure became common…

…going forward,” the minister said. Tegbe maintained that the government’s broader objective was to ensure that electricity infrastructure translated into economic growth, particularly for manufacturing and emerging sectors such as artificial intelligence and data centres. “Our ambition is much bigger than just ending d…

…that distribute food may be required to register, depending on the nature of their activities.The process must be completed before trading begins, making it the first and most essential step for anyone entering the food industry in the United Kingdom.Full List of Responsibilities for Food Business OwnersBeyond registra…

…electricity but was creating an environment for private operators to provide alternative power. “Lagos government has started encouraging private people. You know, we aren’t intervening directly. People will see it as free of charge and they won’t want to pay. “But we have started encouraging various companies to go in…

KAI rescues baby from junkyard on Lagos-Badagry Expressway (video) Operatives of Lagos Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC), also known as KAI, have rescued a child at the Alakija Junkyard along the Lagos-Badagry Expressway. The rescue was carried out on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 during a multi-agency cleanup of th…

…to the growth of the party. Agbese, who is seeking re-election to the House of Representatives in 2027, has been at the centre of the Labour Party’s growing political activities in Enone Federal Constituency since joining the party. He secured the LP ticket for the constituency earlier this year. Benue: Over 1,000 defe…

…In Abeokuta North Federal Constituency, where Dele Olaleye is the House of Representatives candidate, the campaign train was also greeted by a massive crowd that had waited from as early as 10 am to receive the PDP team at NTA Junction, Totoro. Residents and party supporters trooped out to welcome the team, chanting so…

…Mohammed Abdullahi Abubakar, SAN, on Wednesday met with the party’s House of Representatives aspirants as part of efforts to strengthen unity and cohesion ahead of the general elections. The meeting, led by the Chairperson of the group, Usman Gital, brought together aspirants who contested the APC primaries for various…

Yoruba nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, on Wednesday formally launched the Ogun State chapter of the Iru Ekun Security Network. Videos and photographs circulating online showed the event drawing a large crowd of supporters, with reports stating that thousands of volunteers joined. Spea…

…economic reforms a "human face."The APC chieftain said political leaders at the executive and legislative levels needed to reduce the cost of governance and make personal sacrifices before asking ordinary Nigerians to absorb the burden of reform.On the 2027 general elections, Sani urged parties and candidates to campai…

GistReel Social media activist VeryDarkMan has showcased the progress of a secondary school project in Ahoada, Rivers State, saying about N290 million has been spent on its construction. The activist shared an update on the project in a viral video, highlighting the classrooms, school clinic, football field, fencing an…

…apps, in a lawsuit that accused the social media giant of designing its app to be addictive for teens. Under the terms of the settlement, Meta will be required to introduce a mandatory two-hour daily use limit on teen Facebook and Instagram accounts, and block the apps and their push notifications late at night or duri…

…lady says A UK-based Nigerian woman has shared her opinion on marriage and the motivations of some Nigerians seeking partners abroad. She claimed that if she wanted to marry a man in Nigeria, she could get married within two weeks because, according to her, many men are interested in relationships that could provide th…

…three senatorial zones on separate days. Chinedu also said the evacuation of non-sensitive materials to designated locations had commenced, while sensitive materials would be moved to their respective areas on Saturday morning. On possible court actions, he said the commission would not be deterred. “The court will not…

…owner of the motorcycle and determine whether the suspect is linked to other criminal activities. The development highlights the continued security checks being conducted along major routes in Plateau State to detect and prevent the movement of suspected criminals and stolen property. by Linda Ikeji at 26/08/2026 6:42…

…nothing to hide. He further described Neon's video addressing the controversy as manipulative, adding that if someone makes a mistake and is caught, they should accept responsibility. by Linda Ikeji at 26/08/2026 6:43 PM | Share this Story

…disappointment that Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas and Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, were not invited to speak at the event. He argued that the conference provided an opportunity for robust discussion of electo…

…Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN) has appealed to the Federal Government to provide protective kits and other equipment for its members following the killing of several vigilantes during operations against kidnappers, bandits and other criminal elements across the country. The group also unveiled its proposed security s…

…administrations should continue projects that would benefit the public, irrespective of who started them. “When you see something that will benefit the people, it doesn’t matter who started it. What is important is you complete it and put it to use,” he said. Fubara urged the chairmen of Emohua and Abua/Odual LGAs, Chi…

…fact that the public survived the prolonged stoppage raised a question about the effectiveness of the medical doctors, who were on strike at the time.His statement reads in part:PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!"If the Doctors were very effective, in 13 months, there was…

…organisation said many of the cases arising from Operation Jackal IV remain under active investigation.EFCC reveals religious sects laundering moneyLegit.ng earlier reported that EFCC chairman Ola Olukoyede has revealed that a religious sect in Nigeria was responsible for laundering money for terrorists in Nigeria.Oluk…

…inform her that he would leave the vice presidency and retire from public service and active politics. He said he had promised the president in August 2025 that he would step aside if she ever wanted a different vice president. Nchimbi said he was now convinced "beyond doubt" that Hassan desired a change. Tanzania Pres…

…including the "like button" and recommendation algorithms, are intentionally addictive and have contributed to a rise in anxiety, depression, self-harm and even suicide among teen users. The four lead states in the case - California, Colorado, Kentucky and New Jersey - further alleged that Meta misled the public about…