…announcement was made on Monday in Umuahia by the Federal Commissioner representing Abia State in the NPC, Rev. Emma Trumps Eke, during a briefing to mark the 2026 World Population Day and the nationwide rollout of the digital platform. Eke said the transition to a fully digital registration system would enable real-ti…

…and their cronies loot the treasury with impunity. The names have changed; Malami, Gbajabiamila, and their ilk have been replaced by a new crop of beneficiaries, but the script remains the same. Nigeria is a country where public office is a licence to plunder, where accountability is a foreign concept, and where the ma…

…to the recent escalation involving Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi movement and Saudi Arabia. "The scope of our operations now encompasses the entire region, from US bases in Jordan to the countries along the Persian Gulf," he said.He added that the United States now faced an increasingly unstable security environment in th…

Ondo, Kaduna, Anambra, Zamfara and Abia have revealed plans to build their state police on existing security agenciesThe House of Representatives passed an Executive Bill on Thursday to establish state police across NigeriaState officials argue that converting existing outfits will be faster and cheaper than building e…

…with her. The woman said she later sought the intervention of the late Kabiru Agbabiaka, who allegedly contacted KWAM 1 on her behalf while they were at a palace. “When the girl was a year plus, I went to Kabiru Agbabiaka. He was alive then. We went to the palace and he called Wasiu on phone but he lied against me on t…

…name), said he got redeployed to a state he considered safer and closer to home. The Abia State indigene explained that what he knew about the security challenges in some northern states influenced his decision to seek redeployment to where he currently serves at. Emmanuel said, “Before the call-up letter came out, the…

…an interior designer, first met in 2016 in their hometown of Castellammare di Stabia near Naples. Together for a decade, they welcomed their son, Leo, in 2024. The pair had previously teased their impending nuptials on social media, playfully announcing their engagement with an Instagram post that read: "Long-term cont…

People UK Publishes Category of Graduates Whose Degrees Are Not Officially Recognised Published 25 Jul 2026 at 9:06 PM by Ankrah Shalom 1 min read Details soon...Authors: Ankrah Shalom (Human-Interest editor) Shalom Ankrah is a journalist and a Human Interest Editor at Legit.ng with over six years of experience. She ha…

…on February 10, 2014, at Ewenla Street, Mushin, did unlawfully kill one Muninat Agbabiaka."Oriyomi, who faced multiple murder charges, was ultimately convicted only in connection with the killing of his friend, Femi Adekeye. That conviction rested on testimony from the victim's daughter, who witnessed the incident. The…

…the ring on Saturday night when he faces Albanian heavyweight Kristian Prenga in Saudi Arabia, with victory expected to move him closer to a long-awaited clash with Tyson Fury. The former world heavyweight champion will make his first appearance since defeating Jake Paul and returning to training after taking time away…

…became public on June 11, 2026, when the Chief of Staff to the president, Mr Femi Gbajabiamila, declared the Council as fake and petitioned the law enforcement agencies. However, at a press conference on June 26, the Director General of the PFIPC, Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi faulted the presidency's disclaimer. He alleged t…

…respect from both the emirate's ruling class and the wider population.Sheikh Tijani Gbajabiamila is deadEarlier, Legit.ng reported the death of Sheikh Imam Tijani Olubodun Gbajabiamila, the Olori Ratibi of Lagos.Sheikh Gbajabiamila passed away at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH).His son, Ibikunle L…

…alleged brutal k!lling of the Nigerian national.Chika Ibe, who hailed from Lokpaukwu, Abia State, reportedly d!ed after allegedly being subjected to severe beating, torture, inhuman treatment, and alleged suffocation during a police operation."These allegations are deeply disturbing and, if confirmed, constitute a gros…

…Israel and China. There is also one home-based star — goalkeeper Fatima Oloko from Abia Angels. There is a notable absentee from the 2024-winning squad. England-born defender Ashleigh Plumptre, who plays for Saudi club Al Ittihad, is injured. Midfielder Rasheedat Ajibade, a PSG teammate of Echegini, will captain the te…

…and the 3.5-minute delay by VAR in disallowing Ferran Torres’ goal against Saudi Arabia is also being examined. The most alarming issue has been the remarkable $4.8 million wagered on Spain failing to secure a victory against debutants Cape Verde. The two teams faced each other in the initial group stage match, which c…

Abia State has emerged as the third fastest-improving state in Nigeria, according to the 2026 Philips Consulting State Performance Index Momentum Index. The ranking released on Wednesday placed Abia with a positive momentum score of +0.67, behind only Enugu State with +1.15 and Jigawa State with +0.77. Abia ranked ahea…

…- Lagos (Lagos and Ogun States)11. 82 Division Headquarters - Enugu (Enugu, Anambra, Abia, Ebonyi and Imo States)12. 83 Division Headquarters - Benin City (Edo, Delta and Bayelsa States). Onanuga said the establishment of the new Divisions in Makurdi, Ilorin, Jalingo and Benin City will significantly improve command an…

…the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz. Houthi militia confirmed targeting the two Saudi Arabian vessels in a military operation.One of the two vessels was reported to be ablaze after an assault while sailing in the Red Sea.The Iran-aligned Houthis opened a new front in the conflict by threatening to target vessels carry…

…while compatriot Joshua, 36, is in action the following day in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The British rivals are expected to finally meet in November, with a date and venue yet to be announced for a bout many boxing fans wish had taken place when at least one of the duo still held a world championship belt. Two-time heavywe…

…the repatriation of roughly 1,000 Burkinabè students studying Islamic law in Saudi ArabiaReacting to the bold statement, an online commentator warmly endorsed Traoré's stance, sparking a massive pan-African debate onlineFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Burkina Faso's military leader, Captain Ibrahi…

…Junction Road, saying they would strengthen economic ties between Anambra, Imo, Abia and neighbouring states.He said:"The south-east has decided. Our people judge governments by performance and not by political sentiments. The evidence is on the ground."Governor Hope Uzodimma vows to protect Imo's Charter of Equity, sa…

…"Latz" Ayodele. Speaking ahead of his comeback fight against Kristian Prenga in Saudi Arabia, Joshua said quitting boxing never crossed his mind because the sport gives him purpose and direction. Reflecting on the loss, the former heavyweight champion said he chose to focus on the pain their families were experiencing…

…US bases in Jordan.Meanwhile, Yemen's Houthi rebels threatened to blockade Saudi Arabian ports, prompting Trump to warn that the US would "take care of" the group if it carried out the threat. Although no new attacks on shipping have been reported, maritime intelligence firm Vanguard Tech said two oil tankers reversed…

…in prison for attempting to steal a police armoured vehicle at Nkawie in the Atwima Nwabiagya South Municipality of the Ashanti Region, Ghana. According to Adom Online, Ebenezer Frimpong, a native of Antwi Agyeikrom in the Atwima Mponua District, was arrested on April 15, 2026, after allegedly taking possession of the…

…for allegedly extorting millions from students to pass exams - Educare CEO Alex Onyia Abia State University (ABSU) has reportedly suspended Dr Agbai Johnson Ukwa, the HOD of Anatomy Department, for allegedly extorting as high as N1.5 million from individual students to pass exams, according to education consultant Alex…