…to boost the health of pregnant women because Rivers State was rated second on the maternal-child mortality index while he was governor. Amaechi became the governor of Rivers State on October 26, 2007, and stayed in office until May 29, 2015. He served for two terms after a Supreme Court ruling brought him to office. R…
…Alicia after she reached out to him and allegedly shared details of experiencing 'emotional, verbal, and financial abuse' in her marriage to David Martins. However, Martins continues to claim that this "support" crossed marital boundaries and was a cover for an inappropriate affair. See his posts below... by Linda Ikej…
…"to everyone affected by this awful tragedy" while adding that authorities were intentionally limiting details about the case "to protect the integrity of the ongoing investigation". The investigation has been complicated by concerns about the structural integrity of the house after the fire burned it to its foundation…
…of the war when he was at the ministry and the only thing that had changed was his personal status. Russia is hammering Ukrainian factories and warehouses with dozens of ballistic missiles a month, which Ukraine is mostly unable to take down as interceptors run low. Although Russia is gaining less ground than last year…
…had been begging for around 40 years, according to her family. "We visited her occasionally to give her food and help her bathe," said her nephew Fairoz Ahmed. "However, we were completely unaware of the money she had accumulated. The room where the cash was found was always kept locked. She never allowed anyone insid…
…credentialsObi also unveiled economic, security, and healthcare plans built around regional strengths and a shift from consumption to productionPAY 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 int…
Singer Rollex Dee has been granted N100 million bail after spending about two months in police detention The court reportedly ordered two sureties to stand for N50 million each, with one required to be a member of the singer’s family.Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore intervened in the case amid online concerns over …
…While the official ban on electioneering has been lifted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), candidates for the epic battle have intensified intense horse trading, throwing up crucial issues that ought to sway prospective voters. Central are the economy, infrastructure, food security, human capital…
…a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues A 34-year-old Kano resident, Rabiu Mukthar, has been arrested after allegedly shooting into a crowd at a nearby wedding…
…sustained funding and transparent timelines.” Also speaking on the development, the National Coordinator of the Coalition of Northern Groups, Jamilu Charanci, urged the Federal Government to move beyond ceremonial verification and election-season rhetoric to actual exploration and production. Charanci said the people o…
…to any other aspirant, but a call for fairness, due process and respect for internal democracy. “If a primary was conducted and a particular aspirant legitimately emerged victorious, the result should be properly verified and respected unless there is a lawful basis for setting it aside,” the organisation said. It urge…
Amnesty International and Yiaga Africa have condemned the Chairman of Kuje Area Council, Federal Capital Territory, Samuel Shekwolo, over alleged threats to eject residents who refuse to join or vote for the All Progressives Congress in 2027. Amnesty, in a post on X, described the alleged threat as a call to violence a…
…4,713 times higher than the combined six-month salary of Nigeria’s 36 governors, an analysis of state budget implementation reports has shown on Monday. The analysis showed that while a governor’s stated monthly salary of N503,000 translates to N3.018m over six months, the combined six-month salary of all 36 governors…
…amounts of oil out of the Strait of Hormuz. It's also another sign that US President Donald Trump is exasperated with the war and wants it to be over, at least for now. The U.S. official said that while Rubio made clear that the U.S. isn't planning a return to major combat operations, he didn't rule out strikes if Iran…
…guide also covers separate rules that apply to anyone under the age of 18 who faces criminal chargesPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!The UK government has published official guidance explaining what a person can expect the moment they are charged…
…the ultimatum as undemocratic, voter intimidation, and a violation of the constitutional right to freedom of association and movement. The FCT police command is yet to comment on this development. Watch the video below... View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) by Linda Ike…
…to strengthen security in Katsina-Ala, Ukum and Logo.He said three military operational units would be established in the area under the newly created 5 Division of the Nigerian Army. The units are expected to be located in Agu, Katsina-Ala; Anyiin, Logo; and Azendeshi, Ukum. The governor also announced the donation of…
…in the early hours of Tuesday, August 25, 2026, as part of efforts to prevent criminal elements from operating freely within the area. He said troops encountered and arrested the two suspects at about 1:50 a.m. while conducting a patrol in the area. The suspects were identified as Jabiru Hassan, 25, and Umaru Bello, 23…
…while other states like Kwara, Ebonyi, Imo, Abia and Katsina have sourced professionals outside the civil service to man their respective offices of State Accountant General,” he stated. The media adviser said Olayinka served meritoriously as Accountant General of the state between November 28, 2019, and August 24, 202…
National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Senator David Mark, has appealed to political actors to ensure that the 2027 general elections are conducted in an atmosphere of peace, tolerance and mutual respect. Mark made the appeal when he felicitated with Muslims in Nigeria and across the world on this…
…to strengthening and transforming the Federal Civil Service into a modern, professional, efficient, and results-oriented institution capable of delivering better services to Nigerians. The President stated this on Tuesday in Abuja at the presentation of two books authored by the retiring Head of the Civil Service of th…
Islamic preacher Sheikh Al-Fulani publicly called out DJ Chicken for making offensive remarks about the late actor Taiwo Hassan OgogoDJ Chicken had claimed he never earned anything from Ogogo and later blamed his comments on alcohol influenceSheikh Al-Fulani reminded the content creator of his previous arrest over thre…
…independently confirmed. The governor’s ADC and CSO handle important aspects of his personal security, making their invitation to Abuja a sensitive issue in Katsina’s political and security circles. Sources familiar with the situation said the development should be viewed against the background of the growing struggle…
…However, Ejimakor said the FBI’s request for an ex parte review underscores the additional issue that public justification itself could compromise these protected interests. In a statement he issued, titled: “Analysing FBI’s stonewall on President Tinubu’s US records,” Ejimakor said: “By a recent application filed at t…
…Snaresbrook Crown Court for plea and trial preparation on the 15th September 2026. “Criminal Court hearings are open to the public. Precise times and courtroom information will not be available until the day before the hearing. Many thanks.” PUNCH Online had earlier reported that the founder of the Community of Nigeria…