…portalPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Legit.ng journalist, Ridwan Adeola Yusuf, has over 9 years of experience covering education in Nigeria and Africa.Ibadan, Oyo state - The University of Ibadan (UI) has released the results of its 2025/2026 post-UTME screening exercise, Legit.ng…
…is marked by several notable observances, including Women's Equality Day, International Youth Day, and othersIn this report, Legit.ng highlights four Nigerian states that have the practice of declaring public holiday to observe the Isese Day, a period fixed for AugustPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source,…
Peru is taking steps to join US President Donald Trump’s Shield of the Americas initiative, its foreign minister said Friday, just days after conservative President Keiko Fujimori took office. Trump’s anti-cartel alliance is made up of pro-US administrations across Latin America including the governments of Argentina,…
The Independent National Electoral Commission has commenced the process of restoring the suppressed Abraka, Ughelli South II and Isoko North II State House of Assembly constituencies in Delta State. The commission said the exercise was aimed at restoring representation to the affected communities in line with court jud…
…extraordinary rate.Scientists from the University of Florence made the discovery while analysing 34 glassy fallout particles recovered from Hiroshima Bay. Using advanced microscopes and X-ray analysis, they searched for unusual materials created during the explosion.One metallic grain, measuring only a few thousandths…
…Chrisean Rock denies involvement in ex-boyfriend Ronny Doe's murd3r Reality TV personality and rapper Chrisean Rock has denied any involvement in the 2025 killing of her former boyfriend, Karon "Ronny Doe" Cann, claiming police have ruled her out as a suspect.Speaking during a livestream, Chrisean said investigators ha…
…with the Supreme Court's ruling.Spain's Interior Ministry, which has deployed additional police officers and soldiers to the enclave, said more than 37,500 migrants had voluntarily crossed back into Morocco by Friday afternoon. The developments prompted strong reactions across Europe.Italy announced it would suspend th…
…or after posting on the WhatsApp status feature realise that the quality of the original video has reduced drasticallyContentsAdjusting quality before sending a single video The honest reason is WhatsApp automatically compresses video files on 4K to save internet bandwidth, but users now have direct control over their…
National Chairman of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Seriake Dickson, has cautioned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu against actions capable of undermining Nigeria’s democratic institutions, warning that there is little distinction between a civilian and military dictator when constitutional safeguards are weakened.…
…state. Adekimi said the suspects have been remanded at the appropriate juvenile correctional centre pending further proceedings. The police commissioner further revealed that one Aliyu Mohammed was also arrested for alleged conspiracy, kidnapping, aiding and abetting kidnapping, and attempted murder. According to the C…
Kaduna Governor Uba Sani named Jerry Adams, head of the state's Internal Revenue Service, as his deputy governorship candidate on July 28, 2026Donald Okwuosa said Governor Sani's Muslim/Christian ticket breaks the precedent set by former Governor El-Rufai, who ran a Muslim/Muslim ticket in Kaduna StateThe analyst said…
…on Friday, the BBC reported that Chelsea are set to reintegrate the Ukraine international into the squad, with the winger expected to join the club’s pre-season tour. “This has been the most difficult period of my career,” Mudryk wrote. He added: “I am grateful that this process has reached a conclusion, that I have be…
The Federal Government has continued the rollout of its Presidential Conditional Grant Scheme (PCGS), a ₦50,000 grant programme designed to support nano businesses across Nigeria. Launched in December 2023 under the Presidential Palliative Programme, the initiative aims to provide one-time grants of ₦50,000 to one mill…
…Ijeoma Emi, is a Nigerian entrepreneur, concierge business owner, and reality TV personality. She rose to prominence after appearing on Season 11 of Big Brother Naija in 2026. Mercedes is recognized for her bold demeanor, business mindset, and colorful energy, which helped her become one of the most talked-about housem…
…and help prevent a recurrence,” he said. The governor revealed that he sought international support for an independent review of the incident to ensure every question surrounding the abduction is thoroughly answered. He clarified that the move should not be interpreted as a lack of confidence in Nigeria’s security agen…
…a one-week ultimatum to Mr Obi to apologise to workers at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, for portraying them as persecutors. Peoples Gazette reported that Mr Keyamo issued the ultimatum after accusing Mr Obi of contradicting himself over claims that his vehicle’s tyres were unjustly clamped at the air…
…are already sitting in your kitchen or your local market, you just need to be intentional about including them in what you eat. Mix your beans with a little egg here, add crayfish there, throw in some groundnut as a snack, and gradually, you'll notice you're eating far better than you think, even on a tight budget. Eco…
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Prof. Joash Amupitan, has assured residents of Osun State that the winner of the August 15 governorship election will emerge through the ballot, not violence. Amupitan gave the assurance on Friday during a courtesy visit to the Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh O…
…"CP Bakori commended the Anti-Kidnapping Unit for their dedication and professionalism. "He reiterated the Command's commitment to stamping out kidnapping and violent crime in Kano State through proactive policing and partnership with the public. "He urged residents to continue to provide useful and timely information…
…the victim underwent a medical examination, which revealed evidence of prior hymenal injury related to sexual activity. Upon the conclusion of investigation, the suspect will be charged to court. The Kwara NSCDC State Commandant, Commandant Abbas Nda Mohammed, condemned all forms of violence, abuse and exploitation of…
…and Jeopardy! champion Jamie Ding have won $1 million for charity after answering the final question correctly on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire. The victory came during Wednesday’s episode, one year after Affleck’s longtime friend and Good Will Hunting co-star, Matt Damon, also claimed the show’s top prize. To secure t…
…a statement issued on Friday, adding that the suspects were being investigated for criminal conspiracy, house trespass, assault, and culpable homicide. According to the statement, the incident was reported at the Gamawa Divisional Police Headquarters on July 29 by a 45-year-old resident of the community. Habib said pre…
…two adult sons and the same great-grandparents, according to a report by independent journalist Steve Robinson. The report notes that such relationships are legal under Maine state law and are not uncommon in the rural North Maine Woods region near the Canadian border.While Jackson, a former logger and former president…
The Independent National Electoral Commission says it registered 131,165 new voters in Edo State following the conclusion of the Continuous Voter Registration exercise. The commission also said 52,907 voters transferred their registrations to new polling units, while it processed 19,565 requests for change of name and…
…served as Group Vice President at DaVita Inc., where he oversaw the strategic, operational and financial management of a $1bn business unit with more than 4,000 employees and 600 contracted nephrologists in the Mid-Atlantic region. He had earlier worked as an Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company and a Managing Dire…