…cabinet, that will be arrested before the August 15 governorship poll. Addressing journalists in Osogbo, Deputy Director General of the Campaign Council, Kolapo Alimi, said those marked for arrest are mainly from Ikire, the headquarters of the Irewole Local Government Area. Alimi, who said top on the list allegedly dra…
…set for a third consecutive pre-season defeat before Baris Alper Yilmaz converted a penalty in the final minute to secure the draw.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Okan Buruk reacts to Galatasaray drawSpeaking to GS TV after the game, Buruk acknowledged the encouraging si…
…before the revocation. According to him, Jupiter subsequently approached an international arbitration court against the Federal Government, while engaging in what he described as a campaign to pressure the ministry into reversing the decision. Bamigbetan rejected claims that Alake favoured Chinese investors over Wester…
…Paul Okoye—dominated Afrobeat from 2003 to 2017, churning out hits like Bizzy Body, Personally, and Bank Alert. Managed by Jude, their elder brother, the duo amassed a fortune estimated at over $150 million through music sales, international tours, and lucrative endorsements, including a landmark deal with Globacom. Ju…
…following breaches at Hormuz. The incidents triggered a new round of airstrikes and regional hostilities. Meanwhile, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has confirmed negotiations with Oman, regarding a new route, have made progress and are in the final stages of talks. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei,…
…of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), charging officers and men to uphold professionalism, discipline, accountability, and respect for the fundamental rights of citizens. The Commissioner of Police, Ebonyi State Command, CP Hope Urunwa-Okafor, gave the charge at the weekend during a strategic meeting with Heads of…
The Group B final standings of the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship have been confirmed. This follows Nigeria’s 2-0 defeat to Burkina Faso on Sunday as both teams booked their places in the semi-finals. Burkina Faso finished top of the group with 7 points, after two wins and one draw. Their impressive 2-0 win against Nige…
…malpractice.” “They are introducing their wards, their children to the world of criminality.” The former JAMB registrar maintained that candidates were often not the masterminds of examination fraud, insisting that parents played a more significant role in encouraging the practice. He said, “I have no difficulty. And I…
…in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State. Intelligence sources told security analyst Zagazola Makama that the suspect, identified as Hassan Hammon Buba, 35, was arrested at about 2:30 p.m. on July 31, 2026 by troops of the 232 Battalion (Tactical) at Garaha Market. The sources said the arrest followed credible in…
…posted on the official Telegram account of the deposed president. “To speak of a national renaissance as a common goal is to speak of mutual respect for diversity, of inclusion for everyone,” he added. It was not immediately clear how Maduro, 63, posted his message from his jail cell, but the former strongman leader is…
The remains of veteran journalist, public relations expert and Ibadan high chief, Lekan Alabi, were laid to rest on Sunday at Eternal Homes, Fiditi, in Afijio Local Government Area of Oyo State. The final rites began in Ibadan with a Janazah prayer at his Akobo residence. The atmosphere was solemn as family members, pr…
The South-West Zonal Youth Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Adesuyi Daramola, has expressed appreciation to Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, for her support and commitment to youth empowerment following the presentation of a brand-new Toyota VIP Hiace bus to the party’s youth leadership struc…
…the Safe Schools Initiative through improved coordination, accountability and institutional reforms. Alausa gave the assurance during an interactive session with the Senate Ad Hoc Committee on the Safe Schools Initiative, where lawmakers also commended his commitment to transparency, cooperation with the National Assem…
…a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Legit.ng journalist Dave Ibemere has over a decade of experience in business journalism, with in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian economy, stocks, and general market trends.The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) ended the trading week on a negative note, wi…
…figuresPAY 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 FCT, Abuja - Senator Shehu Sani has drawn fresh attention to the long-standing rivalry between former President Olusegu…
…process. “We urge security agencies to identify, dismantle, and prosecute all criminal networks involved in political violence, regardless of the political interests they serve,” it said. The Imole Campaign Council maintained that the outcome of the election should reflect the will of Osun residents and not be influenc…
…the season's "The Gambit" twist, guaranteeing them places in the house until the grand finale but ruling them out of the race for the ₦160 million grand prize. The announcement was made during Sunday's live show after viewers voted to determine one male and one female housemate to assume the special role. Flora emerged…
…in three bags with tag numbers 0157264140, 0157264141 and 0157264142 at Doha International Airport before boarding the flight. It stated further that upon arrival at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, the passenger was able to recover only two of the three bags after waiting for several hours at the bag…
…Crime Response Unit to intensify ongoing operations and deploy all available operational assets to rescue the remaining victims and apprehend the suspects. The commissioner also directed the Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of the State Intelligence Department to generate actionable human and technical intell…
…a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Legit.ng journalist Dave Ibemere has over a decade of experience in business journalism, with in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian economy, stocks, and general market trends.The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has released new p…
…Federal Office for Migration and Refugees has outlined the conditions foreign nationals must meet to secure permanent residency in the countryMost applicants must hold a valid residence title for at least five years before they can qualify for either of Germany's two main permanent residence permitsEU Blue Card holders…
…be without defenders Oluwatosin Demehin and midfielder Jennifer Echegini for their final Group C match at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after both players were suspended by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). The suspensions come after Nigeria’s hard-fought 1-0 victory over Zambia on Saturday…
…creativity while others echoed concerns about the portrayal of healthcare professionals. Watch the video below … “So Pretty Mike has now turned the medical profession into a show? He has seen us finish. Being a doctor is not something to joke with. Enough is enough.” — Canada-based Nigerian doctor Zo criticised Pretty…
…Lodge in Abuja. The council further approved the upgrading and recognition of traditional stools as part of Governor Dapo Abiodun’s commitment to sustainable development, urban regeneration and the preservation of the state’s cultural heritage.The approved projects include the construction of 450 two-bedroom semi-detac…
…the origination of foreign direct investment for Nigerian enterprises. The operational framework and application portal were jointly unveiled by the Chairman of the Joint NACCIMA-ODDO BHF Working Group Committee and former Managing Director of the Bank of Industry, Waheed Olagunju, and NACCIMA’s Digital Economy Coordin…