A former Assistant Director of the Department of State Services, Dennis Amachree, has said late military Head of State, Gen. Sani Abacha, believed he was invincible. Amachree made the assertion in his new memoir, DSS @40: My Journey Behind the Shield, excerpts of which were published by The Nation on Tuesday. He stated…
…on the directive of President Bola Tinubu. The meeting brings together Heads of State, ministers, global policymakers and road safety experts to accelerate the implementation of commitments aimed at halving road traffic deaths and injuries by 2030 under the UN Decade of Action for Road Safety. The statement partly read…
…this moment feels like.">Was she saying what I thought she was saying? The joy had vanished from our guests' faces, replaced with confusion and, in some cases, amusement.I looked at Ethan. Our gazes met, and I silently pleaded with him to fix this… to quietly stop his mother from ruining our moment.He nodded slightly.B…
A former Assistant Director of the Department of State Services, Dennis Amachree, has described the regime of late military Head of State, late Gen. Sani Abacha, as one of “extreme authoritarianism and brutal repression.” The retired intelligence officer added that Abacha’s regime was marked by widespread human rights…
A former Assistant Director of the Department of State Services, Dennis Amachree, has claimed that former military Head of State, late Gen. Sani Abacha, died from a cardiac arrest during an intimate encounter with his girlfriend. Amachree made the claims in his newly released memoir, DSS @40: My Journey Behind the Shie…
…released on Tuesday. The report, jointly published by the Food and Agriculture Organisation and four other UN agencies, found that 309 million people in Africa suffered from hunger in 2025, representing 20 per cent of the continent’s population. By comparison, 292 million people in Asia, or about six per cent of its po…
…on Monday, July 20, prompting close monitoring by the Royal Navy.According to the UK Ministry of Defence, the Russian frigate Neustrashimy notified HMS Tyne, a Royal Navy offshore patrol vessel, of its intention to conduct the exercise before opening fire. A French military aircraft also contacted the vessel over radio…
…the false rumours of her d3ath three days before she d!ed at the residence of the Minister of Works, David Umahi. Habila,26, d!ed on June 27, 2026, and her body was found inside a room in one of the buildings within the Minister's country home in Uburu, Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State According to Anita,…
The #1 richest K-pop idol is Park Jin-young (J.Y. Park), founder of JYP Entertainment, with an estimated net worth of $200–250 million — a fortune that dwarfs every active performer on this list and is built primarily on equity in one of South Korea's "Big Three" music conglomerates. The gap between him and the runner-…
…FIFA has confirmed that Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes will not face any punishment for an incident involving Spain's Gavi during the 2026 World Cup final.Paredes had initially been reported as receiving a red card from referee Slavko Vincic after appearing to push Gavi by the throat during the match. However, th…
…these assets. The team carefully assessed each bidder’s competence and experience, organisational and operational capacity, credibility of their proposed work programme, resource commitment to execution, and the ability to deliver within the proposed time frame,” Eyesan said. She explained that the commission assessed…
EFCC clears NIS Boss Kemi Nandap in visa fraud probe The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has cleared the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Kemi Nandap, of any involvement in its ongoing investigation into an alleged visa fraud scheme. The anti-graft agency clarified that Kemi…
…they spent Sunday in solitary confinement, calling the conditions "cruel and unusual punishment," but said U.S. Marshals informed him they would later be moved to the general prison population.The Tate brothers were arrested after U.S. Marshals executed a UK extradition warrant. British prosecutors are seeking their re…
…to Brazilian news outlet TMC, the 26-year-old forward recently underwent a chin harmonisation procedure at a dermatology clinic in Goiânia soon after returning from a holiday in Europe. Chin harmonisation (or chin augmentation) is a cosmetic procedure used to alter the shape, size, or projection of the chin to create b…
The Actors Guild of Nigeria has appealed to governments, corporate organisations, development partners and non-governmental organisations to support the maiden African Children’s Film Festival 2026, describing the initiative as a strategic investment in nurturing the next generation of African filmmakers and storytelle…
…on Sunday during the official ceremony marking the 47th anniversary of the 1979 Sandinista revolution, in which he helped overthrow the brutal dictatorship of Anastasio Somoza. "There won't be any more elections here for them to try to seize the government and seize power," Ortega said to his supporters. "The days when…
…war that began on February 28 following U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran. Iran's Foreign Ministry confirmed that mediators recently presented several proposals to Tehran, indicating that diplomatic channels remain active. Neither the ministry nor the official provided further specifics regarding the proposed ceasefire term…
…emphasised the need to strengthen security in schools through early warning mechanisms capable of detecting potential attacks before they occur. He added that participants also recommended the deployment of members of the Civilian Joint Task Force to schools to enhance security and reassure parents. He urged parents to…
The organised labour unions in Ondo State have warned the management of the Federal University of Technology Akure Teaching Hospital against alleged victimisation and harassment of workers in the establishment. The unions, under the auspices of the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress, alleged that FUTA…
…Independence Celebration Golf Championship, from September 19 to 27, 2026, with organisers describing preparations as being in full swing. The tournament, organised by the Ikoyi Golf Community Nigeria Association in collaboration with Ikoyi Club 1938, will build on nearly three decades of tradition while aiming to set…
…businesses, market associations, transport operators, religious bodies and community organisations. “The government will continue to provide infrastructure, formulate policies and enforce environmental laws, but environmental cleanliness is everyone’s responsibility,” he said. He said the state would continue to priori…
…beneficiaries include Christopher Utsu, Favour Asuquo, Ndem Ndem and four others recognised by President Tinubu for exceptional national serviceFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu has promised automatic employment to seven indigenes of the state who earned Preside…
…to meet operational needs. The resident doctors also appealed to the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Pate, and other relevant authorities to intervene urgently to avert a prolonged disruption of healthcare services. Adenuga maintained that the strike would continue until concrete steps…
…agribusiness skills and supporting them with starter packs and grants, this administration is building a new generation of modern farmers, processors, and agripreneurs who will drive value addition, market linkages, and innovation in our agricultural value chains,” Gital added. The commissioner said the committee would…
…competition. At the 73rd Miss Universe pageant held in Mexico City, Adetshina, finished as the first runner-up and was also crowned Miss Universe Africa and Oceania. by Linda Ikeji at 20/07/2026 10:33 PM | Share this Story