…added that with presidential approval, the EFCC and relevant agencies had created a national confiscation wallet for storing seized cryptocurrencies. “One of the problems we used to have was: where do you put confiscated virtual assets? Today we have a national wallet that we put them into,” he said. On legal strategy,…

By John Alechenu The National Laureate Committee has extended the deadline for submission of institutional entries for the 2026 National Laureate Programme to September 15, 2026. The initial deadline was August 31, 2026.The extension was sequel to appeals by tertiary institutions for more time to conclude their interna…

The National Pension Commission has opened discussions with the Lagos State Government and the Lagos State Pension Commission to address concerns over delayed pension increases and wage awards for retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme. PenCom disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday following concerns ra…

…$460,000 civil forfeiture in the 1990s and said a civil proceeding does not equal criminal guiltPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues United States- A member of Pre…

…the president's hardship allowance, remain in effect.The RMAFC is the constitutional body responsible for reviewing the remuneration of political and public office holders in Nigeria. Any changes to pay packages for elected or appointed officials must go through the commission before taking effect.What the review means…

…State, Bello Suleiman, has died. A statement from the palace confirmed that the traditional ruler passed away on Monday afternoon at the Federal Medical Centre in Gusau, the state capital. He had spent five years on the throne.Suleiman rose to the position after his uncle, Abubakar Atiku, was deposed by the Zamfara Sta…

…him, his 34 months in office had been characterised by “sustained enforcement, institutional reform, prosecution, asset recovery, restitution and stronger collaboration at home and abroad.”Olukoyede said the figures were not merely statistics, but evidence of the commission’s attempt to turn anti-graft enforcement into…

…the same window it entered through. 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 Hea…

…a back massage during a medical timeout.The 39-year-old became increasingly emotional in the deciding set. With Djokovic trailing 3-1, he began tearing up as the crowd attempted to rally behind him, but he was unable to fight his way back into the match. Navone, meanwhile, remained aggressive and showed little fear aga…

A Nigerian X user identified as Happiness_gbemi shared how he switched careers from English Language to CybersecurityHe secured his first cybersecurity internship in less than a year after making the transition and was retained by the organisationHis post drew reactions from followers who said his story proved a tech b…

…a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues Vice President Kashim Shettima has warned South Africa that Nigeria will no longer accept the mistreatment of its citize…

…and delayed withdrawals to service disruptions and concerns around the safety of personal information. These experiences have also created a more cautious customer. For many Nigerians, downloading a financial app is no longer simply about convenience or the promise of attractive returns. Questions around who operates t…

…further disclosed that on Aug. 17, the troops rescued a 63-year-old Cameroonian national abducted on the Gwoza-Cameroon axis, and eight abductees comprising three women and five children around Ngoshe in Gwoza on Aug. 22. According to him, three minors who escaped from terrorist enclaves around Amuda Bridge were also r…

Donald Trump shares AI video of Iran's Kharg Island 'being blown to smithereens' US President Donald Trump has shared what appears to be an AI-generated video depicting Iran's Kharg Island being blown up.The video, posted on Trump's Truth Social account, shows what appears to be the view from a military aircraft as str…

Lionel Messi announces retirement from international football at 39 Argentina great Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football, He noted in his Instagram post, which featured a photo of a handwritten message across three pieces of notebook paper, that he wrote those words on July 21, two days…

…by her first name by younger individuals, emphasizing the importance of traditional boundaries and respect. Speaking in a recent interview with media personality Toke Makinwa on the digital show Toke Moments, the 61-year-old entertainment executive described herself as "very traditional," noting that her strict traditi…

…since I lost you... I miss you in ways I cannot explain" - BBNaija star Phyna pens emotional tribute to late sister on first death anniversary BBNaija star Phyna penned an emotional tribute to her late sister, Ruth Otabor, on the first anniversary of her passing. Taking to Instagram, Phyna reflected on the pain of losi…

…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 kilometres from the presidential palace. The assailants reportedly also attempted to breach the security perimeter a…

…hold a public office in Nigeria, has claimed that half of Nigerian socialites are criminals. Vivian, who, in the last election, made an official declaration at the ward level to run for the State House of Assembly, representing Ezinihitte L.G.A Mbaise Imo State, under the umbrella of the People's Democratic Party(PDP),…

…to step away from the internet for a while as he navigated the challenges in his personal life. He publicly came out in May 2026, the same month he and Fleur jointly filed for divorce. Fleur and his bandmates publicly expressed their support for him following his announcement. Caleb said he still faces criticism but is…

…farmer, Flow Ginger, who has been lamenting over theft of produce from his farm, finally caught one of the suspects on Sunday. According to him, the suspect, an elderly woman, had allegedly stolen corn, groundnut and yam, claiming she was driven by hunger. He stated that the incident initially angered him but his anger…

…Christianity was responsible for any change in her appearance was presented as her personal view rather than an established fact. by Linda Ikeji at 31/08/2026 2:45 PM | Share this Story

…'Amrit Daud' organised as part of the Amrit Mahotsav celebrations of Kholeshwar Educational Complex of Bharatiya Shikshan Prasarak Sanstha. She won the race and received a Rs 3,000 cash prize, which she plans to use towards her daughter's education. A large number of local young men and women participated in the race.…

…fix the deplorable state of the Ihiagwa-Naze-Obinze road. OYC in a statement by its National President, Igboayaka O. Igboayaka, on Monday, said that the deplorable condition of the road had become a source of hardship and security threats to students of the Federal University of Technology Owerri and Federal Polytechni…

…search feature at Legit.ng! Two men, including popular Anambra comedian and media personality Isaac Nwosu, widely known as "Aiza Nwosu," were shot dead in Awka on the night of Sunday, August 30, by a group of unidentified gunmen who struck at two different locations within the state capital.The Anambra state police pub…