…in Taabaa community, Khanna Local Government Area of Rivers State over allegation that a monarch subjected female students of Government Comprehensive High School (SNR) to forced virginity tests. According to Daily Trust, the management of the school has kicked against such an act, saying it contravened the dignity of…

…ruler in Yorubaland, marked a major personal milestone in 2026The Okeluse Kingdom monarch opened up about the struggles he faced while on the throne and pursuing his degree simultaneouslyIn a heartfelt message, the Ondo state king named the royal fathers, family members and supporters who made his university journey po…

…in honour of the late former Governor of Delta State, Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan. ‎ ‎The monarch, while announcing the decision on Wednesday in a condolence tribute on behalf of the people of Umeh, said, “The community would suspend trading, farming and all ceremonies from dawn to dusk in recognition of Uduaghan’s cont…

…people hurt, while buildings and vehicles in the community were also damaged.The Eleme monarch, King Philip Osaro Obele, appreciated the state government for coming to the community.He urged authorities to give greater “priority to safeguarding the environment and improving infrastructure in the area.”Rivers govt inspe…

…with residents reporting an increasingly offensive smell from the river. The Igbokoda monarch, Oba Afolabi Odidiomo, had called on the Federal and Ondo State governments to expedite recovery efforts and address suspected contamination from decomposing human remains and spilt aviation fuel. The recovery operation has be…

…and address concerns over possible environmental contamination, with the community’s monarch and residents calling for urgent intervention by the federal and state governments. Meanwhile, the Senate has called for a comprehensive audit of the Nigerian Air Force’s aircraft fleet and maintenance funding, while the House…

The monarch of Igbokoda in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, Oba Afolabi Odidiomo, has urged the Federal and state governments to expedite efforts to recover the remains of victims of a Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in the community. PUNCH Online reported that a NAF ATR-42 aircraft crashed in the community…

…Eze Francis Eze Igwe as the loss of a custodian of culture and a symbol of unityThe late monarch was the Agom Ugabala II of Ndufu Alike Autonomous Community in Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi StateTinubu extended his condolences to Dr Eric Kelechi Igwe, former Deputy Governor of Ebonyi State and son of the decease…

…Sagamu Club’s contributions to the socioeconomic development of Sagamu and Remoland. The monarch said the club had sustained the vision of its founding fathers through its contributions to community progress. He urged the new president to justify the confidence reposed in him and ensure that the club’s activities conti…

…circulating on social media around October 8 and 9, 2026, as mourners remembered the monarch for his contributions to peaceKenibara VII served as chairman of the Akassa Clan Council of Chiefs and the Central Zone of the Ijaw National CongressPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! The tradi…

…seeds,” Ojelabi told journalists in Osogbo. “After arresting him, they took him to the monarch of the town, and the king instructed that they should hand him over to the police. He was taken to the police outpost, where he was questioned and subsequently detained,” the police spokesperson added. “A few hours later, whe…

…came out that he had died. It is a very big loss to this community,” Molehin said. The monarch of Ayeka community, Oba Babatunde Ayeyowa, expressed sadness over the death of two of his prominent chiefs, saying the incident was a big blow to the community. The monarch, however, dismissed the insinuation of foul play in…

…approach. "It's a very good initiative, and we are very proud of Arogundade," the monarch said, calling on others in similar positions to follow her example.Keynote speaker and Principal Consultant Mrs Oluronke Shonubi linked the AI curriculum to shifts already reshaping global economies, noting that the United States…

…to Yoruba tradition and others defending his right to practise his faith. The monarch was seen in a video circulating online at an event tagged King’s Day of Praise: A Gathering of Royal Fathers to Praise the King of Kings, held at Bishop’s Court Multipurpose Hall, Onikolobo, Abeokuta, Ogun State. The event was linked…

…in the Ondo community, saying his actions spared the town from a greater disaster. The monarch in an interview with journalists on Wednesday said the crash, which claimed the lives of all 25 people on board, would have caused more devastation if the aircraft had fallen within the town. The NAF ATR-42 aircraft, with reg…

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has urged survivors and families of victims of the 1967 Asaba Massacre to embrace forgiveness and reconciliation. Obasanjo made the call on Wednesday while participating virtually as chairman of the occasion at the 59th anniversary memorial of the massacre in Asaba. He described the m…

…Ukoha died at the age of 89, after ruling his community for 35 years. The death of the monarch was confirmed by the executive members of the Ebem Ohafia Development Union, EODU, as well as the Ebem Ohafia Council of Chiefs and Elders. The confirmation message, made available to journalists by the Publicity Secretary of…

…of our people, and we urge the authorities to sustain the standards of service,” the monarch said. The Chairman of Offa Local Government Area, Suleiman Olatunji Omituntun, also commended the initiative and encouraged residents to utilize the facility. “We appreciate this initiative and encourage our people to take adva…

…of the remains but had yet to receive a definite timeline from the authorities. The monarch said, “We have made several moves on this matter. We have met with the governor and the police over the release of the bodies, but they kept telling us to exercise patience without giving us a particular time. “The parents of th…

…His Majesty King Charles Douglas Mac-Pepple Jaja, Jeki VI. The governor urged the new monarch to promote peace, unity and inclusiveness in the kingdom. While congratulating the monarch on successfully scaling the hurdles of selection and coronation, Fubara urged him to see those who lost out in the selection process no…

…“We need the government to take action now to prevent preventable loss of lives,” the monarch said. He identified one of the critical points as Oke-Ola, where he said the bridge structure was caving in from below. He also cited the Akerekete section, which he described as dangerous for commuters travelling between Ila-…

…kingdoms. It had been led for 31 years by King Oyo, who became the world's youngest monarch in 1995 at the age of three after his father died. Oyo ruled until his death last month from cancer at just 34.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!Succession dispute clouds the corona…

…crowd goingA video of the moment is circulating online, leaving fans gushing over the monarch's free-spirited display of cultural celebrationPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! The Ooni of Ife brought the house down at the Olojo Festival 2026, and a video capturing the moment has set so…

…Olojo Festival has set social media buzzing.During his performance on stage before the monarch, the veteran musician paused to make a very personal appeal: he wanted a new car. Apala legend makes bold request to Ooni of Ife for a new car. of Ife>Musiliu told the Ooni that he had driven to the festival in the jeep the m…

…said more than N50m had been paid in different kidnapping cases. The daughter of the monarch was reportedly released after about two months following payment of ransom, while engineers working on road projects were also abducted and later released after their employers allegedly paid ransom. The economic consequences s…