…has over a decade of experience in business journalism, with in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian economy, stocks, and general market trends.Nigerian fuel depot owners could face renewed pressure to raise petrol and diesel prices after international crude oil prices climbed back above $107 per barrel on Monday, September…
…scarcity and economic hardship, themes that clearly resonated with tens of thousands of Nigerian viewers on the night.Funke Akindele reacts after ‘Black Market’ joins Guinness World Records history. Akindele celebrates the milestoneWhen actress Omowunmi Dada took to X to share her excitement over the record-breaking ac…
…covering technology, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy for over a decade.The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has proposed new rules to tackle price fixing, abuse of market dominance and other practices that undermine competition in Nigeria’s petroleum industry.The dra…
…another option that may be open to them, subject to separate eligibility conditions.For Nigerian students and others from across Africa currently studying in Canada or planning to do so, understanding these distinctions before accepting any job offer is essential. Working without the proper authorisation can carry seri…
Nigeria’s domestic refineries received 683,000 barrels of crude oil daily in August 2026, up 16.75% from 585,000 barrels per day in JulyDangote Refinery’s petrol supply rose by 39% to 35.9 million litres daily, while Nigeria’s petrol imports fell by 26% to 14.6 million litres per dayThe refinery recorded 105.21% averag…
ABUJA — President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigerian filmmakers Damilola Osikoya of Switch Visual Production and Nora Awolowo of Rixel Studios on their Guinness World Record achievement. The filmmakers reportedly set the record for the largest attendance at a film screening during a showing of Black Market in Lagos…
The Nigeria Customs Service has commenced a nationwide survey to gauge the perceptions and experiences of its officers and stakeholders on corruption, transparency and integrity within the Service. The 2026 Customs Integrity Perception Survey, approved by the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, is being con…
Nigerian-born bodybuilder Samson Dauda finished second in the Men’s Open division at the 2026 Mr Olympia in Las Vegas, United States, as Nick Walker claimed his first title in the competition. Dauda, who won the Mr Olympia title in 2024, finished on 20 points, two behind Walker’s 18, while Derek Lunsford placed third w…
GistReel Evangelist Linda Paul Rika has sparked reactions online after recounting what she described as a disturbing spiritual revelation in which she allegedly saw several prominent pastors and ministers crying and facing divine judgment. Rika shared the account in a video that has gone viral on social media, where sh…
…world's most competitive academic environments in the world. Notable names familiar to Nigerian students include the University of Cambridge, University of Oxford, University of Toronto, and several top American Ivy League schools.For Nigerians who have studied or are currently studying at any of these institutions, th…
…Summit in Lagos, as attention turns to the mental health challenges confronting young Nigerians. The summit which holds on Friday, October 9, 2026, at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, with the theme, “Advancing Youth Mental Health in Nigeria” with sub-theme “Mental Health in a Digital Age: Navigating Social Me…
Nigerian rapper and social media personality, Speed Darlington, has warned comedian and content creator, Carter Efe, ahead of their highly anticipated celebrity boxing bout. The two entertainers are scheduled to face each other on October 1, 2026, at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island…
Kaduna State Chapter of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners has expressed gratitude to Governor Uba Sani for releasing N3.659 billion for the payment of gratuity and death benefits. In a letter signed by Aboman Ladan and Alhassan Balarabe Musa, Chairman and Secretary respectively, the union noted that the Governor’s ‘’comm…
I married a broke guy. It was one of the best decisions of my life - Nigerian woman says as she celebrates 11th wedding anniversary A Nigerian woman, Chisom Chigbo, has stated that marrying her husband when he had nothing was one of the best decisions she ever made. The mother of three shared her story in a Facebook po…
Apostle Arome Osayi's viral sermon declaring Nigeria's national purpose as spiritual rather than economic sparked fierce backlash onlineSocial media activist VeryDarkMan and commentator Solomon Buchi both criticised the cleric's message about revival and faithHours after the online criticism intensified, Apostle Arome…
Nigeria's Super Eagles have arrived in Guinea-Bissau ahead of their Group L AFCON 2027 qualifying match on TuesdayGuinea-Bissau leads Group L on goal difference after both sides won their opening qualifier matchesCAF assigned Ethiopian referee Tewodros Mitiku to oversee the top-of-the-table clash at the Estádio Naciona…
Five Nigerian lenders reported ₦20.47 trillion in combined assets and ₦338.4 billion in first-half 2026 profitFCMB and Wema generated about 80 per cent of the banks’ combined profit after taxAn economist urged lenders to expand direct financing for manufacturers, agriculture and small businessesPAY ATTENTION: Fin…
…for each Istanbul-to-Lagos tripOsimhen opened up about why he keeps returning to Nigeria during his breaks, revealing how he views the country compared to a major global cityPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Victor Osimhen arrived in Lagos on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, via private j…
…systematic application of Artificial Intelligence in the administration of justice in Nigeria. She cautioned that technology must remain “the servant of justice, not its master.” Obot stated this while delivering an address entitled, “Justice in the Age of Artificial Intelligence – Transforming Nigeria’s Justice Sector…
…of the Criminal Justice Release from Custody Special Provision and Laws of Federation of Nigeria 2004 and Section 341 of Rivers State Administration of Criminal Justice Law Number 7 of 2015. “That is to release from custody those who have been here over the period they would have served if they had been convicted for t…
Lagos State representative, Danielle Adewusi, has been crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2026 after defeating 19 other contestants at the pageant’s grand finale in Lagos. The finale was held on Sunday at Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, following weeks of competition featuring camp activities, a…
Nigeria's 36 states and the FCT recorded a combined domestic debt of N4.59 trillion as of June 30, 2026, DMO data showedLagos State topped the domestic debt rankings, with Delta, Rivers and the FCT also among the highest-owing subnational governmentsJigawa recorded the lowest domestic debt among all states, while sever…
…criticised Pastor Arome Osayi's sermon on September 27, 2026, arguing it discourages Nigerians from pursuing innovationVDM accused the pastor of steering Nigerians toward prayer and offerings rather than creativity and practical problem-solvingRelationship coach Solomon Buchi also weighed in, questioning the impact of…
By Nkiruka Nnorom & Marvellous Chukwunenye The planned upgrade of Nigeria’s manufacturing sector is at the heart of a new economic partnership between Nigeria and China, the outgoing Consul General of China in Lagos, Ms Yan Yuqing, has said. Yuqing disclosed this at a reception marking the 77th anniversary of the found…
Investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo has warned Nigerians seeking to escape economic hardship through irregular migration that they could encounter more difficult conditions in Libya. Soyombo, who is also the founder of Foundation for Investigative Journalism, spoke during an interview on ARISE News on Sunday while…