…By the middle of the last century, great thinkers have already started to observe the flaws in democracy; that in the hands of politicians, the people were gradually losing their control of their destinies and their lives. Corruption in the three branches – executive, legislative and judiciary – was the rule; not the e…

…for the 2027 general election. The aggrieved aspirants insisted that the APC has not lawfully produced a governorship candidate, arguing that the process leading to Alli’s emergence failed to comply with the provisions of the Electoral Act and the party’s internal procedures. The dissenting aspirants are Engr. Hakeem A…

Kwara female lawmaker, Hon. Rukayat Shittu, was among female legislators from across Africa who participated in the West Africa Female Parliamentarians Peer Review Conference on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), held in Accra, Ghana. The three-day conference, organised by the Women in Politics Forum (WIPF…

…morality, repentance and peaceful coexistence across the country. It warned that any law with the effect of criminalising peaceful religious expression could constitute an unnecessary restriction on the constitutional rights of Nigerians. Consequently, OAIC appealed to Tinubu not to sign the bill into law in its curren…

…he is discussing the matter with the city's legal team. He emphasized that whatever the law allows him to do in New York City is what they will do.The UN General Assembly, a major gathering of world leaders, takes place in September at the UN headquarters in New York. Mamdani has vowed in the past to use the NYPD to en…

German lawmaker steps down for using surrogacy to have a child with gay partner A senior figure in German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's centre-right Christian Democratic Union (CDU), Jens Spahn, has resigned as chairman of the party's parliamentary group following controversy over his use of a surrogate mother in the Uni…

…on Nigerian roads, OAIC said it supports measures that enhance road safety but urged lawmakers to ensure that such measures do not unnecessarily restrict constitutionally protected freedoms. The association noted that preaching in commercial vehicles has long been used by some individuals as a means of sharing religiou…

…acts capable of threatening public peace or be prepared to face the full weight of the law. Vanguard News The post Gang members shoot policeman while gunning for rivals linked to NURTW leaders appeared first on Vanguard News.

…associations, and many others. Speaking to thousands of beneficiaries at the Mallawa Eid Ground in Zaria, Speaker Tajudeen explained that this initiative was part of his constituency outreach aimed at supporting farmers and others in need of fertiliser to boost their farming activities for a bountiful harvest. The Spea…

…Nigerian Content Development, Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited, Olarenwaju Olawuyi, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to developing indigenous capacity through sustained investment in human capital. Represented by Funso Alabi, Olawuyi said the programme would combine classroom learning with practical field e…

…to the welfare of the people, urging support regardless of political dividesThe lawmaker called on Garo to keep strengthening the APC and backing policies that will bring meaningful development to Kano State and NigeriaFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Kano - Hon. Fahad Dankabo has welcomed Sadeeq G…

…wife who is in the UK with their kids (read here). Responding via a statement from his lawyers, Timi explained that he does not owe DJ Timmy any money. According to the statement from Timi's lawyers, Timi and Revolve Entertainment and its representative; Mr.,Otis Ayodele Kubeyinje, popularly known as"Baddest DJ Timmy",…

…its notice:"Our objective is to advocate for the preservation of democracy, the rule of law, political tolerance and the protection of every citizen's constitutional right to participate freely in the democratic process without fear of intimidation or discrimination."Participants are expected to assemble at the Maitama…

…Entertainment £4,106 in expenses tied to a proposed United Kingdom tour, with his lawyers threatening legal action against the promoter and its representative, Otis Ayodele Kubeyinje, popularly known as “Baddest DJ Timmy.” In a letter dated July 18, 2026, shared via Timi Dakolo’s Instagram page and signed by Tope Salam…

…new search feature at Legit.ng! A federal high court sitting in Abuja has dismissed a lawsuit brought by members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) who sought to compel the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to formally recognise the Kabiru Turaki-led interim national working committee (NWC) of the par…

…elections. Justice Inyang Ekwo issued the order on Thursday, July 17, 2026, after lawyers for both defendants appeared in court and formally joined issues with the plaintiffs in suit FHC/ABJ/CS/1429/2026. The case was brought by Engr. Sesugh Akaagba alongside other aggrieved APC candidates from Benue state.

…deserve prompt, impartial and transparent investigation in accordance with the law. “However, sensational allegations must never be elevated to established facts without evidence.” According to the coalition, misinformation and propaganda capable of distracting security agencies could undermine ongoing operations aimed…

…In a unanimous judgment delivered by a five-member panel led by Justice Ibrahim Saulawa, the apex court set aside the judgment of the Court of Appeal and restored the earlier decision of the Federal High Court in Lagos, which had held that the assets were reasonably suspected to have been acquired with proceeds of unla…

…over 18 bags of cannabis sativa weighing about 756 kilogrammes to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency. The handover took place on Friday at the NNS Beecroft parade ground, Apapa, Lagos State. The Commander, NNS BEECROFT, Aiwuyor Adams-Aliu, while addressing journalists at the base, disclosed that the illicit consi…

…by Palestinian officials​. The authorities ​​insist the action ​violates international law.​ Around 500,000 Israeli settlers now live in the occupied West Bank,​ while about 250,000 liv​e in occupied East Jerusalem. ​This week, Israel signed an 8.5 billion-shekel ($2.3 billion) agreement to expand settlements in the We…

…along Mbak 4 Community in Uyo Local Government Area. "Rather than being handed over to law enforcement authorities, he was subjected to a barbaric mob attack on 19th April, 2026, during which he was beaten with sticks and machetes until he d!ed. The suspects allegedly tied the victim's hands and legs, dragged his lifel…

…and Wase Local Government Area to support their traditional institutions, remain law-abiding and work together to sustain the prevailing peace. BACCODA further reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with the Plateau State Government, traditional institutions and the Federal Government under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu…

…many workers can barely survive on their salaries. Justice, fairness and the rule of law are under serious threat, while insecurity continues to claim innocent lives,” he added. The former Secretary to the Ebonyi State Government said the Senate offers enormous opportunities for development but noted that many lawmaker…

…Community Development Trusts (HCDTs) promptly in compliance with the provisions of the law. Adeboyejo further encouraged the companies to embrace alternative dispute resolution mechanisms and minimise litigation in order to foster harmonious relationships with host communities, operators and regulators. Companies prese…

…mechanisms—had not been given sufficient national debate before the bill became law. His intervention is coming on the heels of the 2027 elections intensifies nationwide, prompting rising concerns among stakeholders about the impartiality of security agencies during the electoral period. The NNPP Stalwart warned that w…