…enquiries. On Friday 15 May, two robbery offences took place. At around 2.20pm, a report was received of Essien attending the home of a vulnerable man with numerous health conditions, pushing into his address and taking cash from the living room. At 5pm the same day, Essien approached a vulnerable woman with a walking…

…fail to render proper financial accountability. Idris made the recommendation in his report on the accounts of the Osun State Government for the financial year ended December 31, 2025. The report was presented during an audit forum held in Osogbo, the state capital, on Monday. The forum was attended by heads of ministr…

…into the programme, who were also expected to pay the same amount. “Participants were reportedly promised an initial payment of ₦50,000 after the first week, followed by payments of ₦100,000 and ₦200,000 until the promised total grant of ₦3 million was reached,” it stated. The command said approximately 4,000 people we…

…arrears and other benefits. The demonstration became tense after police officers reportedly fired tear gas to disperse some of the protesters. The commission said it recognised the financial importance of ensuring that retirees received all benefits due to them and acknowledged concerns arising from delays in implement…

…questions about a Freedom of Information Act lawsuit filed by Aaron Greenspan.As reported by The Punch, Greenspan is seeking access to records held by the US Department of Justice, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Drug Enforcement Administration that relate to Tinubu and past investigations.Why Tinubu's team…

…on a broader salary review for top political office holders across the country as reported by The Nation in Feberuary.The figure comes to light amid an ongoing review of remuneration packages for ministers and other senior government officials. PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Inst…

…2026. Olukoyede, who disclosed the figures while presenting his three-year stewardship report at the EFCC headquarters, Abuja, said the commission achieved a 75.1 per cent conviction-to-filing ratio, with 1,370 convictions secured from 1,889 cases filed in the first half of 2026 alone. However, the EFCC chairman acknow…

…behind him."The appointment of a public defender is a striking development because D4vd reportedly earned at least $11 million from his record deal with Interscope.Despite that reported income, there have been few signs of extravagant spending. The 21-year-old had been living in a rental home, and there had been no ob…

…The woman, who received hospital treatment for abdominal injuries, called 911 to report the attack, although no bear was found when the Larimer County Sheriff's office responded to the call. Local authorities are seeking help from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service to locate the…

…the US struck two Iranian launchers for the first time in weeks, with several people reportedly killed and injured. The strikes took place on Iran's Larak Island on Sunday, August 30, according to a US official. They were the first known US strikes on Iran since late July. The latest attacks mark a further escalation i…

…junta said was carried out by soldiers within its own forces.Gunfire and explosions were reported in parts of Niamey, Niger's capital, early Saturday after attackers targeted Diori Hamani International Airport, which also houses an air force base and a major military installation. The airport is located about 10 kilome…

…at the top.New salary of Nigerian military from private to major generalLegit.ng earlier reported that the Nigerian government has announced a significant salary increase for members of the armed forces, a move many have described as long overdue and vital for boosting morale. The increment, which ranges between 30 per…

…NYSC orientation camp in Bayelsa State when they were abducted. The corps members were reportedly on their way to Abuja after completing the three-week orientation programme in Kolokuma/Opokuma LGA of Bayelsa when armed assailants attacked the vehicles. The state Commissioner of Police, Naziru Kankarufi, who confirmed…

…police arrest woman luring okada riders In another development, Legit.ng reported that Anambra police arrested a five-member gang, including a woman, for luring Okada riders to isolated locations where they were robbed of motorcycles and valuables in Ihiala. Investigations showed that the female suspect posed as a pass…

…United head coach Mbwas Mangut has lamented his team’s defeat to Barau FC, DAILY POST reports. The Solid Miners got their 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, campaign off to a disappointing start following a 3-1 loss to Barau FC at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano, on Sunday evening. Both teams scored a goal ea…

…would pick Man United ahead of any rival suitor if given the choice, Daily Express reports."Osimhen can be another player like Bruno Fernandes. He would quickly come to know the club inside and out. All United have to do is make the connection but that's why it hasn't happened yet. Osimhen is still waiting."Saha also d…

…members were barred from accessing voting materials in Anambra East, where gunshots were reportedSeveral newly elected LGA mayors spoke exclusively to Legit.ng, with reactions ranging from praise for the process to sharp allegations of compromisePAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will a…

…in returns for longer periods despite accepting slightly lower annualised yields, Punch reports.CBN absorbs more cash than entered systemThe latest OMO intervention came against a backdrop of substantial liquidity flowing into the financial system from maturing securities.CBN data showed that N4.30 trillion in primary-…

…of a guest identified as Okorite Charles. Charles, who was said to be in his mid-20s, reportedly d!ed under mysterious circumstances after lodging at the hotel with some friends. The police earlier in the week shut down operations at the hotel pending an investigation into the incident. The spokesperson for the command…

…The New York Police Department (NYPD) said he was arrested for the act. He has now reportedly been charged with arson, criminal mischief, and reckless endangerment. Surveillance footage showed Butch entering the building's lobby at about 2pm, leaving, then returning roughly an hour later, according to reports. At aroun…

…Unfortunately for President Tinubu, he is going to be embarrassed at the UN. “From reports we have seen, from South Africa to Italy, world leaders attending the UNGA will be fully aware of the heroin-trafficking allegations against President Tinubu. “If we are authorised, we will put into operation our plan to ensure e…

…to have k!lled one Aliyu Isyaku by attacking him with a machete, an incident that reportedly led to his d3ath.The incident occurred in Karfi village in Kura Local Government Area of Kano State. by Linda Ikeji at 31/08/2026 9:38 AM | Share this Story

…his cousin, Nathaniel Cavazos, during an argument over enchiladas. According to police reports, the cousins had been drinking alcohol and cooking green enchiladas when an argument broke out over whose food had spicier chile. The disagreement reportedly escalated into a fistfight before Gutierrez allegedly pulled out a…

…grievances known and resolved to let them go in the interest of the party. PUNCH Online reports that some aspirants had protested the emergence of candidates at the party’s primaries for various elective positions ahead of the 2027 elections. The development led to the inauguration of reconciliation committees, includi…

…long before repayment issues arise. That is where technology comes in. The FCMB report highlights the Bank’s continued commitment to supporting Agtech companies that are leveraging technology to address real-world agricultural challenges and deliver accessible solutions to farmers in local languages, including Hausa, Y…