The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Imo State has called for the prosecution of Orlu LGA Chairman, Chris Mbarie, over what it described as inciting remarks against opposition members in the state, alleging that APC ‘s act of intimidating opposition parties and the electorate will no longer be tolerated. The party, in…
…Dapo Abiodun, has formally welcomed former ward leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and African Democratic Congress (ADC) from Ijebu North, Ijebu East, Ijebu North-East and Odogbolu Local Government Areas of Ogun East Senatorial District into the All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking at a meeting with the…
…said the approach of the 2027 general elections required greater vigilance, particularly as young people remained vulnerable to recruitment for political violence and other forms of criminality. He said the command had launched a campaign tagged “My Future Is Greater Than Politics”, aimed at discouraging political viol…
…commence its 2026 Annual National Conference in Umuahia, Abia State, with more than 600 participants expected to attend. The conference, themed “Faith, Resilience and Responsibility: Muslim Women Responding to Challenges,” will bring together women leaders, scholars, professionals, entrepreneurs, youth representatives,…
…by Hon. Idris Aregbe, Special Adviser to the Lagos state governor on Tourism, Arts and Culture, as they made their way to the royal palace to participate in the annual celebration of Yoruba heritage and indigenous traditions.Actress Soyato Gaga pays homage to a king during Lagos Isese Day festival. >Popular content cre…
…thuggery, empower them to recognise their potential and encourage them to become active partners in community safety and national development. Aliyu said the campaign would be sustained through the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices and taken to communities across Bauchi State. He said, “The security of ou…
…idea being that they will be rewarded if it is successful. "The cash compensates their participation and success, and the equity recognises what we're building together. If we get this right, it should properly place these amazing athletes on the same level as they are every four years during the Olympics," Ohanian to…
…Ayush Gupta, the deputy commissioner of police in Bhopal, said four of the accused participated in the murd£r while Khan guided them on a video call. When the gang failed to sell the testicles, Khan is said to have ordered the group to dispose of the organs in separate lakes. Police recovered Rehan's body from Lower La…
Gospel artiste, Asu Ekiye, ends marriage of 28 years Gospel artiste, Asu Ekiye, and his wife, Kunemofa, have ended their 28-year marriage. The singer announced the crash of their marriage on social media this morning August 20. He disclosed that their marriage ended a year ago but he chose to announce it today after "a…
…inconsolable. 'Physical pain might be bound to a period but the pain of the mind and heart is timeless.' by Linda Ikeji at 20/08/2026 12:01 PM | Share this Story
…town of Kalimpong. Her husband, Noni, 55, desperate to find his wife, formed a search party with his neighbours after becoming concerned when she failed to come back in the evening. The head of the village, Suardi Rosi told AFP that her husband "found her belongings... which made him suspicious. The villagers then sear…
…committee in Ibadan. The meeting was conspicuously held in the absence of some of the party’s prominent aggrieved governorship aspirants, including former governor and Senator Teslim Folarin, Minister of Power, Bayo Adelabu, Akeem Agbaje, Hakeem Alao and former deputy governor, Rauf Olaniyan. The reconciliation meeting…
…The company also disclosed that it was working constructively with relevant parties to resolve legacy administrative matters that predated the current board, stressing that the process would not affect its capacity to meet its bond obligations. Yari further reaffirmed the board’s support for the transformation of Niger…
…Ojiako with the suit number, HOW/146/1999. The Princess informed that she had written an article on how the Njemanze family inherited Area K. She explained that the land was acquired through a well documented process between the Njemanze dynasty and the people of Umuguma in compensation for the death of one of her uncl…
The Department of State Services has arrested a man identified as Moferewa Maiye for allegedly impersonating an officer of the Service and using a fake firearm to extort commuters and motorists in Abuja. Maiye was arrested late Wednesday by DSS operatives at his hideout around NITEL Junction, along Adetokunbo Ademola W…
…of Plateau State. The troops, operating under Sector 8 of Operation ENDURING PEACE as part of Operation HARD KNOCK, launched the operation following credible intelligence of a planned attack on Mwar Community in Chakfem Kingdom. The intelligence received on August 19, 2026, indicated an imminent threat by suspected ban…
…refinery reduced its petrol ex-depot price to ₦1,165 per litre, down from ₦1,215, as part of efforts to make petroleum products more affordable and strengthen distribution across Nigeria. The ₦50 reduction took effect on August 6, 2026.Dangote Refinery expands free petrol delivery to more Nigerian states. ImagesThe fre…
…has announced the steps Nigerians must follow to access financing for laptops, smartphones, tablets and other digital devices through the Credit for Laptops, Internet, Connectivity and Knowledge Digital Devices (C.L.I.C.K.D.) Programme.The initiative, implemented by the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP),…
…to suggest she holds a powerful connection to the presidency and the APC political party. PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Eniola, for her part, was heard expressing her appreciation to the Fuji maestro, saying, "Thank you for all you do."She later took to Instagram to sh…
…from officers involved in the detention and those present at the RPF office. “We have started an inquiry. Statements from the police officials who caught him and those present at the police station will be taken. We are also waiting for the autopsy report,” he said. The investigation into the death is being conducted b…
…should never become personal hatred. Today’s opponent may become tomorrow’s partner in national development. Politicians must, therefore, compete vigorously while preserving mutual respect and the unity of the country,” the statement partly read. The group further appealed to political parties, candidates and their sup…
Court remands man for allegedly poisoning two children to d3ath in Benue A Magistrates' Court in Makurdi on Wednesday ordered that Utim Ukerchia be remanded in a correctional centre for allegedly causing the d3ath of two children in Daudu, Guma Local Government Area of Benue StateThe police charged Ukerchia with culpab…
Moment gold mine collapses on artisanal miners in Central African Republic leaving 100 de@d More than 100 people have been k!lled after an artisanal gold mine collapsed in western Central African Republic (CAR) near the border with Cameroon. The collapse occurred on Tuesday, August 18, in the village of Zamboye, about…
…serving as vice president from 1999 to 2007 and switching between various political parties. However, Atiku said: “Whether I win or lose, 2027 will be my last time contesting for the presidency.” The former vice president also alleged that President Bola Tinubu’s academic certificates are fake. Atiku maintained that Ni…
…has reactivated Operation VELVET across the state’s 20 Local Government Areas as part of intensified efforts to enforce traffic regulations, improve road safety and ensure the free flow of vehicular movement on major highways. The operation, directed by the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, targets tra…