…ministers, members of the National Assembly, traditional rulers, religious leaders, senior military officers, diplomats and other dignitaries from across the country, who gathered to celebrate Jang’s 80th birthday and witness the unveiling of his autobiography. The post Jang shaped my political journey, says Gov Mutfwa…
…student activist still burns today because every day, I see millions of young Nigerians denied opportunities that should have been theirs. “I stand before you today not merely as a former vice president or an elder statesman, but as a lifelong democrat who has never stopped believing that Nigeria can become the great n…
…equity investors. Infantino was forced to scrap the plan early Saturday after his senior adviser, who sat on a White House panel, resigned and Asia's soccer body joined Europe and North America in opposing it. Infantino had proposed creating a $20 billion company to run the World Cup with private investors, but drew ba…
…to Obasanjo's comment, Atiku, in a statement issued on Saturday, August 1, by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, described Obasanjo's remarks as "another failed attempt to rewrite history." He opined that the former Nigerian leader is still angry at him for opposing his third-term bid…
…appeared. Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria offered her admission that year through a screening process, and she was filled with hope. But her father refused to let her go, and despite arguments, she ultimately had to let the opportunity pass.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram…
Nollywood actress Uchenna Nnanna revealed she was hospitalised for three weeks after a near-fatal accident in 2013Uchenna opened up about losing both parents and a sister, sharing how grief and trauma reshaped her life entirelyThe actress disclosed she developed a phobia of flying after her sister's death and went year…
…Da Jacob Buba, announced the suspension of the 2026 Nzem Berom Festival, citing worsening insecurity in Plateau State and other parts of the country. Despite renewed peace efforts by stakeholders, violence has continued to plague Plateau State. In March, the Youth Initiative Against Violence and Rights Abuse brought to…
…Tinubu has appointed Yakubu Jang, son of former Plateau State Governor Jonah Jang, as Senior Special Assistant in the Office of the President. The announcement was made on Saturday by Vice President Kashim Shettima while delivering a goodwill message on behalf of President Tinubu at the 80th birthday celebration and bo…
…venue making rounds on Saturday and confirming to fans that the big day is very much happening.The footage, which spread quickly online, reveals a grand interior draped in rich fabric, lined with red carpets and packed with elaborate floral arrangements in red and white.Peller and Jarvis' white wedding venue features e…
…He announced the plan after visiting the Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone in the Republic of Benin with Vice President Kashim Shettima and other governors. Lawal said restoring the cotton and textile value chain will boost local manufacturing, create employment and improve the state's economy.PAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as…
…my colleagues are begging her to calm down. This is not the first time this thing is happening o.” Her claims suggest that similar incidents have affected her employment opportunities in the past, although no independent evidence has been provided to verify the allegation. Social media users react The emotional video h…
…reports stated that the Kuwait Ministry of Interior issued a circular aimed at strengthening oversight of the domestic labour sector through revised administrative procedures.However, the Nigerian government said the suspension involving Nigerian domestic workers predates those reports and was introduced at the request…
…is rare.Among them is German Gref, the head of Russia's largest bank and a former senior government official, who reportedly called for an end to the war in Ukraine, arguing that the prolonged conflict has damaged Russia's economy. The report also highlighted comments by Russian billionaire Andrey Melnichenko, who appe…
…arrest of suspected terrorist collaborators, the surrender of the family members of a senior ISWAP commander, and the recovery of terrorist logistics items. In a statement released on Saturday, August 1, the military said one of the operations conducted on July 27, troops of 5 Brigade arrested six ISWAP collaborators i…
…found the daughter in the house with slice wounds on her hands that she blamed on gardening tools. She told police that she and her dad "get along really well, but have small tiffs here and there and that they both get over it quickly," according to the document."Serena stated that she did not observe Gregory injured…
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…under the new policy. Other African countries on the list include Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Central African Republic, Côte d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Gabon, The Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Sey…
…consideration,” stressing that it was driven by principle rather than political convenience. “Today is not simply about changing political parties. It is about choosing principles over convenience. It is about choosing conviction over comfort. It is about choosing the people over power,” he said. The former lawmaker ma…
…communities to access,” the statement read. It added that all recruits underwent screening, background checks and security vetting before selection to confirm their identities, community records and suitability for security duties. According to the statement, the personnel received training in arms handling, navigation…
…Photo: portablebaeby/charles_okocha>When Portable refused to continue after the opening round, the atmosphere quickly turned sour, and the disappointment was palpable both at the venue and on social media.By Saturday, August 1, his management outfit, Zeh Nation/Dr Zeh, released a formal press statement addressing the i…
…its grip on the medal table at the ongoing 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, opening a commanding lead as just over half of the participating teams have secured medals with the competition entering its closing stages. The latest medal standings released on Saturday as obtained by PUNCH Online on the Glasgow 2026 webs…
…days after his demise. In a video recording sent to LIB, the grieving mother strongly denied claims that a widely circulated video showing her husband, 62-year-old Omolola David, locking a building gate was an attempt to lock Tosin out of her matrimonial home. Speaking in Yoruba, the deceased's mother clarified that th…
…from rape, incest, severe fetal abnormalities, intimate partner violence, life-threatening medical complications and economic hardship. Some continue those pregnancies. Others seek abortions – often in unsafe conditions. Too many suffer in silence because they fear judgment long before they seek help. “Perhaps the grea…
…with JAMB’s services by simplifying processes, improving communication, strengthening customer support and modernising service delivery. According to him, every interaction with the Board should leave candidates and parents “more informed, more respected and less anxious.” “We must never become the source of unnecessar…
…government has also rejected claims that Nigerian singer, Ayra Starr, and her team were denied visas, while Grammy-winning artiste Tyla has removed Lagos from her tour schedule amid rising diplomatic tension. Street-pop singer, Portable, lost his celebrity boxing rematch to Nollywood actor Charles Okocha by disqualific…