Seven people who are construction workers including three soldiers have been killed in a fresh attack in Zamfara state The unfortunate incident and attack happened on Thursday at Yandoton-Tsafe, Tsafe local government area of the state The state police commissioner, Mohammed Dalijan has confirmed the deadly attack on the Funtua-Gusau Highway and shared further details … Read more
Over one million people have been displaced after the collapse of the Alau Dam in Maiduguri, sparking unprecedented flooding in the region The flood, described as Maiduguri’s worst in 30 years, has submerged homes, crippled businesses, and shut down schools Wild animals have escaped, over 280 inmates fled prison, and humanitarian efforts are underway as … Read more
The Kano state government led by Abba Yusuf has assured workers in the state of the implementation of the new minimum wage Governor Abba Yusuf disclosed that his administration will implement the N70,000 minimum wage for Kano state workers at a planned retreat in Kaduna state Kano states head of civil service, Abdullahi Musa, made … Read more
Niger state government has opened up on the implementation of the N70,000 national minimum wage Governor Mohammed Umar Bago said workers in Niger state would be paid N70,000 wage as soon funds and template are available Deputy Governor Yakubu Garba gave this assurance during a meeting with with Medical and Health Workers Union of Nigeria … Read more
Ogun state governor Dapo Abiodun has disclosed three important moves to bring down the cost of food items in the state Abiodun announced the development after his meeting with the market leaders in the state, led by the Iyaloja General, Chief (Mrs.) Yemisi Abass on Thursday, September 12 The governor’s decision followed the sudden hike … Read more
King Charles III played host to Nigeria’s President Tinubu at Buckingham Palace in the UK on Wednesday, September 11 According to the presidency, the meeting was at the King’s request and reaffirmed the strong diplomatic relationship between Nigeria and the UK An aide to President Tinubu, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed the development via a statement on … Read more
The latest data reveals stark economic disparities across Africa, with minimum wage earners in Nigeria needing 64 months to afford the new iPhone 16 Pro Max, while those in South Africa need just 3 months This disparity shows the significant differences in purchasing power and economic stability among African nations The figures highlight the broader … Read more
Governor Ademola Adeleke condoled with the people of Ijeshaland, the Aromolaran royal family, and the entire traditional institution in Osun state over the death of Oba Adekunle Aromolaran Governor Adeleke said the late Oba Aromolaran was a great monarch and ‘respected custodian of our culture and tradition who was courageous and selfless’ On behalf of … Read more
I met the governor yesterday (Wednesday, September 11) and he told me the PDP are not going to sign this peace accord.They had made some observations and I was expecting the chairman of the PDP to come and make that statement, having waited for him this long he chose to announce that the PDP said … Read more
A 30-year-old man has been arrested for the suspected murder of 17-year-old Adeolu Olubade, whose body was found buried in a shallow grave in Lagos’ Ejigbo area Police exhumed the teenager’s body from a room in the suspects residence and recovered a shovel believed to have been used in the crime The suspect is in … Read more
Unconfirmed reports say Oba Adekunle Aromolaran has joined his ancestors.Source: OriginalWe are crying and mourning presently. We are not even picking up calls from outsiders but I cant ignore your own that is why.They are moving personal belongings of the king out of the palace as I am speaking with you.Operatives of Nigeria Police and … Read more
A nurse has been jailed for three years after leaving her 10-week-old baby alone while she went to work, resulting in the child’s death Ruth Auta, 28, returned home to find her son unresponsive after over eight hours away, with no conclusive cause of death determined Despite pleading guilty to child cruelty, Auta attempted to … Read more
A man who reportedly discovered his wife was sleeping around with his friends for money has killed himself The corpse of Gabriel Magaji, aged 38, was found in a classroom at Crystal School, Masaka area of the Karu LGA The Nasarawa state police command’s public relation officer (PPRO), DSP Nansel Ramhan, confirmed the incident via … Read more
Governor Dapo Abiodun-led Ogun government approves two days off for public civil servants.Source: Original”Although it is not the lasting solution, I deem this good thinking.””I find this move conscientious. I believe it will make life easier for us workers in your state. I say well done to our governor.” READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG
The Nigeria Police Force has condemned a political statement made by a Supernumerary Police Officer in a viral video ahead of the Edo State gubernatorial elections The officer, who is not a regular member of the Force but employed by a private company, has been arrested and is under investigation The NPF reassures the public … Read more
Bello Turji is known to have been responsible for numerous massacres and terrorist attacks against civilians and security forces in the northwest.Source: OriginalWe are happy because the presence of security personnel gives us a kind of relief. The leader of the troop had assured us adequate protection of our lives.Read more on Bello Turji Bello … Read more
The court has granted bail to the ten individuals slammed with “treason charges” by the Nigerian government during the nationwide protests The trial judge gave four conditions which include each protester (defendant) providing sureties who are property owners in Abuja and depositing property documents and an “affidavit of means” to the court The judge has … Read more
A senior police officer, ASP Idris Lawal, has been reportedly killed by a hit-and-run driver at a police checkpoint in the Iworoko area of Ekiti state ASP Lawal, attached to the Ekiti State Police Command, was hit by an unmarked Mercedez Benz during a stop-and-search operation in the area The incident happened at a police … Read more
Anambra-based pastor, Mr. Elijah Emeka Ibeabuchi, has reportedly sent his wife to an early grave According to reports making the rounds on Wednesday, the cleric allegedly stabbed his wife, the late Ogechukwu Okafor, to death in the state The Anambra state government, through the Ministry of Womens Affairs and Social Welfare, has launched an investigation … Read more
Former Imo state governor Emeka Ihedioha visited the family of the late President of Ohaneze Ndi Igbo, George Iwuanyanwu, in Abuja to offer condolences Ihedioha expressed deep sympathy for the loss of the Igbo leader as he met with the widow, Lolo Frances Iwuanyanwu, and their son, Jide George Iwuanyanwu, who passed away at 81 … Read more
The NDLEA in Kano State clarifies that reports of 20 chairmanship candidates testing positive for drugs are inaccurate The agency confirms 20 candidates tested positive, but the results are not specific to any particular seat or political party The NDLEA urges the public to await the official release of test results to ensure transparency and … Read more
A 55-year-old woman, Ifeoma, collapsed and died while sharing a testimony during a church service in Lagos The tragic incident took place at the Ministry Church in Ejigbo, as she sang songs of gratitude before suddenly slumping Despite being rushed to the hospital, she was pronounced dead shortly after, which caused heartbreak among people Woman … Read more
Dapo Abiodun, the governor of Ogun state, has promised that his administration will be the first to implement the new minimum wage Abiodun made the vow while hosting workers’ leaders in the state on Wednesday, September 11, at the government house in Abeokuta, the Ogun state capital The governor also speaks on the removal of … Read more
Lagos court sentences U.S. businessman. Photo credit: X/EFCCSource: TwitterAmerican man gets 68 years in Lagos for $1.6 millionCourt sentences fake EFCC to jail READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG
Bishops on Tuesday, led a protest to NAFDACs Asaba office, Delta state capital, demanding that the agency stop its investigations against spiritual products by Prophet Fufeyins ministry The protestors argued that spiritual products sold by Christ MercyLand Deliverance Ministry should be excluded from NAFDAC’s regulatory purview The clerics insisted that the matters of the spirit … Read more