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Former DSS Director-General Yusuf Magaji Bichi is facing serious allegations of nepotism and misconduct, as detailed by UK-based Nigerian journalist Jaafar Jaafar Accusations include lowering recruitment standards, extending the tenure of favored directors, and allowing undue influence from family members within the service The revelations have prompted calls for a thorough investigation and a “factory … Read more

Mike Ejiofor blames DSS staff for rejoicing ex-director general Bichi’s removal. Photo credit: Yusuf Bichi, Mike EjioforSource: FacebookYusuf Bichi: Mike Ejiofor condemns action of DSS officials”Some of those videos are old videos, as far back as 2018, not new videos. Mischief makers, you know, if you look at the social media and how they go … Read more

Lagos police have confirmed the death of a woman reportedly who passed away during a butt lift surgery The 36-year-old woman allegedly died while undergoing Brazilian butt lift surgery at a clinic in Lekki, Lagos Lagos police spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the development to the press on Wednesday in a statement, adding that the … Read more

Senator Shehu Sani announces the death of Essam Fayez Makarem.Source: Original”Essam Faiz Moukarim; Essam was a proud Lebanese/Nigerian and a foremost industrialist. A pacesetter, a compassionate humanitarian and a visionary whose innovations transformed our local production lines and landscape. His death is a great loss to the country.”May his gentle soul rest in peace. My … Read more

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has condoled with residents in towns and villages affected by flooding across the country In a message, President Tinubu said losses reported recently from prominent northern states were very disturbing The Nigerian leader affirmed that natural disasters are symptoms of climate change which all countries, including Nigeria, have committed to taking … Read more

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Gombe has launched an investigation into Solomon Yohana for impersonation Yohana was arrested on Monday, August 19 by the Department of State Services (DSS) in Adamawa and handed over to the EFCC Furthermore, the EFCC plans to charge Yohana in court once their investigation is finalized EFCC … Read more

Rivers governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has frowned at the disturbing wave of attacks by pirates in the state TheTalk.NG reports that the Nigerian coastal waters of the Niger Delta count among the most perilous water spaces in the world On Wednesday, August 28, maritime workers protested against the attacks and kidnappings-for-ransom in the oil-rich state Rivers … Read more

This peaceful march is a united stand against the unjust actions aimed at intimidating our leadership and stifling the voice of Nigerian workers.We urge all members to remain peaceful and orderly throughout the procession and prayer session. READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG

A 54-year-old Alake Latoyosi has given birth to 11 babies after carrying the pregnancy for over three years The husband, Yahaya Nafiu, said the babies were eight boys and three girls but two of the girls died during delivery Nafiu said the children were delivered on two different occasions and he needs financial assistance to … Read more

Governor Yusuf orders government agencies to close their accounts Photo Credit: @KyusufabbaSource: Twitter READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG

BATN Foundation unveils N10m grant for young farmersSource: UGC”This partnership with NYSC is critical to our mission of fostering youth engagement in sustainable agriculture. By equipping youths with the skills and resources they need, we are empowering youths to be job creators and helping to secure Nigeria’s agricultural future.””We are excited to deepen our collaboration … Read more

The Niger State Judiciary has dismissed three senior staff members and demoted another for serious official misconduct The dismissed officers, Mohammed Abubakar, Ahmed Usman, and Usman Isah, along with Fatima Sambo, who was demoted, were all associated with the High Court division These disciplinary actions were taken by the Niger State Judicial Service Commission to … Read more

Interpols Operation Jackal III has led to the arrest of 300 suspected Black Axe members across 21 countries, marking a significant victory against the notorious criminal syndicate The operation, which took place between April and July 2024, resulted in the seizure of $3 million in illegal assets and the freezing of over 700 bank accounts … Read more

President Bola Tinubu-led federal government has deported Eben Nhiwatawi, a Zimbabwean bishop, over the violation of the Nigerian immigration laws The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) said the cleric had obtained a tourist visa to visit Nigeria but went to participate in a leadership election in Yola, the Adamawa state capital The Tinubu’s government maintained that … Read more

Muhammad killed Aminu and stole his car two weeks ago. Photo credit: Nigeria Police ForceSource: FacebookAbout two weeks ago, Aminu Ibrahim, the son of Vice Admiral I. I. Ibrahim (retd), a former Chief of Naval Staff, was robbed and killed in the Maitama area of Abuja, and his Prado SUV was taken. I want to … Read more

The Department of State Services (DSS) plays a crucial role in safeguarding Nigerias internal security through counter-intelligence and counter-terrorism efforts The leadership of the DSS has seen a series of notable Directors-General, each contributing to the agencys evolution and effectiveness Recently, Yusuf Magaji Bichi handed over the reins to Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi, marking a new … Read more

Several passengers were injured in a late-night collision between two Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) buses on Tuesday, August 27, in Lagos The accident occurred when one BRT bus swerved to avoid a commercial motorcyclist illegally using the BRT corridor Injured passengers were promptly taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, and two tow trucks were … Read more

President Bola Tinubu has announced the appointment of two executive directors to the Bank of Industry Tinubu appointed Rotimi Akinde as the Executive Director of Corporate Finance and Risk Management in the country’s financial institution Also, the president appointed Ifeoma Uz’Okpala as the Executive Director of the Large Enterprises Directorate Tinubu announces fresh appointment Photo … Read more

Popular Nigerian Prophet, Israel Ogundipe, has narrated how a bank offered him a one billion naira loan The popular prophet of the Celestial Church of Christ said the bank wanted him to repay the loan from proceeds from the Crusades According to Prophet Ogundipe, the bank said that’s the reason churches will never stop doing … Read more

Senate president Godswill Akpabio has condemned the calls for military call-back in the country Akpabio, who spoke at the ongoing NBA conference in Lagos on Monday, August 21, urged youths to avoid the call because it means the denial of their freedom The Senate president reiterated the commitment of President Bola Tinubu’s administration to repositioning … Read more

The group carried out the forgery between March 2019 and May last year Photo credit: @SamzyVGSource: Twitter4 Nigerians jailed in UKHow Nigerians living in UK forged marriage certificatesJailed Ekweremadu in fresh trouble in UK READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG

Nigerias National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, is currently mourning the loss of his mother-in-law The family of Nigerias National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, has also announced the Janaiza prayers for his late mother-in-law She passed away in the early hours of Tuesday, August 27, 2024, with funeral prayers scheduled at Central Mosque in Abuja Tears … Read more

Chief of Army Staff Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja reaffirmed that the military will not allow itself to be manipulated by interest groups to undermine Nigeria’s democratic governance Lagbaja pointed out that calls for a military takeover are primarily coming from younger Nigerians who have not experienced an era of military rule Commenting on the recent … Read more

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has reacted to a video claiming the agency asked Nigerians to stop eating bread The Director General of NAFDAC, Moji Adeyeye, dissociated the agency from the misleading statements in the video Adeyeye warned that any baker found using unapproved additives like saccharine will be … Read more

Nigeria’s minimum wage history reflects the nation’s socio-economic struggles and the pursuit of a better life for workers From N125 in 1981 to N70,000 in 2024, Nigeria’s minimum wage journey highlights efforts to match wages with economic realities The milestones in Nigeria’s minimum wage reveal a narrative of negotiation, economic reforms, and the demand for … Read more