…Nnorom The US government said it has revoked more than 250,000 visas since President Donald Trump took office, as the administration continues its immigration crackdown and increases vetting of those eligible to enter the country. The revocations involved a variety of violations, including visa holders who violated the…

…largest economies, saying the country had an important role to play in promoting regional stability and economic growth. “The United States is proud to stand alongside Nigeria in pursuit of these common goals,” it added. The US said both countries were united by a commitment to progress on shared priorities, including…

…a list of designated learning institutions offering programmes that make international students eligible for the Post-Graduation Work PermitThe list covers all 13 Canadian provinces and territories, giving prospective international students a resource to identify where they can studyNot every programme at a listed inst…

…crashPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over 9 years of experience covering world news.Marondera, Zimbabwe - Prominent Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo and his wife, Lucy Muteke, have died after a helicopter carrying six people crashed…

A loved-up video of singer Lojay and Davido's cousin Folashade Adeleke grooving to his new song caught widespread attention onlineChioma Adeleke jumped into the comments, addressing Davido's cousin by her first name, which sparked debate among fansA netizen called out Chioma over her comment, saying she should show mor…

Mohbad’s family has secured a major step in its continued search for answers nearly three years after his deathThe Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has approved the family’s request for a fresh investigation into the circumstances surrounding the singer’s deathThe case has now been handed to the Special Enqu…

…marketPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Legit.ng journalist Dave Ibemere has over a decade of experience in business journalism, with in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian economy, stocks, and general market trends.Nigeria's telecoms sector is gaining a new operator after Swift Telephone…

…to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!On Wednesday, September 30, Ademoye finally set the record straight through a joint Instagram post with Egbuson, confirming the pictures were promotional material for a brand new film.The movie is titled My 30th Wedding and will be available exclusively on Ademoye's YouTub…

…of efforts to dominate the forest and restrict the movement of terrorists and other criminal elements. Troops rescue five abducted women in Katsina

A NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SPOTLIGHT ON PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR As Nigeria marks 66 years of nationhood, attention turns to the housing, infrastructure, urban renewal and homeownership initiatives advanced across the country under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. Since the beginning of the…

…was strengthening direct support for the poorest households and improving the National Social Register to ensure that assistance reached people who genuinely needed it. He also highlighted the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, saying it was helping children from low-income families pursue higher education despite their par…

…was strengthening direct support for poor households and improving the National Social Register to ensure that assistance reached those who needed it. He also highlighted the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, saying it was designed to ensure that students from low-income families could pursue higher education despite finan…

…money being made by real Nigerian businesses,” he said. The President said international observers, journalists, non-governmental organisations and multilateral institutions had also recognised the changes in the Nigerian economy. “These are not idle claims. International observers, journalists, NGOs and multilateral i…

…Excellence driving Nigeria’s Economic growth Chioma kachi Ewelike sat with the professional par excellence in person of Dr. Cherry Eromosele the Executive Vice President & Group Chief and Communications Officer of Interswitch to discuss business so far. 1. Tell us about what inspired the creation of Interswitch and how…

…export revenue exceeded $6 billion in 2025. “These are not idle claims. International observers, journalists, NGOs and multilateral institutions can see the change,” Tinubu said. He said Nigeria had reached a turning point, with the government’s focus now shifting from correcting the country’s economic course to achiev…

National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Nentawe Yilwatda has said Nigeria is moving towards becoming a stronger and more prosperous nation despite the economic challenges facing citizens. Yilwatda stated this in an Independence Day message signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Information Strategy…

…Despite the abundant liquidity, overnight borrowing costs recorded a modest increase. Analysts said the overnight lending rate rose by 28 basis points to 20.86 per cent, while the overnight policy rate remained at 20.50 per cent. The Nigerian Overnight Financing Rate, however, stayed at 20 per cent, which represents th…

…named David. “The property had been converted into ‘Shearwater Factory.’ The internal walls and partitions were knocked down, and heavy-duty industrial machines, wires, and pipes were installed inside my house, with workers living inside,” she testified. Justice Oshodi subsequently adjourned the matter till November 10…

…President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has blamed local marketers and international oil companies for fuelling protests over land earmarked for his proposed $16bn oil refinery in Lamu, Kenya. Dangote and the President of Kenya, William Ruto, performed the groundbreaking ceremony for the refinery in Lamu on Wedn…

…and Sexual Violence Agency Law 2021. Isaac was prosecuted under Section 137 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2015, which prescribes life imprisonment for anyone who has unlawful sexual intercourse with a child. The judge held that the prosecution established the two essential ingredients of the offence: that the vic…

…the Appeal Court sitting in Port Harcourt for leave to appeal a decision of the National Industrial Court and to compel the Rivers State Government to pay their outstanding salaries. The workers, numbering about 100, said they were disengaged by the Rivers State Government and their salaries have stopped since 2017. Th…

…urged the police to conduct the investigation with diligence, independence and professionalism while examining all relevant persons and circumstances. The lawyers said the family was not seeking to prejudge the outcome of the investigation or engage in “trial by media,” but wanted a credible, comprehensive and transpar…

…correspondent gathered that the deceased officer, who was attached to the Ikotun Divisional Police Station, was crossing the Third Mainland Bridge at the Adekunle Intersection, inward Lagos Island, when the incident occurred. The source said the incident happened while Bassey was deployed for route-lining duty for the…

By Chidinma Chukwu, Abuja As Nigeria marks its 66th Independence Anniversary, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) has urged Nigerians to take greater responsibility for the country’s development by supporting efforts to build a peaceful, productive and prosperous nation. The Deputy Director, Communication and Media,…

…command of misrepresenting the circumstances surrounding the arrests. Speaking with journalists on Wednesday, Bukar said only four of the arrested persons were members of the ADC, while the fifth person identified by the police was unknown to the party. He said one of those arrested, Adam Umar Gubio, who he described a…