Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has taken a swipe at President Tinubu following reports of security agents protecting his campaign banners in Kaduna.Photos of a patrol van parked beside one of the banners surfaced online on Thursday, sparking mixed reactions.Reacting to the photos via his social media handle, Atik…
Legendary American singer Stevie Wonder has filed an eviction lawsuit against Carmen Efferson, a former fiancée who has allegedly lived rent-free in a Los Angeles property he owns since July 1988. According to court documents, the arrangement was never put in writing, and Efferson reportedly paid a monthly rent of $0 f…
…platform to honour God, not a social occasion. He went further to address behavioural standards, listing character, humility and truthfulness as non-negotiable values at the institution.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Bishop Oyedepo seen addressing Covenant University st…
…final moments of CjayLegit.ng earlier reported that Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday paid an emotional tribute to her colleague, Cjay, following his death on Wednesday, September 30, 2026.The actress expressed shock and disbelief over the tragic news, revealing that she had spoken with the deceased just hours b…
…collapses remain a persistent problem in Lagos, where ageing structures, substandard construction materials, and inadequate regulatory oversight have repeatedly led to loss of life. Authorities including the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) have repeatedly warned residents about the dangers of occupying dis…
…and produce some of cinema's most memorable supporting and leading performances. Legendary actor Tom Skerritt dies at 93 after decades of memorable performances. Getty Images>He made his film debut in 1962 alongside a young Robert Redford in *War Hunt*, and the two would reunite three decades later in the 1992 period d…
…and digital transformation, following a series of engagements involving the British Standards Institution, BSI, and Nigerian government agencies. The engagements included an Executive Workshop on AI Governance and Standards, delivered by BSI in partnership with the National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Roboti…
…later that year during a discussion regarding lifestyle choices and relationship boundaries, where she advised Jannah against pursuing "involvements with married individuals." Watch her video below View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial)
One person has been confirmed dead while three others have been rescued after a two-storey building under construction collapsed in the Fadeyi area of Lagos state today October 23. Confirming the incident to newsmen, the Permanent Secretary of LASEMA, Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, said search and rescue operations were o…
…state. The association specifically calls on the Governor to call Commissioner Hon Ekundayo Alebiosu and a senior official identified as Cardozo to order over allegations that enforcement officers operating under their authority have been unlawfully impounding tipper trucks and demanding payments of up to ₦500,000 befo…
…urged his lawyers to respect his wishes and avoid challenging the jury’s recommendationSims was five months pregnant when she was shot dead in January 2023. Adams is scheduled to be sentenced on December 1, 2026PAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! An American rapper has made an unusual r…
Friends of a 38-year-old Nigerian man, Peter Omale, have been thrown into mourning after he died a month before his wedding. One of the friends, Joseph Ogah announced Peter's sad demise in a Facebook post on Thursday, October 22, 2026. According to him, Peter was scheduled to wed on November 28, 2026. "Peter, this is n…
Bobby Maris Ugwoegbu has shared what falling in love does to a person. The singer, whose marriage to Uche Ogbodo ended this year, took to his Instagram Stories to write: "I think there is something in falling in love, you actually loose your senses until boom! Reality checks in, and you realize Kai I be Mugu ooo!" He a…
…items, resulting in the stampede.The Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Eitokpah Sunday Akata, said the circumstances surrounding the incident were being reviewed.He explained that police officers and other security personnel responded during the stampede."The command is reviewing the circumstances surrounding the ev…
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday, October 22, sentenced Sunday Frank to 40 years imprisonment after he pleaded guilty to spying for the late notorious Benue militia leader, Terwase Akwanza, popularly known as Gana. Justice Hawa Yilwa convicted Frank, who hails from Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue…
…his stock. Under Meta's existing setup, selling Class B shares would convert them to standard voting shares, diluting his voting majority and stripping him of absolute control over the company.To address his concerns, Zuckerberg informed Meta's board in September of his intention to list his Palo Alto home, prompting d…
…Hidden Treasures of Thanksgiving,” the chancellor said the institution’s spiritual foundation would continue to sustain its progress and future ambitions. “Whatever cannot stop the sun from shining cannot stop Covenant University from advancing,” he declared. In a message titled, “Thanksgiving: A Pathway to Supernatura…
…concluded Thursday with brief statements from Maradona’s daughter and some of the defendants. “I hope my father receives the justice he deserves…like anyone else,” said Dalma Maradona, her voice breaking with emotion. The main defendant in the case, Leopoldo Luque, Maradona’s primary doctor, declared, “I am innocent.”…
…a rapidly evolving economy and financial landscape. The CBN remains steadfast in its mandate of ensuring monetary and financial system stability while promoting confidence in the economy.” “Recent years have witnessed significant reforms aimed at restoring macroeconomic stability, strengthening financial markets, enhan…
A kidnapped newlywed couple, Rev. Abiodun David and Funmilayo Bamidele, have regained their freedom after spending 21 days in captivity. LIB reported that the couple were returning from their engagement ceremony when gunmen abducted them and four other persons along the border area of the Iyemero and Eruku Road, betwee…
…to markets or obtain inputs early enough for the planting season. Renewed Hope Agenda President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda promised to strengthen food security, increase local production, support farmers and reduce Nigeria’s dependence on food imports. In 2023, the Federal Government declared a state of emergenc…
…Nuhu Toro, labour said the government delegation arrived without the necessary mandate to negotiate substantively on the issues. “No concrete commitments were secured, and the outstanding issues remain unresolved,” the unions said, expressing disappointment over the outcome of the discussions.Make PUNCH part of your ev…
Veteran Nollywood actor Francis Duru has died at the age of 57 following a brief illness. The sad news was officially confirmed by his family in a statement published on his verified Instagram page in the early hours of Friday, October 23, 2026. According to the release, the iconic screen star passed away after a brief…
…competition, with the overall winner set to receive a N10m cash prize and a brand-new Honda HR-V. The winner’s package also includes N30m in infrastructure for the winning teacher’s school, a one-year supply of Maltina, and international capacity-building training. The finalists emerged after a second-phase assessment…
…expensive,” she said. “Do you know that buying one assessment tool alone, even the standardised test that we use for assessment, runs into millions of naira?” Olawuyi said the lack of early identification and appropriate support could cause children to lose valuable opportunities to develop their abilities. She recalle…