…the terrorists amid ongoing military operations across the North-West. It also dismissed reports circulating online that six security personnel were killed during the incident. "Contrary to rumours circulating online that six personnel died, it is worthy to mention that only one Army officer and a policeman paid the su…

…persistent demand for the US dollar and external financial pressures, according to a report by Business Insider Africa.Strong currencies offer economic stabilityA stable currency provides governments and businesses with significant economic advantages. Countries with stronger currencies spend less in local currency whe…

Man found d3ad in Rivers after he was reportedly kidnapped and drugged by unknown assailants A yet-to-be identified man was reportedly found d3ad along the Obiri-Ikwerre Flyover axis of the East-West Road in Port Harcourt, River State on Saturday. According to an eyewitness, unknown persons allegedly dropped the victim…

…controversial plan to sell a stake in the FIFA World Cup had gone ahead, according to reports.The proposal, which was ultimately abandoned after widespread opposition, would reportedly have increased Infantino's earnings by about £42 million from his current annual salary of approximately £4.5 million, bringing his tot…

…African enclave of Ceuta to mainland Spain using high-speed watercraft.According to reports, one suspect was arrested after allegedly trying to transport migrants on jet skis, while another was intercepted while piloting a speedboat carrying 11 Moroccan nationals.The migrants had reportedly entered Ceuta from Morocco e…

…her instantly. Details of the incident are still sketchy as of the time of filing this report. The Executive Chairman of Awe Local Government Council, Hon. Umar Abubakar Dan'AKano, alongside the Member representing Awe North Constituency, Hon. Hudu A. Hudu Kanje, attended the funeral prayer of the late Habiba. The fune…

…cubana_chiefpriest/peller089gifts Peller, Jarvis mansion at weddingEarlier, Legit.ng reported that Peller and Jarvis received a ₦400 million mansion in Abuja as a wedding gift from billionaire King Ochacho.The businessman revealed that his children insisted on the lavish present because they see Peller as an inspiratio…

…1, and the names of several prominent Nigerian politicians were nowhere to be found.As reported by The Punch on Sunday, August 2, former President Goodluck Jonathan was among the notable names missing from the list, despite being presented to INEC as the presidential candidate of the Tanimu Turaki-led faction of the Pe…

…alleged recent disclosure by Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor Olayemi Cardoso, who reportedly said the CBN's credit to the federal Government jumped from ₦22.99 trillion in May 2025 to ₦40.38 trillion in May 2026, an increase of ₦17.39 trillion, or 77.6 per cent, within a single year.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking…

…and prosecutions have fallen far short of what the scale of the crisis demands.Legit.ng reports that criminal gangs known locally as bandits maintain camps in forests straddling Kaduna and Niger states.The gangs have no ideological leanings, but there are concerns that they may be gradually infiltrated by deadly insurg…

…for the benefit of our profession and the people we serve,” Kara added. In his report presented at the meeting, the outgoing chairman said the association’s membership fluctuated throughout his tenure due to brain drain, poor remuneration and unfavourable working conditions, resulting in inconsistent payment of monthly…

…U.S. military confirmed it had executed a "heavy wave of strikes" on Iran, hours after reports surfaced that the president in a phone call had vowed to "beat the f-----g s--- out of" the country. A Trump ally stated that the president has grown increasingly exasperated with the state of the war, noting, "There was not…

…Oleh, leading to the arrest of the three suspects. Following their arrest, the suspects reportedly led troops to their hideout in Ohaji/Egbema, where they had concealed military weapons stolen during the May ambush. Further exploitation also uncovered another camp at Umudike Plantation. During the operations, troops re…

Three fatalities and seven injuries reported in Twin Falls shooting at In-N-Out Burger restaurantSuspected gunman found dead; police investigating identity and motive behind the attackWitness accounts reveal chaotic scenes as families sought refuge during active shootingPAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred sourc…

…medical staff. Sadiq Umar – Getty image The injury is not considered serious, with reports indicating the former Almería forward could return to full training within 10 days if his recovery progresses as expected. That timeline would make Sadiq available for Valencia’s opening La Liga fixture against Celta Vigo, easing…

…River on Saturday afternoon and crossed into the city, the Spokesman-Review newspaper reported. Authorities issued the highest-level evacuation alert, “Go Now”, for swathes of northern Spokane affecting thousands of people within city limits, according to the government’s evacuation map. The fire grew to more than 3,50…

…to the incident and working diligently to contain the situation. “There have been no reported casualties or loss of life,” the statement read. The authority added that further updates would be provided as more information becomes available. The post Fire breaks out at Lagos airport terminal, no casualty recorded — FAAN…

…Ministry of Police Affairs.” The grave allegations are documented in the latest Annual Report of the Auditor-General of the Federation published on 9 September 2025. SERAP said, “Anyone suspected to be responsible—including contractors, companies and public officials implicated in the report—should be promptly prosecut…

…didates-list-jonathan-nwoko-goje-missing/ 3. Gala reject Gyökeres plus €30m for Osimhen – Report Galatasaray have rejected an offer from Arsenal involving striker Viktor Gyökeres plus €30m in a bid to sign Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Turkish journalist Ömer Faruk Özcan, via Nexus Sports…

…access over the next two to three years.19 states to have stable powerLegit.ng earlier reported that the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has commenced construction of 48 interconnected mini-grid projects in 19 states, a move aimed at expanding electricity access to underserved communities through Nigeria's updated o…

…States and reaffirmed Washington’s support for Rabat’s position on Western Sahara. NAN reports that Western Sahara, a sparsely populated territory on Africa’s Atlantic coast, has remained one of the continent’s longest-running territorial disputes since Spain withdrew from the territory in 1975. Morocco controls most o…

…while also pausing such plans on several occasions after indicating that mediators had reported progress toward a negotiated settlement. Planned US, Israeli strike on Iran suspended amid hopes of diplomatic breakthrough – Trump

…by the militant leaders in the region? Yes, I was a little bit perplexed when I read a report in which our dear former President Goodluck Jonathan stated that his visit to Camp 1 resulted in the success of the amnesty offer granted by the Federal Government to militants in the Niger Delta. Yes, he played a crucial role…

…the local agro-economy.Herdsmen kill 15 in fresh Benue attacksMeanwhile, Legit.ng also reported that armed invaders struck two communities in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State, leaving at least 15 people dead.The Efeyi-Ugboju attack lasted over four hours from 5am on Tuesday, with locals saying the death toll…

…49 health zones, with sustained transmission, rising infections and increasing deaths reported nationwide. According to the organisation, as of July 30, 2026, the DRC had recorded 3,605 confirmed cases, including 1,587 deaths, representing a case fatality ratio of 44 per cent. The outbreak, initially confined to Mongbw…