…was apprehended by officers attached to the Uwanse Division in Calabar South Local Government Area following a petition submitted by Mrs Edemawan Samuel. Samuel reportedly accused the suspect of presenting himself as a medical doctor and convincing her to pay N500,000 after assuring her that he could facilitate job pla…

…The Nigerian Navy says it has uncovered nine illegal refining sites in Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers. This is contained in an operational report by the Director of Naval Information, Capt. Abiodun Folorunsho, on Tuesday, July 21, in Abuja. Folorunsho said that the sites were uncovered during an operation carrie…

…sought last week to stamp out speculation of a power struggle at the highest levels of government, warning he intended to remain the west African country’s only leader. The prolonged absence of two influential junta figures has fuelled rumours of a tussle within the military government, which came to power in a coup in…

…extorts his students before grading them or they must fail or get a missing script. "The government should thouroughly investigate him. "Lets restore sanity in our universities!" Onyia returned to X on July 21 to claim that Dr. Agbai has been suspended as ABSU investigates claims against him. He wrote: "This man was su…

…Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues Katsina State - Two young brothers died after floodwaters swept them away in Janbago, a community in Katsina Local Government Area.It was gathered that the tragic incident occurred on their way h…

…knowledge of the Nigerian economy, stocks, and general market trends.The Federal Government has opened applications for its Credit for Laptops, Internet, Connectivity and Knowledge Digital Devices (C.L.I.C.K.D.) Programme, allowing Nigerians to acquire smartphones, laptops and tablets through affordable consumer credit…

…in the Mandara Mountains and surrendered to troops of Operation HADIN KAI in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. Intelligence sources told security analyst Zagazola Makama that the girls surrendered at about 3:55 p.m. on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 to troops of C Company, 192 Battalion (Mechanised), deployed in Gwoz…

…Checks by Vanguard showed that crude oil supply to the refinery under the Federal Government’s naira-for-crude arrangement has declined sharply, compelling the refinery to source a larger share of its feedstock from the international market. The investigation also revealed that although the refinery continues to sell p…

By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) bond auction in July 2026 was oversubscribed by 45 percent, or N540 billion, attracting total subscriptions of N1.74 trillion against the N1.2 trillion offered by the Debt Management Office (DMO). This reflects strong investor demand for Federal Government…

…The investigation was launched following allegations that the council operated as a government agency despite questions over its legal foundation, with lawmakers examining how it appeared in official records and whether public institutions facilitated its activities. The development came amid fresh twists in the matter…

…across businesses and allow company accounting platforms to interact directly with government tax systems. Director of DigiTax Nigeria, Olumide Akinsola, said the e-invoicing requirement is mandatory, but implementation would be carried out gradually to allow businesses to prepare for the transition. He said the digita…

…includes a National Innovation Challenge run in partnership with Google and the Federal Government’s 3MTT initiative. Wang noted, “We believe the true value of technology is measured not only by business success, but by the positive impact it creates for society. Every innovation should make financial services more inc…

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto The Sokoto State Government has warned against the diversion, hoarding or resale of fertiliser meant for farmers as the distribution of free agricultural inputs under Governor Ahmed Aliyu’s administration continues across the state. The warning was issued during the distribution of fertiliser…

The Imoga community in the Akoko Edo Local Government Area of Edo State has appealed to Governor Monday Okpebholo to intervene following the killing of one of its residents, Monday Obanigba, allegedly by suspected herders. The community, in a protest letter dated July 20, 2026, and signed by Jeffery Obasanmi, urged the…

Five Abia communities in Uzuakoli of the Bende Local Government Area are seeking the intervention of the Federal Government and Abia State, as well as Bende LGA authority as three erosion sites have devastated resideta. The communities – Amamba, Ngwu, Amankwo, Agbozu and Eluama – at a gathering of residents at two eros…

…ongoing trial of the suspect linked to two murders in Ajiran community, Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State.Jimoh made the remarks on Monday, July 20, at the Zone 2 headquarters in Lagos, after a group of civil rights activists paid him a solidarity visit over controversy surrounding the killings.AIG Moshood J…

…concerns over the growing use of e-bikes, e-scooters and autonomous vehicles, saying governments must update regulations and safety standards to keep pace with changing transport technologies. Director of WHO’s Department of Health Determinants, Promotion and Prevention, Dr Etienne Krug, said vulnerable road users cont…

…his release. In a video making the rounds online, DJ Chicken praised the Nigerian government, Seyi Tinubu and President Bola Tinubu while reflecting on his experience behind bars. According to him, his time in the custody made him realise the importance of freedom and appreciate things many people take for granted. "I’…

…Dr. Ogwuche issued the directive during an inspection tour of the projects in six Local Government Areas LGAs, of the state, where he assessed the level of work and observed that the contractors had exceeded the initial six-week completion timeline. “I am not satisfied with the pace of work. Contractors must speed up t…

…with iron rods and other building materials meant for Dasin, a village in Fufore Local Government Area of Adamawa State. They recounted that the boat was caught in a severe storm around midnight, causing it to overturn. Initial estimates indicated that about 30 people might have died, but local authorities have so far…

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s longstanding diplomatic and economic relations with the Republic of Serbia. Akume gave the assurance while receiving the Serbian Ambassador to Nigeria, Jugoslav Vukadino…

…on Friday, July 17, 2026 ordered the forfeiture of seven luxury vehicles to the Federal Government. According to the EFCC, the vehicles were recovered as proceeds of crime from convicted internet fraudsters. They include a Mercedes-Benz GLK, Lexus RX 330, Mercedes-Benz ML, Lexus ES 350, Mercedes-Benz GLK, Mercedes-Benz…

…to church projects and ₦6.14bn to mosque-related projectsAtiku's spokesman demanded the government name every beneficiary institution and project location or face accusations of using religion to hide misuse of fundsFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years…

…emergency evacuations of Nigerian citizens and renewed assurances by the South African government to prevent a recurrence. He further expressed concern over what he described as the resurgence of organised anti-foreigner campaigns in South Africa. He said, “The recent resurgence of coordinated anti-foreigner campaigns…

…who stated that he had entrusted his vehicle to Mohammed Dan-Azumi, 26, of Girei Local Government Area, for washing. The suspect allegedly absconded with the vehicle to an unknown destination.Acting swiftly on the report, operatives of the State Intelligence Department (SID), Yola, launched a coordinated, intelligence-…