…and bodies of the 25 victims remain unrecovered, raising fears of a public health crisis as residents complain of an increasingly offensive stench from the crash site. The development has heightened pressure on the military to accelerate recovery operations and address concerns over possible environmental contamination…

…of oil exploration and production had contributed to a persistent environmental crisis in the Niger Delta. Henshaw called for a comprehensive environmental audit to establish the extent of the damage, identify those responsible and determine the necessary steps towards remediation and ecological justice. He said the Ec…

…the company handling the Badagry–Sokoto Superhighway project, amid the security crisis. The senator acknowledged that the Kebbi State Government had provided shelter, food and other assistance to displaced residents but said the scale of the humanitarian crisis required additional federal support. He urged the Federal…

…Mrs Gbemisola Olatunji, said the management had met with the unions to address the crisis. Olatunji said the unions presented their demands during the meeting, adding that the management appealed to them to suspend the strike in the interest of members of the public. She disclosed that the management had reported the i…

Nigeria’s decade-long security crisis has taken a worrying turn, with daredevil bandits now wielding increasingly sophisticated weapons, including rocket launchers. On October 2, the Sokoto State Police Command announced the recovery of at least two rocket launchers and other dangerous weapons from armed bandits who at…

…Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has resurfaced amid discussions about her marital crisis and recent health struggles. In a video circulating online, dated November 2025, the prophet urged Regina to reconsider separating from her estranged husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, warning that those encouraging her to leave might no…

…about the party's ability to deliver votes for Obi in 2027 given the current internal crisisPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over nine years of experience covering politics, elections, public affairs, and governance in Nigeria and Africa.Aw…

…keeping a car on the road is reshaping purchasing decisions, with the Strait of Hormuz crisis adding fresh pressure to household transport budgets.Dealers release new prices for cars as petrol price hike drives sales down. ImagesData from automotive analytics provider Mobility Global, reported by Nikkei Asia and cited…

…monitoring policies affecting them. Osun special needs schools remain shut as funding crisis delays resumption

…government has maintained that the reforms were necessary to avert a deeper economic crisis. Nigeria remains a major crude oil producer and is home to the Dangote Refinery, owned by businessman Aliko Dangote. However, Oyedele’s remarks highlight the gap between the country’s crude oil production and the volume availabl…

…be a thing that the private sector should resolve. After all, when we had the banking crisis, federal government stepped in. We don’t need to have an aviation crisis before federal government should step in. While federal government is doing a lot on infrastructure and policy, there are specific challenges affecting th…

…users expressed concerns over impending health problems and a flawed self-identity crisis. “Skin whitening pills bought like this are rarely just one ingredient. You’re basically gambling with your liver and kidneys on a cocktail nobody tested,” a medical doctor, Augsburg Habila, said. A family physician, Dr Chika Ehie…

…on Wednesday, 8 October 2026, Pastor Esiri chose to frame the entire episode not as a crisis, but as something worthy of celebration within the Christian community.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Pastor Esiri's defence of Apostle Arome OsayiAccording to the cleric, the c…

…to keep schools running. “And you can see his interest trying to see that FCT is in crisis, and then wants to use it as a political tool that FCT teachers are at home, and nobody is teaching students; how can you now come and vote for a government when the pupils are at home? “We cannot accept that blackmail. We won’t…

…BYM spokesman urged authorities to take urgent steps to tackle the security crisis facing communities across the affected local government areas.Police yet to respondThe spokesperson of the Plateau State Police Command, DSP Alabo Alfred, had not responded to inquiries as of the time this report was filed.Daily Trust re…

…Island, said the disappearance of her daughter after the collapse triggered a health crisis from which she has yet to recover. “She was about eight years old when she died on March 13, 2019; her name was Radiat Balogun. When the building collapsed, we started looking for her, but we couldn’t find her. After a few days,…

….As 4th Vanguard summit opens Friday By Sola Ogundipe Nigeria’s youth mental health crisis will come under sharp scrutiny as leading psychiatrists, public health experts and advocates press for stronger action on substance use, suicide, social isolation and the growing mental health pressures linked to social media an…

…up pressure over housing and wages before a snap general election. A chronic housing crisis has dominated Spanish politics since last month’s eviction of Maricarmen Abascal, an 87-year-old Madrid pensioner from her life-long home, which sparked nationwide protests. Abascal died on Wednesday. Socialist Prime Minister Pe…

US authorities have arrested an 18-year-old man accused of planning an ISIS-inspired mass shooting at the Mall of America in Minnesota, after he allegedly obtained an AK-47 and 200 rounds of ammunition from an FBI confidential source. According to an ABC News report on Wednesday, Sheikhdoon Mohamud was arrested on Tues…

ASSBIFI declared the N70,000 national minimum wage grossly inadequate during its 2026 World Day for Decent Work event in LagosThe union's acting president said the wage cannot buy a bag of rice, cover monthly rent, or feed an average Nigerian family for two weeksASSBIFI called on the Federal Government to urgently addr…

…annulment of that result by the military government triggered a prolonged political crisis and sparked one of Nigeria's most determined pro-democracy campaigns, in which Obioha played an active role.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Tinubu pays tribute to NADECO stalwartTi…

…on substance abuse, warning that the growing trend is worsening the mental health crisis and creating an unsafe society in Nigeria. Olajide, who is also the Chairman of the Mental Health Action Committee, Ogun State, stated this on Wednesday during a mental health awareness walk organised to commemorate the 2026 World…

…keto coach, first responder, and entrepreneur who turned a personal health crisis into a thriving coaching empire. Born in California and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, Reneau reversed the effects of an overactive thyroid and excess weight through the ketogenic diet — then built a career teaching others to do the same. Bes…

…and host communities, saying, “Meaningful engagement is necessary to resolve the crisis and prevent further tension.” He assured the communities that his administration would continue to engage relevant stakeholders until their concerns were addressed, while commending the security agencies for maintaining peace during…

…about the players I wish to select or who will play."In an effort to de-escalate the crisis, FPF President Pedro Proença has tried to mediate tensions. Although Jesus has left the door open for a future recall, noting that Ronaldo will remain in contention for upcoming squads provided he maintains club form with Al-Nas…