…findings indicated that the victims had been k!lled by a gang of suspected criminal Tiv militias believed to be involved in kidnapping for ransom in the area. The identity of the woman and further details about the circumstances surrounding her presence in the truck were not immediately available. The troops also recov…

…was allegedly abused and tortured with a hot object by the woman he lives with. Benue activist, Zege Orkwande, who disclosed this in a Facebook post on Friday, August 14, 2026 said the incident happened at Old GRA area of Makurdi. "Happened this morning at Old GRA, Makurdi. Child abuse/assault, hard labour and slavery,…

…Bolanle to one year in the correctional centre for each of counts two and three respectively, or an option of one month of community service for the offences of unlawful possession and forgery of marriage certificate. The President of the court discharged the convict of the first count of conspiracy. The husband of the…

…motorcycle in Awka North Local Government Area. The items were recovered by operatives of the command’s Violent Crime Response Unit during a routine patrol along the Isuaniocha Bridge on Thursday. The command’s spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this in a statement on Friday. According to him, the officers had…

…identified another individual who allegedly enrolled his wife, children and other relatives and collected 13 salaries. ICPC Chairman, Musa Aliyu, disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja while delivering the keynote address at the 2026 Economic Confidential Lecture and National Spokespersons Award organised by Image Merchan…

…Kevin Rideout, has regained his freedom after spending more than nine months in captivity following his abduction in Niger, his organisation, SIM International, has said. According to BBC on Friday, the Rideout was kidnapped outside his home in Niger’s capital, Niamey, in October 2025 by three armed men who reportedly…

…for stronger ethical standards, improved knowledge of legal responsibilities and effective risk management as rising medical litigation and the migration of skilled healthcare professionals continue to challenge Nigeria’s health sector. The association also urged medical practitioners to strengthen documentation, infor…

…the state had been directed to sustain and intensify enforcement within their respective jurisdictions. She added that the exercise would be firm and comprehensive, while officers involved had been directed to remain professional, civil and respectful in their dealings with members of the public. The police spokesperso…

…must belong to a category that qualifies for an open work permit.IRCC advises prospective workers to establish their eligibility before submitting an application, as the requirements differ depending on their circumstances.How Nigerians can apply for a Canadian work permitForeign nationals can apply for a Canadian work…

…Dada Area, Bauchi, reporting the incident to the Police. "In a swift response, operatives of 'C' Division Tafawa Balewa Estate mobilized to the scene. Thereafter, the victim was immediately evacuated and rushed to the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, Bauchi, where he is currently receiving medical t…

…during the rainy season. The outage, according to residents, disrupted business activities and heightened concerns over security, particularly during the night. Following the development, the senator representing Jigawa Northeast Senatorial District, Ahmed Abdulhamid Malam Madori, facilitated the repair of the damaged…

…the footballer abandoned the treatment programme arranged by the club and sought alternative treatment elsewhere."Mujeeb was nursing an injury to his knee, which limited his performance throughout the season and at one point he left the team and the treatment being given to him by the club and went to treat himself; it…

…in 2035, 2037 and 2038, carry interest rates of 22.60%, 16.2499% and 15.45%, respectivelyThe auction will hold on August 17, 2026, with a minimum subscription of N50 million and settlement scheduled for August 19PAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!L…

…has embarked on a massive crackdown on immoral acts across the state under a new initiative tagged "operation Kano First". Deputy Commander-General of the Board, Mujahid Aminuddeen, issued the warning on Thursday, August 13, 2026 shortly after Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf donated 10 operational vehicles and 50 motorcycles…

…All ThatAfter her time on the Nickelodeon series wrapped, Knowings redirected her creative energy towards hip-hop music as an adult. Even so, she never lost sight of what the show meant to the people who grew up watching it.In a 2019 interview with *Occhi Magazine*, she reflected warmly on her time on set. "Being on 'A…

…Subianto said Friday, mulling the possibility of a special court to investigate “unproductive” boards. “There are far too many unproductive state-owned enterprises, always reporting losses while claiming profits — those profits are just made up,” Prabowo said in his state of the nation address to parliament. With the e…

…of Critical and Strategic Intelligence for National Development Award’, as part of activities marking its 50th anniversary RATTAWU conferred the award on Ajayi on Thursday at his office, when the National President of the group, Emeka Kalu, led members to a media/security-critical engagement and strategic partnership m…

…and across Africa through its outstanding service and modern facilities,” the ITTN executive noted Reacting to the recognition, Richard Mutanda, Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing for the Abuja Continental Hotel Group, stated that the award proves excellence is a deeply rooted culture at the property. “We are deeply…

…she became a household name, Mama Grace was already drawn to performance. School activities, sporting events and cultural programmes provided avenues for her natural flair for the stage. That passion found expression in 1953 when Oyin Adejobi returned from Lagos and established the Oyin Adejobi Theatre Group in Osogbo.…

…following the escalation of conflict in the Middle East, which disrupted air connectivity, pushed up oil prices and increased transport costs. The development is now projected to reduce global tourism growth by 1–2 percentage points below the initial forecast of three to four percent for 2026. The report noted that the…

…rifle for N1.6m in Kaiama Local Government Area of the state. Aliyu was arrested by operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Section on August 3, 2026, following actionable intelligence that he was negotiating with one Aliyu Mohammed, who is currently at large, for the procurement of the firearm. The police said detectives im…

…Nigerians real choice about future of Nigeria Makinde made the announcement at the elective National Convention of the APM held at the Rilwanu Adamu Square, Government House, Bauchi, where he also declared that the task before the opposition ahead of the 2027 general election was bigger than merely winning power. He sa…

…in the governorship election, as well as APC candidates for the House of Representatives and Ogun State House of Assembly in Ogun East. The OGD Loyal Coordinators Forum, in a statement signed by the trio of Kolade Segun-Okeowo, Yekeen Adesanya and Jide Onadeko, however, said the loyalists of the former governor remaine…

…the time, did not return home after leaving for the errand, prompting his parents, relatives and neighbours to begin searching for him. As the hours passed without any information about his whereabouts, PUNCH Metro learnt that his father reportedly went to the Gana Police Station to formally report the child missing an…

…departure from the previous structure of agricultural training. “Don’t forget, the directive given to us when we were carrying out this assignment is that we should go 80 per cent practical and 20 per cent theory,” Ahmad said. She added, “Initially, it was 70 per cent theory and 30 per cent practical. This is a radical…