…made this known during an interaction with members of the Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Kogi State Council, in his office, where he outlined his administration’s commitment to repositioning the hospital through teamwork, professionalism, and patient-centred services. He said members…
Nigeria's naira recorded a modest gain but missed Forbes' list of Africa's strongest currenciesKenya's shilling and Zambia's kwacha show resilience amid global economic uncertaintyCurrency stability attracts foreign investment and helps control inflation for consumersPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source,…
2026 Commonwealth Games: Team Nigeria's silver medal downgraded to bronze Team Nigeria's men's 4x100m relay team has been stripped of its silver medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after Canada's successful appeal against its disqualification, resulting in the Nigerian quartet being downgraded to bronze. The Nigerian…
Nigeria deploys 86 troops to ECOWAS peace mission in Guinea-Bissau The Nigerian Army has deployed 86 personnel to the ECOWAS Stabilisation Support Mission in Guinea-Bissau (ESSMGB), reaffirming Nigeria's commitment to regional peace, security and peacekeeping operations across West Africa.In a statement released on Sat…
…Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie underwent a mandatory anti-doping test after Nigeria's 1-0 victory over Zambia in their second Group C match at the ongoing 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Saturday, August 1.The 29-year-old confirmed after the match that she was selected for the routine random drug…
Nigerian broadcast journalist laments disappearance of title "Mrs" from official documents and business cards of married women Nigerian broadcast journalist, Aniekeme Finbarr, has lamented over the disappearance of the title "Mrs" from official documents and business cards of married women. The former Special Assistant…
The Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria has said the absence of a regulatory framework for real estate developers is fuelling fraud, multiple land sales and building collapses across the country. The President of REDAN, Oba Akintoye Adeoye, stated this at the recently concluded National Housing Data Programme…
…sought public help in finding her mum's missing three children gives heartwarming update Nigerian woman, Lister Mathew Osas, has shared a cheering update on her missing siblings. In a video she shared online this morning, Lister said her mum's three children who went missing over 30 years ago have been found and have r…
…Yusuf has over nine years of experience covering politics, elections, and governance in Nigeria and Africa.FCT, Abuja - The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) published its final list of candidates for the 2027 elections on Saturday, August 1, and the names of several prominent Nigerian politicians were n…
…by the numbers. He pointed to an alleged recent disclosure by Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor Olayemi Cardoso, who reportedly said the CBN's credit to the federal Government jumped from ₦22.99 trillion in May 2025 to ₦40.38 trillion in May 2026, an increase of ₦17.39 trillion, or 77.6 per cent, within a single y…
…prompting an international response from WashingtonThe US sent a message to the Nigerian government amid alleged rampant violence against Christians in the Middle Belt regionPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over four years of experience cov…
The newly elected Chairman of the Nigeria Medical Association, Taraba State Branch, Dr Bitrus-Atizwen Daniel, has pledged to prioritise members’ welfare, strengthen engagement with the government and improve healthcare delivery in the state, promising to lead the association with integrity, transparency and accountabil…
…criminal syndicate, recover stolen weapons in interstate operation Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested three suspected members of a criminal gang linked to the ambush that k!lled a soldier and injured another, recovering stolen military weapons and additional firearms during a coordinated operation spanning River…
…the lavish white wedding capped off the celebrations.The guest list was a who's who of Nigerian entertainment: Fuji legends Kwam 1 and Sule Alao Malaika, Tanzanian singer Juma Jux, Nollywood figures Iyabo Ojo, Eniola Badmus and Aunty Ramota, plus content creators Geh Geh and Cute Abiola, alongside socialites like Cuban…
…after sustaining a hamstring injury, with the Spanish club opting not to risk the Nigerian ahead of the new La Liga season. The 29-year-old suffered the injury during Valencia’s pre-season friendly against Castellón, where medical tests later revealed a minor muscle tear. As a result, head coach Carlos Corberán left Sa…
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has confirmed a fire incident at Terminal 2 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. FAAN, in a statement on Sunday via its official X handle, said its Aerodrome Rescue and Firefighting Service (ARFFS) was responding to the incident and working to contain th…
…that over ₦6.79 billion of public funds are missing, diverted or misapplied within the Nigeria Police Force and the Federal Ministry of Police Affairs.” The grave allegations are documented in the latest Annual Report of the Auditor-General of the Federation published on 9 September 2025. SERAP said, “Anyone suspected…
…wedding Fatiha attracted colleagues, fans and industry stakeholders from across Northern Nigeria who flooded social media with warm wishes. Meanwhile, photos of the filmmaker with his two wives are making the rounds online, sparking mixed reactions on polygamy. Sharing one of the photos, a Facebook user, Aisha Lawal ha…
…Presidency on Saturday criticised representatives of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria for their conduct during a recent meeting with President Bola Tinubu, insisting that the clerics are not the sole custodians of the truth about the state of the nation. Also, the Independent National Electoral Commission re…
…nationwide prepaid meter installation through the Presidential Metering InitiativeNigeria generates about 5,000MW of electricity, signalling progress in the reforms for reliable supplyPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Pascal Oparada is a journalis…
…did not call the Oyo Governor. Me? I will be there in 2 days. Is the bush not in Nigeria? Everybody in that bush will come out. Every-body! And it’s time to start parading the people they arrest, why are they always hiding them?” Watch him speak below … “For 50 days the President did not call the Oyo Governor. Me? I wi…
…said. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, Adeleke also called on Nigerians and security agencies to uphold democratic values and ensure a peaceful electoral process. He expressed concern over alleged acts of violence and voter intimidation ahead of the election and urged security agencies to act…
…the reasoning, conduct and approach of the judges who delivered them. Over the years, Nigeria’s appellate courts have repeatedly warned that justice is not achieved simply by delivering a judgment. Rather, it is attained when judges faithfully apply the law, respect judicial precedents and remain within the limits of t…
…region. Excerpts: Who is Wing Commander P.Y. Biakpara? I am an elder statesman, a former Nigerian Air Force officer, a member of the House of Representatives during the Third Republic, a former Special Adviser on Niger Delta Affairs under President Olusegun Obasanjo’s administration, a former Commissioner of Agricultur…
•As singer retracts old lyrics Nigerian singer, Adekunle Gold, has made a surprising U-turn on one of the messages in his music, admitting that he no longer believes money does not bring happiness. The award-winning music star confessed that he was wrong to suggest in one of his songs that money does not guarantee happ…