…conviction that the South-South people and Nigerians will vote for Mr. President, we must not sit down. We are all students of politics, and politics is a game of numbers. Victory is not by accident. “Even outside Nigeria, people move from door to door, and that is why this movement is democratic. Democracy is about pl…

…to other parts of the capital where waterways had been blocked by structures. “We’ve just started somewhere. After that, we will move to another area. We are not going to end just with what we started yesterday,” Wike said. The minister further disclosed that the Director of Development Control was being queried over a…

…innocence throughout his imprisonment. According to people familiar with his case, serious questions were raised over the evidence used to convict him, including the recantation of witness statements and a later confession by another inmate who claimed responsibility for the killing. One of the police officers who inte…

…protection of personal data could improve the credibility of states, strengthen public trust and make them more attractive to foreign investors. He spoke on Wednesday in Abuja at a data privacy implementation workshop for state governments organised by the NDPC in collaboration with the Nigeria Governors’ Forum. Olatun…

…the construction of a new High Court Office Complex at the Ekiti State High Court of Justice premises, Ado Ekiti, the state capital. The state Commissioner for Information, Taiwo Olatunbosun, said in a statement made available in Ado Ekiti on Wednesday that the approval was made at the State Executive Council meeting o…

…academic credentials from Kano to Abuja, describing the move as biased and designed to frustrate the case.The Centre for Reform and Public Advocacy (CFRPA), through its Head of Legal Unit, Kalu Kalu Agu, said it strongly rejects the transfer order, which it says was made following an application filed by lawyers acting…

…gaps driving direct purchases from the refineryLower procurement costs may lead to adjusted pump prices, intensifying competition in the downstream marketPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Pascal Oparada is a journalist with Legit.ng, covering technology, energy, stocks, investment, an…

…two-week leave, resuming two days ahead of his officially scheduled return date of August 20, 2026. Highly placed officials working with the Vice President confirmed to The PUNCH that Shettima returned to Abuja late Tuesday, August 18, 2026. “He returned yesterday evening,” said one official on Wednesday. “We were expe…

…Return to the Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, following his victory in the August 15 governorship election. The Special Assistant on Digital Media to the Governor, Olalekan Badmus, disclosed this in a post on X on Wednesday. “Governor Ademola Adeleke receives Certificate of Return from @inecnigeria as the winn…

…had deployed resources generated through the reforms, saying the measures were aimed at cushioning their impact while improving the welfare of Nigerians. According to him, the reforms have contributed to wage increases and the timely payment of salaries and pensions, as well as the settlement of pension arrears and gra…

…I said two years ago, that even if Tinubu appointed his wife, Remi Tinubu, as Chief Justice of Nigeria and appointed Seyi, his son, as INEC chairman, he is going to be defeated woefully in 2027,” he said. Dalung said the Osun election had shown that the political structures and influence of the ruling party could not a…

…Fadahunsi, representing Osun East Senatorial District, has apologised for the tension caused by his controversial remarks during a campaign visit to the palace of the Paramount Ruler of Ijesaland, Owa Clement Adesuyi Haastrup, Ajimoko III. Fadahunsi, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), offered the apology…

…commended President Bola Tinubu for what he described as his magnanimity during the August 15 governorship election in Osun State, saying the President could have influenced the outcome if he had chosen to do so. Fayose, however, alleged that the Federal Government used its power to work against him during the 2018 Eki…

MC Oluomo is the only married man I have dated. I do not snatch peoples' husband - Interior Designer, Ehi Ogbebor (video) Interior designer Ehi Ogbebor has stated that contrary to popular opinion, she doesn't date married men and is not in the habit of 'snatching' other women's husbands. According to Ehi, the only marr…

…is innocent. To support his stance, the singer shared a personal experience from a previous trip to the UK, recounting how he was nearly targeted by a similar false allegation. According to Mr Real, during a past UK tour, a show organiser brought a group of women to his accommodation after showing him their photos. He…

…Uche Ike, has suggested that some of his married colleagues run after students is because their are denied s3x at home. He stated this in a Facebook post on Tuesday, August 19, 2026 after introducing his wife of eight years. He described her as submissive, godly and sumptuous woman, who satisfies him three times daily.…

…on life after divorce Halima Nwakaego has opened up about her life, single parenting, business ventures, finding love again, heartbreak and her attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) after divorce from Bashir El-Rufai. Bashir, the son of former Kaduna state governor, Nasir El-Rufai, and Halima, daughter of for…

Nigerian man, Foluso Omole charged over alleged $5m NDIS fraud after attempting to leave Australia A 38-year-old Nigerian-Australian citizen, Foluso Omole, has been charged in Australia over his alleged involvement in a $5 million fraud scheme targeting the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Omole was arreste…

…after participating in a prayer session and backing of APGA candidates on Monday, August 17, 2026. Ogalagu, in a statement made available to journalists in Abakaliki on Wednesday, described the incident as “gruesome and dastardly”, urging the police and other relevant security agencies to investigate the circumstances…

…Ayodele Fayose, has claimed that the Accord Party spent no less than N40bn during the August 15 Osun State governorship election. Fayose made the claim in a video interview with TVC journalist, Nifemi Oguntoye, posted on the journalist’s X handle on Wednesday. His comments followed claim by Afrobeats singer, David Adel…

…Municipality, Buikwe District. The victim, Williams Kato, told local authorities he sustained severe burns on his upper body and legs during the said attack at their home. Kato said he shouted for help as neighbours slept, but his pleas went unanswered until morning. Speaking to Daily Monitor from his hospital bed on T…

Bayern Munich forward Jamal Musiala shares health update after collapsing during a match again Bayern Munich winger, Jamal Musiala has revealed he is suffering from "treatable absence seizures" after he collapsed on the pitch for the second time in four days. The 23-year-old German fell to the floor just eight minutes…

…several high-profile individuals and celebrities distance themselves from the embattled businessman, with many claiming to have no personal relationship with him. Reacting to the development on Instagram, Bobrisky condemned the sudden shift in attitude, labeling those denying KayCee Luxury as "the biggest hypocrites".…

…after he invited them over. She said she was seeking advice about starting her music career at the time. She alleged that Poco Lee made unwanted physical advances towards her before allegedly doing the same to her friend and attempting to pull her into another room. Ms Jorji said they resisted him, managed to leave the…

President Tinubu's absence shows Peace Pact is not a serious affair - Sowore The African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has criticised President Tinubu's absence from the signing of the National Peace Accord ahead of the 2027 general elections. Presidential candidates, including Sowore, P…