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The judge also ordered the arrest of the account holders Photo credit: Court of Appeal NigeriaSource: UGC32 frozen accounts linked to #EndBadGovernance protests 4010073491 (Fidelity Bank), 1255130019 (Access Bank), 0006084167 (Abbey Mortgage Multipurpose Bank Plc) 0821931299 (FCMB) 1012007655 (FCMB) 0000575573 (A AG Mortgage Bank Plc) 1007871587 (UBA) 2037117333 (UBA) 5421031104 (ECOBANK) 0024541201 (Union Bank) 1022899050 … Read more

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft have struck and bombed terrorists’ enclaves in Kaduna state and Zamfara state Air Vice Mashal Edward Gabkwet, said the terrorists were bombed at Malum Forest in Igabi LGA of Kaduna state Gabwet added that similar airstrike operations also took place at Bayan Ruwa in Maradun LGA of Zamfara state … Read more

Dr. Julius Rone, CEO of UTM Offshore Ltd, was awarded the inaugural Royal Order of Iwere Distinguished Award by His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III at a ceremony marking the Olu of Warris 3rd coronation anniversary Rone was recognised for his pioneering role in establishing Nigerias first indigenous Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) facility and his … Read more

Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has asked the Federal Government to explain why Oando Plc got accelerated approval to buy the onshore assets of AGIP and ENI Atiku accused the President’s administration of running a government of Tinubu and his family members He said it took Oando Plc owned by the Presidents nephew … Read more

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu will lead the Yoruba National Day lecture at the University of Ibadan, discussing national unity and self-determination The event will honour notable figures, including Ambassador Tokunbo Awolowo-Dosumu and retired Chief Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, with the Ori Olokun Odua Award The lecture aims to address Nigeria’s future, focusing on unity and the aspirations … Read more

Rallies of the minority religious group, Shia, often turn violent in Abuja and other northern Nigerian areas TheTalk.NG reports that Sunday, August 25, marked another unpleasant chapter in a series of confrontations Police fired tear gas on members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN) as they marched in the FCT Shiite processions often turn … Read more

Several state governments have not commenced the payment of a N70,000 minimum wage to public servants Some governors expressed their readiness to implement the new minimum wage, while others have raised concerns about their financial capacity to do so A key member of the Kano state government’s advisory committee on the new national minimum wage … Read more

The Emir of Ningi, Alhaji Yunusa Muhammadu Dan Yaya, has died, the palace authorities announced on Sunday, August 25 Aged 88, the first-class Bauchi Emir died on Sunday morning, August 25, 2024, in Kano state TheTalk.NG reports that Ningi, an emirate in Bauchi state, comprises two local government areas, Ningi and Warji Emir of Ningi, … Read more

A top Nigerian journalist, Adejuwon Soyinka, has been arrested by the country’s secret police, the DSS Soyinka was arrested at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport early on Sunday morning, August 25, as he came in from the UK According to an international media watchdog, Nigeria is one of West Africa’s “most dangerous and difficult countries … Read more

The Nigerian Police Force has provided details on the rescue of 20 students who were abducted days ago while travelling to an educational program The law enforcement agency clarified that no ransom was paid to the kidnappers to secure the release of the hostages In addition to the 20 students, seven others who were also … Read more

Almost a month after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signed the new national minimum wage of N70,000 into law, implementation has become a topical subject NLC and TUC in Delta told the state government that the implementation of the new minimum wage of N70,000 should begin after receiving the template and consequential adjustment details from the … Read more

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has started paying the N70,000 minimum wage While many governors have expressed concerns about affording the new wage due to economic challenges, Fintiri has begun payments for state workers in August 2024 The move has been met with widespread approval and celebration among civil servants in Adamawa State, … Read more

NIA DG resigned from office, details emerged Photo Credit: @NTANewsNowSource: Twitter READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG

Dino Melaye, the 2023 Kogi State governorship candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), accused the party of being commercialized Melaye criticized the PDP’s acting national chairman, Iliya Damagum, among other stakeholders for allegedly leading to the party’s decline PDP spokesperson Debo Ologunagba dismissed Melaye’s claims, arguing that while all parties face internal challenges, the … Read more

A diaspora group, #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria, plans to protest against President Tinubu at the 79th United Nations General Assembly in New York The group’s demands include the release of detained whistleblower Bristol Isaac Tamunobiefiri (aka PIDOM), reduction in government size, end to corruption, and return of fuel subsidies The protest, comprising Nigerians in the diaspora and supporters, … Read more

President Bola Tinubu-led government has given further explanation on why the Nigerian standard passport price was increased Recall that the NIS, through its spokesperson, DCI Kenneth Udo, announced the increment from N70,000 to N100,000 on Wednesday, August 21 However, the service mentioned four reasons for the increment, noting that it was to enhance the quality … Read more

List of governorship election cases Justice Kekere-Ekun has ruled upon Photo Credit: @ThinkYoruba_1st, @AAdeleke_01, @Hope_Uzodimma1Source: TwitterWhen did Kekere-Ekun begin her career as lawyer?How many controversial judgments Kekere-Ekun delivered?Hope Uzodinma v. Emeka Ihedioha in ImoAdemola Adeleke vs Gboyega Oyetola in OsunNyesom Wike vs Dakuku PetersideTinubu returns to Nigeria from France READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG

On August 23, 2024, the Nasarawa State Police Command arrested Hauwa Sani with 124 rounds of anti-craft ammunition During the arrest, police also confiscated 78,500 in cash and a Tecno mobile phone from Sani The police report reveals that Sani attempted to transport it concealed in palm oil before being intercepted by police operatives from … Read more

The Nigeria Police Force has arrested Bristol Tamunobiefiri, also known as PIDOM, for allegedly compromising government operations The police revealed that he was apprehended on August 5 in Rivers State, prompting a significant social media outcry after journalist David Hundeyin reported his disappearance Police spokesperson Muyiwa Adejobi assured the public of a thorough investigation into … Read more

Times Nigerians witness fuel scarcity under Tinubu Photo Credit: @officialABATSource: TwitterTinubu’s removal of fuel subsidy in May 2023Fuel scarcity: September surgeNigerians face fuel scarcity in January 2024Nigerians battle fuel challenges in MayLatest fuel crisis in August 2024Anti-NNPC protesters fight dirty over money READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG

President Bola Tinubu’s announcement of the removal of the fuel subsidy on his inaugural day has led to persistent fuel scarcity in the country Nigerians are currently facing another fuel scarcity in the country, with the cost of the commodity at an all-time high However, the narrative was different in Niger and Benin Republic, two … Read more

The EFCC has arrested 35-year-old Hyginus Nkwocha in Abuja for alleged internet fraud and money laundering, branding him a ‘young billionaire’ Luxury items seized from Nkwocha include high-end smartphones, gold jewellery, and luxury cars, alongside properties in Abuja and Lagos The EFCC confirmed that Nkwocha will face charges once investigations are finalized, marking part of … Read more

The embattled Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, has made his first official trip outside the Kano state since the emirate tussle with Muhammadu Sanusi II Bayero travelled to Abuja to attend a high-level meeting that involved traditional leaders across the country As it stands, Kano Emirate has no emir as both Bayero and Sanusi … Read more

The operation was coordinated by the Office of the National Security Adviser. Photo credit: @PoliceNGSource: Twitter READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG