The Akwa Ibom State chapter of the Obidient Movement condemned the last-minute police directive cancelling their planned two million-man march in UyoThe march, organised in support of NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi and his running mate Rabiu Kwankwaso, was scheduled to hold on October 1, 2026State Director Benjam…

…and people can go about their businesses without fear. The call was contained in an Independence Day statement by CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, as Nigeria marked its 66th Independence Anniversary. Okoh said CAN welcomed the shift from economic reforms to a focus on prosperity, but stressed that Nigerians must…

…filed two lawsuits in federal court. One names the United States and seeks damages under the Federal Tort Claims Act, alleging wrongful death, negligence and other misconduct. The second names the killer, Jonathan Ross, along with senior Trump administration officials including then-Homeland Security Secretary Kristi N…

…channels By Daniel Abia PORT HARCOURT — The Rivers State House of Assembly has suspended other legislative business to inspect flood-ravaged communities in Port Harcourt and Obio/Akpor Local Government Areas, following concerns over the worsening flood situation in the state. The decision was taken during the 55th Legi…

…in Ogun Waterside come barely a week after the state government signed Memoranda of Understanding with global ports and logistics operator DP World for the development of the Gateway Deep Sea Port and the 10,000-hectare Ogun State Blue Marine Special Economic Zone. Together, the projects are expected to attract an init…

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Thursday, called on citizens to appreciate the sacrifices of Nigeria’s founding heroes and remain united in the face of current challenges, regardless of religious or ethnic differences. The governor made the call during the 66th Independence Anniversary celebration held at the Leka…

…to Him’ The man reportedly has two children in Nigeria from a previous marriage that ended because of infidelity. The relationship expert said the man is now more concerned about maintaining his financial independence than getting married. “He is 39. He already has two children in Nigeria from a previous marriage that…

…from Dubai to Ben Gurion Airport experienced a security incident that was brought under controlAbdullah bin Zayed asked after the safety of passengers on the affected flight and sent greetings to their familiesPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! UAE Foreign Affairs Minister Sheikh Abdul…

…the interview, Flight FZ1073, carrying 174 people from Dubai to Tel Aviv, descended into chaos when Captain Machchhar was stabbed by a copilot. Despite his injuries, the captain found the strength to release the cockpit door lock, allowing crew members and passengers to rush in, overpower the co-pilot, and regain contr…

…the same breakNigeria arrived home on Wednesday after a mixed AFCON 2027 qualifier that ended with a heavy defeat to Guinea-BissauPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Russia head coach Valery Karpin has warned that his side's upcoming friendly agains…

…in South Africa, Eswatini, Lesotho and beyond on the occasion of Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary. She said the Consulate General was fully conscious of urgent concerns surrounding passport services and difficulties being experienced by many Nigerians due to xenophobic/afrophobic attacks and threats of attacks.…

…and Funtua Local Government Areas. The military said the victims were subsequently handed over to the Chairman of Bakori Local Government Area, Hon. Abubakar Musa, for reunification with their families. The operation is part of ongoing efforts by security forces to disrupt criminal activities and protect communities ac…

…to Rule C26 of its Frameworks and Rules, to either accept the sanctions imposed under the Summary Jurisdiction or elect, in writing, to have the matter referred to a Disciplinary Panel. The club has 48 hours from the date of the notice to make its decision, while the fines are to be paid within seven working days after…

The Ogun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has held an interfaith prayer session ahead of the 2027 general elections, with the party’s governorship candidate, Senator Solomon Adeola, expressing confidence that the party would emerge victorious. Adeola, who spoke at the gathering on Wednesday, said he belie…

…his wife.Chivayo and his wife lost their lives when their helicopter crashed in the Marondera Rural area of Zimbabwe on Wednesday, 30 September 2026. Reactions trail Susan Mutami's old tweet predicting Wicknell Chivayo's accident. Photo credit@sirwicknell>The tragedy sent shockwaves across the country and beyond, with…

…became apparent when the time came to renew the rent, as the landlord allegedly demanded a new amount running into millions of naira. She expressed frustration over the situation and warned business owners against investing heavily in rented properties without considering the possibility of changes in tenancy costs. “S…

…there’s no money for anybody to steal,” Amaechi said. Fuel subsidy removal comes under criticism Amaechi also questioned the benefits Nigerians have received since President Bola Tinubu’s administration removed the petrol subsidy. He argued that the policy had not translated into sufficient benefits for citizens, while…

…of the image read. The airline confirmed it had received a writ “which we find hard to understand”. “Like almost all of Norway, we supported the national team this summer, through a few spontaneous posts inspired by trends on social media,” spokeswoman Catharina Solli told AFP. “It is regrettable that this support has…

…Digital said. Specifically, 2,300 visas connected with birth tourism were revoked. “Under President Trump and Secretary Rubio, the State Department has now revoked more than 250,000 visas — a historic milestone that reflects our unwavering commitment to protecting the American people. “Every visa decision is a national…

…erupts at PTI Junction in Delta State after youths who gathered for a 5-kilometre Independence Day Run expressed anger over the distribution of T-shirts bearing the image of President Bola Tinubu. The participants, who were said to have gathered for the exercise, were surprised when organisers began distributing “Soft…

The United States Government has congratulated Nigeria on the country’s 66th Independence Anniversary, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations between both countries. The US Department of State, in a statement issued by the Office of the Spokesman on Thursday, said it valued its relationship wit…

…mean a graduate is ineligible for the permit regardless of which institution they attended.The full and searchable list of PGWP-eligible DLIs is available on the official IRCC website, where students can filter results by province or territory to narrow down their options before making any application or enrolment deci…

…his wife Lucy Muteke were among six people on board a helicopter that went down in Marondera, ZimbabweThe aircraft crashed at Kudenga Farm about 40 minutes after take-off from Gandami in Chikomba district on WednesdayKenya's President William Ruto paid tribute to Chivayo as a 'dear friend' following confirmation of the…

…From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Folashade responded warmly to Chioma's comment, but one observant fan was quick to call out the style of address, arguing that Chioma should have been more respectful given that Folashade is her in-law.The viral video of Lojay and Folashade Adeleke is be…

…into the circumstances surrounding the singer’s deathThe case has now been handed to the Special Enquiry Bureau, with a representative of the Aloba family PAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! The family of late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has ma…