Under this government you can insult and attack the president and still go to bed without midnight troubles - Tinubu President Bola Tinubu has said Nigerians are free to criticise or insult him without fear of reprisals, describing tolerance of criticism as part of his administration's commitment to democratic freedoms…
…get a hug anymore… This is what heartbreak means, mehn,” she wrote. Reflecting on her unfulfilled wish before his demise, she expressed sadness that her father did not get to meet her unborn child, noting that she desperately wished for more time with him. “I love you, Daddy, but I just wanted more time, more time, mor…
…Nigerian lady, shared photos of herself after landing in Europe, with a caption that announced her departure from NigeriaHer post, which included the Hungarian flag emoji, caught the attention of many Nigerians who flooded the comments with congratulationsSeveral commenters revealed they were also planning to relocate,…
The naira gained ground against the pound, dollar and euro in the official FX market on Wednesday, September 2, 2026Bloomberg-cited analysts project the naira could achieve its strongest annual performance since 2018Nigeria's external reserves climbed to $53.9 billion, their highest level in 18 yearsPAY ATTENTION: Mark…
…ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues Gbagada, Lagos State - An Ikeja Electric Plc technician was rescued after sustaining an electric shock mid-operation on a power po…
Some betrayals don't reveal their full weight until the silence that follows. When the sun came up after my daughter's wedding, I learned that even the darkest endings can hide an unexpected ally.PAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! >The morning of Stella's wedding, I stood at the window…
…siphoning petroleum products reportedly died after inhaling toxic fumes. While community sources put the death toll at 43, the Rivers State Police Command said it could not confirm the actual number of casualties, stressing that investigation into the incident was ongoing. The incident reportedly occurred around midnig…
After spending 68 days away from the classroom, students of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA), Ondo, on Thursday took to the streets to protest the continued closure of the institution. The protesting students blocked all the major roads around the university town, demanding an immediate end to the prolo…
…released on Thursday. He described the command’s August scorecard as a reflection of its unwavering commitment to combating drug trafficking and substance abuse in the state. He noted that several intelligence-led operations resulted in the arrest of 68 suspected drug traffickers, comprising 34 males and 34 females. “T…
PHCN official escapes d£ath by a whisker after suffering an electric shock while working on a pole in Lagos (video) An official of the Power Holding Company of Nigeria PHCN escaped de@th by a whisker after suffering an electric shock while working on a power pole in Gbagada, Lagos. The worker and his team visited the a…
New York bans AI use for children until high school New York will ban students' use of artificial intelligence in public schools through eight grade, typically age 13 or 14, the city's mayor announced in a move designed to protect children's education and mental health. The prohibition, announced on Wednesday, Septembe…
…Amazon Prime and Netflix exited Nigeria. The filmmaker pointed out that filmmakers were unfairly targeted and blamed for Prime and Netflix's exit. He then asked if Nigerians would now blame taxi drivers for the exit of Uber. He wrote: "That thing you people did to filmmakers when Prime left and netflfix cut investment,…
…James and Chico DeBarge have been arrested in Los Angeles after police allegedly found suspected fentanyl and methamphetamine in their possession. The siblings were arrested on the night of August 27 in Burbank, California, after police reportedly pulled them over for traffic violations. According to law enforcement so…
…at the age of 92. Steinem "passed away peacefully at her home in New York City, surrounded by some of the many who loved her", a statement shared to her Instagram page said. "Gloria's near-century on earth were years well-lived, and she continued working for equality until the very end," the post announcing her passi…
…save the Nigerian economy, stressing the need for political leaders to prioritise the country’s long-term interests over electoral considerations. The Chairman of the occasion, former Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, said the 2027 election should be viewed beyond a contest for political power and as a…
…were said to be missing following the incident, which occurred in the mainly coastal community. It was gathered that more than 100 persons from Okrika and neighbouring communities had stormed the jetty in locally made boats to load the product from the illegal tapping point. A source in the community told PUNCH Online…
…club Western Sydney Wanderers. Chelsea said the move represents an important opportunity for the youngster to continue his development at senior level. “Landon will gain valuable top-flight experience in Scotland,” Chelsea said in a statement obtained from its website on Thursday, while wishing the academy graduate “go…
…exit of global e-hailing company, Uber from Nigeria. DAILY POST reports that Uber announced its exit from Nigeria after 12 years of operations on Wednesday. Uber, in its terse statement on Wednesday, did not state the reason for its exit but noted that the decision was a difficult one. “We know this is heavy news, and…
The Speaker of the Kaduna State House of Assembly, Yusuf Dahiru Liman, has sponsored a bill seeking to regulate house rent charges imposed by landlords and property owners across the state. The proposed legislation is aimed at addressing rising accommodation costs, which have placed increasing financial pressure on low…
…decision of the Ekiti State High Court which removed the monarch from the throne. Counsel to the plaintiff, Falade Olasunkanmi, said the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the judgment is expected to be released today, Thursday. “The court affirmed the High Court judgment in its entirety. That is just it — deposing him,” Fal…
…first birthday days earlier, nearby, Priscilla called out to her husband from the background."Baby, the gift is from mummy. It's from mommy," she said.The nudge worked. Juma Jux turned to Iyabo Ojo and offered his appreciation warmly."I love you ma. Thank you," he told her.Watch the video from
…the pump after Brent crude oil crossed $95 per barrel, driven by military escalations around the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's busiest oil transit routes.The international benchmark surged roughly 5% in a single trading session after the United States struck Iranian targets near the strategic waterway. Washingto…
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…“Following the engagement, troops successfully rescued the six kidnapped victims unharmed. “The rescued victims and the vehicle were subsequently handed over to the relevant community authorities for further necessary action. “The successful rescue operation demonstrates the resolve by the troops of Operation Fansan Ya…
…her home in Jackson, Mississippi. Her cause of death was not disclosed. "It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Cassandra Wilson, the Grammy Award-winning and legendary jazz artist," Torre said in a statement. According to the statement, Wilson died peacefully at home surrounded by family, close f…