The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja has ordered Yahaya Bello, the immediate past governor of Kogi state, to present himself for trial Ex-Governor Bello was also restrained from taking further action to stall his trial until the EFCC arraigned him Recall that Bello has been evading the arrest by the EFCC to answer questions … Read more
Joe Ajaero, the president of the NLC, who was recently invited for questioning by the police, has explained why he did not appear for the scheduled questioning on Tuesday, August 20 Ajaero, through his counsel, Femi Falana, explained that his absence was due to his prior engagement The NLC president then explained that he would … Read more
A 58-year-old man (name withheld) reportedly undergoing 19-day dry fasting has passed on to the great beyond The younger brother of the deceased reported the unfortunate incident to the police authorities on Monday, August 19 The Lagos state police commands spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the incident and shared further details Lagos police react as … Read more
On Tuesday, the United States government announced that it has allocated $27 million as an aid package to help Nigeria combat the humanitarian crisis It noted that the assistance was part of the $536 million announced by the U.S. under Secretary of the State Department, Uzra Zeya, a few days ago The U.S. ambassador to … Read more
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has threatened to shut down the nation’s economy if its president, Comrade Joe Ajaero is arrested by the police The NLC Deputy President, Kabiru Ado Sani, said this after the Police invited Ajaero over alleged terrorism finance, treasonable felony, cybercrime and other related offences Sani said the NLC is already … Read more
The Deputy President of NLC Political Commission, Prof. Theophilus Ndubuaku, has explained why there is a delay in the implementation of the N70,000 new minimum wage Ndubuaku said the process of consequential adjustment involves a lot of things like templates, calculation, compiling He, however, said the process of implementing the N70,000 new minimum wage may … Read more
INEC REC in Ogun state Niyi Ijalaye has reportedly slumped and died shortly after the meeting of the commission in Abuja on Monday evening, August 20 Iyalaye died at his hotel in Abuja, where he had lodged to attend the INEC meeting ahead of the off-cycle election in Edo and Ondo Professor Mahmood Yakubu, the … Read more
BREAKING: Tinubu sacks Jalal Arabi amid NAHCON probe, makes fresh appointment READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG
A serious accident in Ogun involved a car and an Okada motorcycle, resulting in multiple injuries The impact caused severe injuries to the motorcycle rider and passenger and forced the car into a parked Lexus jeep Eyewitness Alexandre Oke described the scene, highlighting the significant damage to both vehicles and the shop, with pictures revealing … Read more
Governor Fintiri begins payment of new minimum wage Photo Credit: @GovernorAUFSource: Twitter READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG
Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo urged people to invest in Lagos real estate, predicting a high in cost of properties in the next 10 years Ashimolowo advised against investing in stocks, particularly in Nigerian banks, emphasizing that real estate provides better returns Reflecting on the past, Ashimolowo noted that land in areas like Opebi and Allen Avenue … Read more
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
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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