…May 18 APC primary with 150,780 votes against Uzodimma's 102,158, but the returning officer declared Uzodimma the winner with 230,464 votesThe case raises a constitutional question over whether Uzodimma, whose tenure as governor runs to January 2028, can legally contest the 2027 senatorial electionPAY ATTENTION: Mark L…

…station and activities at Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital as examples of projects and services he said residents were becoming more aware of. “I told you the last time when I was having a gathering, that people were shocked to hear that the Bichi station has been completed, they are shocked to hear the volume of occupants…

…opponents but to be fair to all political tendencies in the state. Tinubu gave the advice when he received Governor Adeleke, who paid him a visit at the Presidential Villa. Adeleke, the candidate of the Accord Party in the off-season governorship election, polled 511,067 votes to defeat his main rival and governorship…

The Vice-Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Rabi’u Kwankwaso, has submitted the names of the NDC candidates in the 19 Northern states, including the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, ahead of the 2027 general elections. Kwankwaso made this known in a statement posted on his verified X handle…

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested six suspects after a video showing some youths harassing motorists in the state circulated widely on social media. In a statement posted on its official X account on Thursday, the command said it was aware of the trending footage showing “some miscreants harassing motorists a…

…identify perpetrators and prosecute those found culpable. KDI also urged the Nigeria Police Force to ensure the prompt prosecution of the 295 persons arrested for various election-related offences during the poll. The organisation called for appropriate information on the progression of the cases, subject to legal and…

…Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State on Thursday morningThe Sokoto State Police Command confirmed 46 bodies had been recovered, with rescuers still searching for 16 missing passengersThe rescue operation involved local divers, NEMA, SEMA and the Police, as the Gorau community awaited news of loved onesPAY ATTE…

…re-sold the company to Premium Steel and Mines Limited in 2015 in a bid to recover unserviceable debts. Since then, the facility has remained inactive as an integrated steel plant. Under the new arrangement, however, Premium Steel and Mines Limited is expected to invest more than $1.3bn in raw material exploration and…

…they were coping. His uncle then asked whether he had completed his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), prompting the man to reveal that he had contacted him because he needed a favour. “I need 19 million naira to start up a business here so I can support and my siblings,” the man wrote. ‘You Mean to Tell Me You Want…

…messaging app that she had “picked up some anarchist literature at the social justice center” which “could have some good tips.” “I want to destroy as much of the building as possible and kill the senators while they are meeting. I want them to lose a lot of important documents as well,” she wrote. The accused woman mu…

…positive outcomes. Sidi Ali said the reforms were designed to restore monetary and price stability while creating the foundation for inclusive economic growth and employment generation. She identified several key initiatives of the apex bank, including the unification and increased transparency of the foreign exchange…

…and Atiku had become strained as the president prepared to seek a second term in office. He said Atiku’s political activities had raised concerns within the administration over his commitment to Obasanjo’s re-election bid. The disagreement reportedly became a major issue within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), with…

…more security personnel and fully equip existing forces within his first 100 days in office if he wins the 2027 presidential election.He made the remarks during a Hausa-language interview on the PAP show on Wednesday, August 19, where he also addressed the fuel subsidy and the welfare of retired military officers.Break…

…for an unexpected reason: his enthusiastic appearance at a white garment church service in Osun state.The footage, filmed inside what appears to be the Love of Christ Generation Church, shows a formal ceremonial gathering attended by dignitaries and congregants dressed in white and traditional attire. Davido’s uncle sp…

…health, housing, water and sanitation, social protection and access to basic services. “Government will no longer rely solely on assumptions. Development interventions will increasingly be targeted using credible data. Resources will be allocated where they are needed most. Performance will be measured objectively,” he…

…accident in Gorau community, Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State, the state Police Command has confirmed. The accident occurred on Thursday when a boat carrying 77 passengers, including men, women and children, reportedly capsized while conveying farmers and other passengers to their rice farms. Confirming th…

…And anyone who stole Nigeria’s subsidy funds must return the money.” “When I was Vice President, I gave many young Nigerians the opportunity to serve in government. Today, some of them are governors, ministers, directors and hold other important positions. Therefore, if I become President, young Nigerians will continue…

…Tinubu, who had provided resources to support measures aimed at appreciating the sacrifices of serving and retired military personnel. The veterans also presented other welfare concerns during the engagement, which the CDS assured would continue to receive appropriate attention. Speaking on behalf of the veterans, the…

…both could face pressure from supply shocks, pre-election spending, global oil prices and capital-flow movements. The Central Bank of Nigeria is expected to retain a tight monetary policy stance, with room for gradual rate cuts if disinflation is sustained. PwC said the immediate policy priority should be to move beyon…

…on me,” the governor said. “I pray that God will grant you peace and comfort. The police have said that some persons have been arrested, and we will follow the matter to its logical conclusion.” Mutfwang said the killing of innocent residents was a direct challenge to the government’s resolve to protect lives and prope…

…the Gemini app, including higher usage limits, Gemini Omni, Gemini Live for real-time voice conversations, Deep Research for academic projects, custom practice quizzes, unlimited file uploads and 400GB of cloud storage. Nigeria is among 27 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa where the initiative has been launched. Speaking…

…seconds, but in 25 years of progress. They walked through displays featuring iconic devices, memorable campaigns, technology and cultural moments that have defined different generations of Nigerians. For athletes whose own stories are still being written, seeing the evolution of MTN offered an important reminder: Great…

The Department of State Services, DSS, Sokoto State Command, has warned of intelligence indicating plans by terrorists and bandit groups to attack tertiary institutions across the state. The warning was contained in a letter dated July 18, 2026, addressed to the Sokoto State Government and signed on behalf of the State…

…improve logistics, e-commerce, emergency response and national planning for better service deliveryIntegration with national identity databases will enhance government planning and infrastructure development across NigeriaPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Pascal Oparada is a journalis…

…government recently published a corruption investigation targeting former Nigerian vice president Atiku Abubakar. The claim is false.The post, published on July 25, 2026, and shared more than 300 times, includes four screenshots that its author presents as pages from a newly released US government report. Unravelling t…