…by permanent secretaries. Permanent secretaries responsible for establishments, senior government officials and representatives of ministries, departments and agencies also attended. The council specifically resolved that “professional membership or certification should be recognised principally for professional profic…

…thrown into mourning following the death of Professor Alfred Bandele Kasunmu, SAN, with senior lawyers describing him as a legal titan, mentor, scholar, formidable advocate and one of the last great figures of Nigeria’s golden era of legal practice. Kasunmu, who died peacefully in the early hours of Sunday, August 9, 2…

…needed investment for development but should be cautious about projects capable of worsening existing environmental and public health challenges. He called for a critical assessment of the components of the proposed investment before implementation, noting that stakeholders had been briefed about the agreement but had…

Today’s evening top stories were picked from the politics, education and sports sections. 1. NDPC probes UNILAG, Lotus Bank, Hackerbella over data breaches: We commence with the reported violations of data protection laws involving the University of Lagos, Lotus Bank and Hackerbella Limited, as reported by the Nigeria…

…Certificate of Fitness. - Relevant mandatory maritime certificates. - West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) or an equivalent qualification. - Basic ICT knowledge, which may be an additional advantage. - Applicants should be between 20 and 27 years of age. 2. Marine Engineering Trainee Salary Grade…

…ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!President Denis Sassou Nguesso said nationals of all African countries would no longer need a visa to enter his country from January 1, 2027.He, however, explained that the policy will be subject to minimal administrative and security conditio…

…ritualists if their ransoms weren’t paid. She said, “At some point, they were even threatening that if we were not able to provide the money, they would just sell us to ritualists and all that,” the lady narrated. She said the abductors fled immediately they heard gunshots from the security operatives, leaving behind t…

…described as inconsistency in the treatment of the controversial “Blue Silks” rank of Senior Counsel of Nigeria, SCN. The society faulted arguments by the LPPC and Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja suggesting that the SCN title should not be recognised because it is not expressly provided for in…

…threat on Tinubu Published on August 12, 2026 By Seun Opejobi Mr Demola Olarenwaju, the Senior Political Assistant to the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has alleged that President Bola Tinubu's "all is fair" comment has set the stage for extreme action ahead of the Osun State…

…many opportunities are concentrated around major urban and industrial centres. Slovenia’s diversified economy and skilled workforce have helped sustain employment despite the country’s small population. Portugal has continued its recovery from the financial crisis, with tourism, exports and technology companies support…

…District over the alleged comment. Fadahunsi, through his media office, later denied advocating physical violence against Accord members, explaining that his reference to "kill Accord" was intended to mean defeating the party through votes. "I meant kill Accord with your votes. At no point did Senator Fadahunsi advocat…

…those on board the old Air Force One, leaving unsuspecting journalists and even some senior White House staffers none the wiser as they flew aboard the 'decoy' Air Force One. Journalists, believing Trump was aboard, were instructed to close their window shades. After the two planes landed in the UK, Trump was apparentl…

…production.Egypt has also attracted international electronics manufacturers, strengthening its position as one of Africa’s key destinations for mobile-device production and assembly.4. Condor, AlgeriaCondor is an established Algerian electronics brand with a presence in the mobile-phone market.The company produces a ra…

…and waste-to-energy plants as the state intensifies efforts to address its worsening waste management crisis. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Lagos Waste Management Authority, Muyiwa Gbadegesin, disclosed this during LAWMA’s mid-year media parley held at the agency’s office in Ijora-Olopa, Lago…

…his projects had been distributed across different parts of Osun. He said, "Reports of Edenisation in our administration are false. Yesterday, I just commissioned a flyover in Ile-Ife, and I am not from Ile-Ife. "I have commissioned dualised roads in Ila Orangun, Iwo, Osogbo, Ilesa, etc., all built by our administratio…

…at what the community needs, and try to see how they can intervene. And not just intervening with the resources available to them; we can also use our connections, leverage our internationality to bring in resources, which is not just about money. Sometimes it’s about expertise and knowledge because the person who is m…

…during the parade of the suspects at the DSS headquarters in Enugu on Monday evening, August 10, said the two remaining victims, Lawrence Igbo, a seminarian, and Emmanuel Onwudi, had regained freedom. Mbah said the ransom handed to the kidnappers was fully recovered, adding that security operatives tracked the suspects…

…it into his coat pocket."It says nothing," he snapped. "It's nothing. The old fool was senile. Senile and bitter.""Then let me see it," I said.The words came out before I knew I would speak them. Richard's head whipped toward me, and for the first time in my life, I saw something in his eyes I had never seen before. No…

…possible breakdown of peace in the area. "We believe that justice delayed is justice denied. We will not rest until those behind this m8rder are arrested and prosecuted. "May the soul of Pastor Prince Miefah Wilson rest in perfect peace. Amen." by Linda Ikeji at 11/08/2026 11:45 PM | Share this Story

…So, I think Sheikh Jingir just found an opportunity to open up what has been happening in secret,” Hayab said. “The man did not just say it in his room. The man said it in the presence of three governors, and they were all smiling. “An action that would have been frowned upon, an action that would have been rebuked, an…

…in your Google feed!Elochukwu Prosper, a Nigerian student who sat the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination, set social media buzzing after sharing his WAEC results and asking whether they were good enough to pursue a career in law.He uploaded a screenshot of his results on Facebook in August 2026, al…

…defended, but by the principles we were willing to defend. We must choose truth over convenience, standards over sentiments, and the future over political expediency,” he said. The statement follows the release of the names and credentials of presidential and vice-presidential candidates for the 2027 election by the In…

…a leading global voice for moderate Islam and interfaith outreach. He is also the most senior Islamic figure to have visited Auschwitz and, during the papacy of Pope Francis, spearheaded one of the first agreements between an Islamic organisation and the Vatican. Also present at the ceremony were ministers of the Feder…

…the terminal was later opened to passengers, the situation remained disorderly, likening the scene to a marketplace. According to him, passengers had yet to receive clear information on which aviation workers were involved in the strike, how long the industrial action would last or what measures had been put in place f…

…when she and her two children, ages 9 and 12, had just returned from the beach Monday evening, August 10, authorities said. She told the children to run inside and call for help when she started arguing with Savetz over a TV he wanted back. The couple had been in a "tumultuous" on-off relationship. During the argument…