…ambulances to healthcare facilities to improve emergency referrals in rural and underserved communities. Secretary to the Kaduna State Government (SSG), Dr Abdulkadir Mu’azu Mayere disclosed this on Wednesday at the ground breaking ceremony of the projects. He noted that the initiatives demonstrates Governor Uba Sani’s…

The Niger State Commissioner of Police, CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, has charged Gender Desk Officers across the state to adopt professionalism, empathy and diligence in handling Sexual and Gender-Based Violence, SGBV cases. Elleman gave the charge on Wednesday during a one-day capacity-building programme organised by t…

…stories on Google.Add Punch on Google He said Wednesday that top officers who “responded positively” to the previous speech are “leading newly focused and newly empowered and disciplined formations,” while those who did not “no longer work here.” “We are no longer the woke department, or the weak department,” Hegseth s…

The Nigeria Democratic Congress, Benue State Chapter, has condemned the gruesome murder of the party’s Fiidi Ward Council Chairman in Makurdi Local Government Area of the state, Igbu Terhemen. Igbu was reportedly attacked by suspected hoodlums, who allegedly tied him with ropes, injected him with substances suspected t…

…development, the Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Odunayo Clement Adebooye, commended the Osun State Government and other stakeholders for their support and commitment to the institution’s growth. Adebooye said, “The university would continue to build on the achievement and pursue initiatives aimed at strengthe…

…rights. Abba said the business models of many mainstream social media platforms depended heavily on the collection and monetisation of users’ data. He, however, said it had become important for Nigerians to understand their digital rights and explore platforms that offered greater control and privacy. “It is against th…

…becoming deeply consumed in what he called the Holy Ghost. He claimed that as he wandered further from the hotel, Jesus appeared beside him.What Apostle Osayi says Jesus told himOsayi narrated how he seized the moment to make two specific requests from Jesus, saying he asked for the power to raise the dead and the abil…

…suspects face charges including criminal conspiracy, thuggery, and inciting disturbance under the Borno State Penal CodeAmnesty International rejected the police's drug claims and demanded the immediate release of all five menPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Legit.ng journalist Ridwa…

…must be physically present in the UK at the time of applicationThe application fee for indefinite leave to remain stands at £3,226, though fee waivers are available for those who cannot afford itPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!The UK government…

…SGF, Senator George Akume, made the declaration on Wednesday in Abuja at the 66th Independence Anniversary Lecture. Akume’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Yomi Odunuga, in a statement said the SGF categorically declared that; “We will not return to the ruinous petroleum subsidy regime of the past”. He said the…

…of the road, Oba Ojo-Fadipe identified three locations where flooding had severely undermined the highway, posing risks to motorists and pedestrians. “Vehicle movement is becoming increasingly difficult. I am pleading on behalf of the people of Otan-Ayegbaju and the motorists using this road that Governor Ademola Adele…

…will address Nigerians at 7am on Thursday, October 1, as the country marks its 66th Independence anniversary. The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. Onanuga said television and radio stations, as well as other elec…

…state’s security architecture. In a statement he signed, the human rights lawyer commended the governor for his stance in the fight against insecurity, noting that the prosecution of kidnap suspects and demolition of their dens is a strong message that violence and crime must not be tolerated. The lawyer, however, decr…

…and gain skills and knowledge in designated industries. The bilateral agreements are intended to provide a formal framework that protects the interests of both the sending country and the interns themselves, while also ensuring that organisations on the Japanese side operate within established guidelines.The publicatio…

…solely on the grade, she used the post to reflect on the broader experience of her undergraduate years, describing a journey that involved leadership roles, community service, and personal growth alongside her studies.LASU student shares how she bagged first-class degreeIn her own words, Soremekun did not simply attend…

Twin sisters Sonusi Busolami Taiwo and Sonusi Busayomi Kehinde both graduated from Osun State University with strikingly similar CGPAsThe sisters initially gained admission into the Department of Public Health before switching to the Department of Nursing Science in their 200 levelThe twins revealed they studied togeth…

…Wednesday by its National Publicity Secretary, Ken Eluma Asogwa, to mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary. The LP said Nigeria’s continued existence as one indivisible nation, despite decades of challenges, reflected the collective resolve of its citizens and the strength of the country’s unity and diversity. Th…

Prime Minister Mayor Andy Burnham has defended Manchester City’s owners, saying he would be “really concerned” if they decided to sell the club following the Premier League’s financial-rule case against City. Burnham praised the City Football Group and its wider ownership for investing heavily in Manchester since Sheik…

…in Abuja and the Consulate General in Lagos has announced plans to close for Nigeria’s Independence Day holiday. The US Mission disclosed this in a post on its official X handle on Friday. The post read, “The US Embassy in Abuja and Consulate General in Lagos will not be open for business on Thursday, October 1, 2026,…

Music executive Don Jazzy has responded after an X user claimed he was expecting a baby with Ayra Starr’s motherThe social media user shared videos of Don Jazzy and the singer’s mother while making the claim about an alleged unborn childDon Jazzy appeared unimpressed by the allegation, directing the X user to his famil…

…being attractive to migrants does not mean governments will keep immigration rules open indefinitely.The UK has sharply reduced some migration routesThe UK provides one of the clearest examples of how quickly immigration policy can change.In March 2026, the British government introduced a “visa brake” affecting certain…

…an institution listed on the Global Universities ListSuccessful applicants can bring dependent partners and children to the UK, though the route does not lead to permanent settlementPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! The United Kingdom has officially set an annual limit of 8,000 applic…

…The NFF further argued that Edo Queens neither refused to play extra time nor demanded penalties nor misrepresented the regulations to the referee. “Rather, the club complied with the official instruction that the winner be decided from the spot,” the federation argued. It maintained that Edo Queens neither elected nor…

…to major West African markets were shifting the region from its traditional dependence on European imports towards regional supply.He said the development presented Nigeria with an opportunity to emerge as a major regional refining and trading hub.However, Clark said growing domestic refining capacity had not eliminate…

…candidate in Delta State, Deacon Chris Iyovwaye, has called for the state’s “independence” from poverty, unemployment, insecurity and “failed leadership.” He urged Deltans to “reset” the state ahead of the 2027 governorship election. Iyovwaye made the call in his Independence Day address made available to PUNCH Online…