By Dennis Agbo Former South-East spokesman to President Bola Tinubu and Chairman of the Forum of Former Members of the Enugu State House of Assembly, Josef Onoh, has dismissed allegations that the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, interfered in the administration of the University of Abuja. In a statement issued…

The Director General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has charged Nigeria and the entire African continent to be deliberate in adding value to the continent’s huge mineral resources before export. Speaking on Wednesday in Abuja at the 7th African Emerging Markets Forum hosted by the Centr…

…development and national prosperity. Earlier, Adetunmbi commended the Tinubu administration’s economic and structural reforms, including the creation of the regional development commissions. He also praised Shettima’s leadership of the National Economic Council for driving tangible governance improvements at the subnat…

…as Nigeria's first live-action superhero as the company pushes to build a globally recognised African entertainment franchise.The Nigerian entertainment company said the high-fidelity digital model was developed to professional production standards and will serve as the master asset for future projects spanning animati…

…to extreme weather conditions and environmental degradation. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, Ede Yakubu, disclosed this while speaking with journalists on Wednesday in Lafia, the state capital. Yakubu said the ban was introduced because of the high rate of deforestation caused by…

…complainant until delivery.The judge held that the sentence is not intended to only punish the convict but also to remind members of the society that those who Impregnate girls will be held accountable under the law. He said that the law protects the dignity, welfare and future of women and children, saying that the co…

…(CIF) value of more than ₦59 million to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, saying the seizure prevented dangerous medicines from reaching unsuspecting Nigerians. The handover, according to a statement issued by the service on Wednesday, took place at the command’s headquarters in Port H…

…with expired visas at airports across the country, marking an expansion of the Trump administration's immigration enforcement campaign. According to a report by The New York Times published on Wednesday, officers from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have detained travellers at check-in counters, boar…

…anticipated flooding across the territory. The exercise followed directives by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, to mitigate predicted disasters through early intervention, public sensitisation and assessment of vulnerable communities. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the campaign began in Gwagwalada Area Council w…

…particularly striking is that the growth was not achieved through extreme sacrifice or punishing work schedules. PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!During the same period she was building her savings, Chiletam was paying off borrowed money, covering rent and utility bills,…

…fake agency. She said the Office of the Head of the Civil Service did not approve an organisational structure for the council, contrary to claims that it enjoyed full government recognition. Walson-Jack said the only approvals granted by her office were an authorised establishment and a provisional recruitment waiver b…

The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has restated his administration’s commitment to making schools across the state safe, saying the protection of children and teachers is non-negotiable amid rising security concerns nationwide. “The protection of children and teachers is non-negotiable amid rising security concerns…

…and fifteen sections for broader coverage, while recommending that enforcement be harmonised with existing national laws regulating medical and allied health professions. Contributing during debate, lawmakers praised the committee’s work and described the bill as timely, citing recent incidents involving unqualified pe…

…disclosed that a colleague died in a road accident while travelling to a government-organised screening exercise held after an earlier protest. “We came for a protest before, and a panel was set up. During the screening process, one of our colleagues had an accident on his way and died. “We are still waiting for the go…

…eyewitness, told AFP in the aftermath. Amir Abu Al-Amrain, the director general of the ministry of awqaf and religious affairs in the Gaza Strip, said Israeli forces had “completely destroyed” the mosque in the airstrike. “The occupation cites false pretexts — such as the alleged presence of military sites — to justify…

…a possible prison sentence of 1 to 50 years, while the terroristic threats charge is punishable by up to three years in prison, a $10,000 fine, and 9 to 18 months of post-release supervision. He added that Smith is scheduled to appear for a bond hearing at 8 a.m. on Wednesday at the Sarpy County Correctional Center. Sm…

…on behalf of the Sweden-based Foxtrot Network, one of Europe's most notorious organised crime groups.Johannes Kongsnes Natland, 19, was found guilty by an Old Bailey jury following a retrial and now faces a mandatory life sentence. Jurors deliberated for more than 17 hours before returning their verdict.Prosecutors sai…

…obligations. Speaking during a stakeholders’ engagement on Wednesday in Ikeja, organised by the FCCPC in partnership with LASCOPA, the Executive Vice Chairman of the FCCPC, Mr Tunji Bello, said that in Lagos, which is the commercial centre of Nigeria, millions of transactions take place across its markets, supermarkets…

…as "one-sided" and claiming that "every dive and every foul by the Argentinians went unpunished."Egypt also questioned officiating decisions following its 3-2 defeat to Argentina, arguing that a goal by Mostafa Zico was incorrectly ruled out for a foul in the build-up, while Mohamed Salah was denied a penalty before En…

Entire Ethiopian football team vanishes in Sweden after youth tournament An entire youth football team from Ethiopia has vanished in Sweden after the culmination of the Gothia Cup youth tournament in Gothenburg, sparking an international response. According to Sweden Herald, around 20 people, mostly players aged 14-17…

…the line of duty. Responding, Disu called for a stronger partnership between the two organisations, noting that the Force’s specialised Anti-Money Laundering Unit and other operational divisions play key roles in investigating financial crimes, terrorism financing, banditry and other transnational offences. The IGP des…

…The Netherlands rounds out the top 10, reflecting continued investments in defence modernisation and NATO commitments. 9. Greece Power Index (PwrIndx): 0.5484 2026 ranking movement: Stable Greece maintains its position among Europe’s strongest militaries, supported by its strategic location and modern armed forces. 8.…

…growing US pressure on Iraq to disarm pro-Iran groups there. Earlier this month, Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi visited both the United States and Iran. – Red Sea – The US had said the days-long cessation in fighting was aimed at kickstarting a new round of negotiations, including over the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has…

…representatives and other stakeholders to celebrate exceptional artistic talent and recognise students whose creativity best reflected the vision of the competition. More than a painting competition, the Sandtex Paint Your Dream Challenge is a purpose-driven initiative designed to encourage young people to dream boldly…

…intimidation. The exit of the relatives comes after human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu exposed the situation online. Gwamnishu confirmed that while the extended family members have packed out, Tosin's father-in-law remains in police custody. Tosin, 28, tragically lost her husband on July 20. According to reports,…