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Ogun state government has declared Tuesday, August 20th, as a public holiday to celebrate this year’s Isese Day Governor Dapo Abiodun said this is in line with his administration’s firm belief in religious inclusivity Abiodun urged the traditional worshippers to use the special festive period to pray for peace and economic advancement of the state … Read more

Former Adamawa North Senator Ishaku Abbo argued that the monthly earnings of senators, although seemingly large on paper Abbo reflected on how leaving his business to enter politics left him financially worse off, as the funds allocated to his office were insufficient Abbo highlighted the stark contrast between senators and state governors, noting that while … Read more

Lagos, Ogun, and others declared public holidays for Isese Day Photo Credit: @AAdeleke_01Source: TwitterSanwo-Olu declares Tuesday as public holidayOgun honours Isese DayGovernor Adeleke declares Tuesday a public holidayOyo declares work-free dayHunger protest: Governors who declared curfews READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG

The Coalition for Human Rights Advocacy in Africa (CHRADA) praised the Rivers State Police Command for arresting Preye Josiah CHRADA, through Dr. Joyce Idakwo, urged the police to investigate and arrest Josiah’s sponsors and collaborators thoroughly The organization stressed the need for a deep investigation into Josiah’s ties with Pro-Wike supporters Coalition speaks on the … Read more

For illustration purposes only. Photo credit: SolStockSource: Getty ImagesIt is hereby notified for general information that this years Isese Day celebration will hold on Tuesday, 20th August, 2024.In emphasising commitment to give necessary support to traditional institutions, as well as enhance the promotion of indigenous tradition by preserving cultural heritage, Mr. Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu … Read more

The head of the Taraba Hunters Association, Adamu Tanko, has dragged himself into a fresh trouble This is as troops arrested him for allegedly selling arms (AK-47 rifle) to terrorists in the state The Nigerian Army made this disclosure in a statement issued on Sunday and added that its troops killed a notorious Boko Haram … Read more

The Katsina state police command has confirmed the killing of Sanusi Gyaza, an aide to Governor Dikko Umar Radda Gyaza was killed alongside one of his wives, while his second wife was whisked away by the bandits on Friday, August 16 The killing has caused fear and tension in the Gyaza community of Kankia LGA, … Read more

Amid fuel scarcity in Nigeria and the controversial seizure of the country’s presidential jets, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will on Monday, August 20, depart Abuja for France TheTalk.NG reports that Tinubu is expected to be escorted by a few of his allies and other government officials Since he assumed office on May 29, 2023, Tinubu … Read more

A mild drama occurred on Sunday at the United Methodist Church in the Durumi area of the FCT, Abuja The service turned violent as congregants engaged in a serious physical fight which lasted for several hours and resulted in damage to some of the churchs property The FCT command police spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, confirmed the … Read more

Adedeji Adeleke, father of Nigerian singer Davido, has donated N1 billion to the Cherubim and Seraphim (C and S) church The donation was announced during a thanksgiving service in memory of his late mother, Esther Adeleke, a revered figure in the C and S Church TheTalk.NG reports that the generous donation underscores the Adeleke familys … Read more

Former president Olusegun Obasanjo has explained how a decision by the late Shehu Shagari is allegedly one of the reasons for Nigerias failure in food sufficiency During a think tank event attended by TheTalk.NG, Obasanjo noted after he left a policy of rice production, his successor came in and cancelled it A veteran farmer, Obasanjo … Read more

Delta State Government has taken decision regarding the newly approved N70,000 minimum wage Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on Thursday, met with organsied labour leaders; the NLC and the TUC, to finalise moves on the implementation of the new minimum wage wage TheTalk.NG reported that this came after civil servants threatened to cripple economic activities of states … Read more

A seven-storey building on Sanni Adewale Street in Lagos Island caught fire on Friday morning A major disaster was averted following the quick response of the operatives of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service In a video shared by the response unit, the incident has caused panic in the area as residents scrambled for … Read more

The National Judicial Council (NJC) is set to submit Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun’s name to President Bola Tinubu for approval as the next Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) Justice Ariwoola will retire on August 22, 2024, and if approved, Justice Kekere-Ekun will become Nigeria’s second female Chief Justice In addition to recommending Justice Kekere-Ekun, the NJC … Read more

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State will commission the 170-unit Raymond Estate and Sterling Heights Estate today in Agboyi-Ketu The estates was developed through a collaboration between Agboyi-Ketu LCDA Chairman Mayor Dele Oshinowo and private sector partners Mayor Oshinowo’s leadership in attracting private investment for this project has been praised as a model for addressing … Read more

The Chinese firm involved in a contract breach case with the Ogun state government has expressed the readiness to negotiate with the Nigerian government $74.5 million in compensation was awarded by the arbitration panel in favour of the Chinese company, which the state was yet to pay To enforce the ruling, a French court has … Read more

Troops serving in North East Nigeria under Operation HADIN KAI have begun their annual leave The soldiers were airlifted from Maiduguri Airport on chartered ValueJet aircraft to various destinations across Nigeria This welfare initiative highlights the Nigerian Army’s commitment to the well-being of its personnel, ensuring that the troops can enjoy their leave periods with … Read more

The Ogun state government has again been fined $70 million in an arbitrary appeal against the judgment earlier secured by Zhongshan Fucheng Industrial Investment Co. Ltd, a Chinese firm A United States Court of Appeal, in a final charge, ordered the Chinese firm to take over two properties in the US The federal government had … Read more

Nigeria’s national assets in at least eight countries have been reportedly under threat to be taken over by Zhongshan Fucheng Industrial Investment Co. Limited, a Chinese firm This is as Zhongshan was said to have initiated legal actions to take over the assets over a dispute between it and the Ogun state government Zhongshan recently … Read more

Godwin Emefiele, the former CBN governor, has been ordered to temporarily withdraw forfeiture of $2,045,000 linked to him Justice Akintayo Aluko of the Federal High Court gave the order, adding that the money was suspected to be proceed of funds The court also ordered the temporary forfeiture of seven landed properties and shares belonging to … Read more

JAMB has threatened to take severe action should higher institutions fail to disclose candidates admitted from 2017 till date without CAP The examination board also warned candidates not to accept any admission without CAP According to JAMB, any candidates who got admitted into higher institutions without CAP will face severe consequences JAMB issues a threat … Read more

Brothers arrested for burying teenager alive over phone theftHow the phone went missingThe boy was tied up, and his mouth was sealed. He was buried in a hole, leaving only his head outside. Ive never seen someone buried alive apart from in film. The boy, Abubakar, a 16 year old was buried by his brothers … Read more

The governor of Enugu state has issued a fresh order to churches and mosques in the state while making a final decision on noise pollution Governor Peter Mbah gave the religious institutions in the state 90 days to remove their outdoor loudspeakers The directive by Mbah has stirred mixed reactions on social media platform X, … Read more

The leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress has reacted to the invasion of its headquarters by the operatives of the Nigerian Police In a twist on Thursday, Joe Ajaero’s led NLC threatened the police and noted that the Force would be held liable for any incident at the building Benson Upah, the Head of Information … Read more