…chairman, Ola Olukoyede, disclosed this while delivering a lecture at the 43rd International Symposium on Economic Crime in Cambridge, United Kingdom. “I welcome all of you to the world of whistleblowing. If any one of you is privy to where Nigerian assets are stolen or taken to anywhere in the world, we have an incent…

…be approached primarily as a public health and mental health concern rather than a criminal offence. The association, however, said suicide prevention required a broader response because the factors that influence mental health extend beyond the healthcare system. The APN stressed that the Federal Government must compl…

…governments having access to the investigative machinery of the state. “The National Assembly investigated the power projects. I was never invited to answer any allegation of wrongdoing. “Yes, I chaired the National Council on Privatisation as Vice President. But on the power project, I disagreed with its concept and d…

…we will also shift it to the entire grid. And this new model will focus on professional stewardship, robust discipline, sustainability, and measured performance,” he said. Tegbe noted that the government was also working to develop a more versatile electricity system combining grid supply, embedded generation, intercon…

The UK government has outlined the key requirement that anyone looking to run a food business in the country must meet before tradingThe rule applies regardless of where the business operates, including from a home, a van, or a market stallThe government also detailed a full list of responsibilities that food business …

…capacity in Lagos through upgrades to transmission infrastructure. He noted that additional transformation capacity had been commissioned by the Transmission Company of Nigeria and the Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, including an expansion at the Lekki substation. “The Honourable Minister has been able to commission a…

…argued that forcing someone into a marriage where they are unhappy could lead to emotional distress and problems within the union. The student called on Nigerians to speak up against what she described as the alleged forced marriage, adding that her girlfriend should have been allowed to make her own decision about who…

…of a 70-year-old Nigerian-British woman, Barek Mary Yetunde, at the Ikoyi Correctional Facility over alleged trafficking of 13 kilograms of cocaine. The court, presided over by Justice Friday Ogazi, arrived at the decision shortly after the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) arraigned the septuagenarian on a…

…and charged with child neglect causing great bodily harm and possession of drug paraphernalia with residue, according to the Nassau County Sheriff's Office.Authorities say several people who were previously arrested in connection with the case identified Windham as the person who allegedly poured the methamphetamine in…

…made significant progress in their pursuit of the highly rated Italy youth international. Direct talks between Chelsea and Atalanta have advanced, while personal terms are reportedly being finalised. The proposed deal is understood to be worth around €40 million, which would represent a significant profit for Atalanta.…

…and others, told TMZ that mental health should not be used as a means of generating personal financial gain. He said: "Mental health is not a marketing strategy, and should never be used as a vehicle for personal financial gain."Neiman alleged that Gomez's celebrity status and promised role were central to Wondermind's…

…in colourful outfits danced with her white coffin in a procession to her final resting placeHer three children wore white lace as they bid farewell to their mother at the emotional ceremonyPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Nigerian singer Janet Iy…

…a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over 9 years of experience covering public affairs and governance in Nigeria and Africa.Kaduna, Kaduna state - Justice Abdullahi Bayero of the Court of Appeal's Kaduna Judicial Division has died, his f…

…Democratic Party officially flagged off its campaigns for the 2027 presidential and National Assembly elections. In Ifo/Ewekoro Federal Constituency, where the flag-off began at Agbado Station, residents waved excitedly from the streets and balconies of adjoining buildings to welcome the PDP governorship candidate in t…

…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 - Former Kaduna Central Senator Shehu Sani has dismissed Atiku Abubakar's pledge to restore fuel subsidy as president i…

…comparison features such as likes on teen accounts, and offer an option for a non-personalized feed that doesn't tailor its platforms' algorithm to target teen users. Meta also has to include age verification measures that block children under 13 from using its apps, and detect users under 18. California Attorney Gener…

…morning, August 26, 2026 when the IED exploded, k!lling the victims instantly. Security analyst Bakatsine, who confirmed the incident identified one of the victims as Mujahid Sani. Graphic photos circulating on social media show the mangled bodies of the victims placed in sacks. The scene of the blast also captured the…

…even where only one candidate is contesting a chairmanship seat. Addressing journalists on Wednesday at a pre-election briefing at the commission’s secretariat in Awka, ANSIEC Commissioner for Information and Publicity, Sir Tony Chinedu, said sole candidates must still secure the required majority of “Yes” votes to be…

…could send the wrong message. In a statement issued on Wednesday by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC said the President should personally distance himself from statements that appear to intimidate voters and call members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to order. T…

…owner of the motorcycle and determine whether the suspect is linked to other criminal activities. The development highlights the continued security checks being conducted along major routes in Plateau State to detect and prevent the movement of suspected criminals and stolen property. by Linda Ikeji at 26/08/2026 6:42…

"At this point, Neon Adejo, shut up" - Media personality, Do2dtun weighs in on ongoing controversy Media personality Do2dtun has criticised gospel singer Neon Adejo amid the ongoing controversy involving photographer David Martins and his estranged wife, Alicia Daniella. Reacting to Neon's recent explanation of his con…

…candidate of the People’s Redemption Party (PRP) for the 2027 general election, Donald Duke, has defended his leadership credentials, saying his record as governor of Cross River State (1999-2007) demonstrates a commitment to building strong institutions, promoting merit and leaving public office better than he met it.…

…criticised the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) over the invitation of social media personality Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), to speak at its ongoing 66th Annual General Conference in Port Harcourt. Lloyd, a former law lecturer at the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus, described the invita…

…of several vigilantes during operations against kidnappers, bandits and other criminal elements across the country. The group also unveiled its proposed security strategy for the 2027 general elections, saying its grassroots presence would be used to provide early-warning information and support to conventional securit…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has said the delivery of legacy projects by his administration will give the All Progressives Congress an advantage in the forthcoming general elections. Fubara said APC candidates would be able to campaign on the projects delivered by his administration, particularly at the gr…