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
It’s week five on the Big Brother Naija show, and the drama is getting even more intense, as there has been a regular clash of personalities One of the pairs of the BBNaija house, Doublekay, is unhappy about Wanni’s constant rudeness towards Kellyrae, Kassia’s husband According to his wife Kassia, they noticed the twins had … Read more
Nigerian Afrobeat superstar Seun Kuti shared his disappointment with a Nigerian bank in London The Saxophonist narrated how he was bounced out of the bank premises because the £10,000 he had was not enough to open an account Boldong calling the bank’s name, the activist slammed them for not being considerate about the country’s economic … Read more
Actor Lege Miami has shared his take on ladies who sleep with men for money and feel it does not matter He also admonished ladies living outside Nigeria and displaying foreign vibes thinking that marriage does not matter According to the movie star, ladies should not consider the present and should look at what the … Read more
Mercy Johnson is marking her 40th birthday and has shared a fun video of her kids celebrating her in a unique The mother of four teamed up with her children to drop a rap song about her and her husband, Prince Odi Okojie The Nollywood actress’ sweet bond with her children has left fans, including … Read more
President Bola Tinubu’s administration experienced a major shake-up over the weekend as the director generals of the DSS and NIA resigned Former President Muhammadu Buhari appointed Ahmed Rufai Abubakar and Yusuf Bichi, and they spent almost a decade in their respective positions before resigning President Tinubu has appointed Ajayi and Mohammed as their replacement, and … Read more
It will be a German War when new Super Eagles coach Bruno Labbadia comes face-to-face with fellow German Gernot Rohr in a 2025 AFCON qualifier next month. Former Super Eagles Rohr will lead Benin in this clash in Uyo on September 7 and he said he will not be nice to his fellow countryman as … Read more
Nigerian singer Burna Boy recently trended online when reports about him owning a football academy went viral The singer, who has always been passionate about giving back and youth development, has opened multiple football academies across Nigeria TheTalk.NG recalls reporting the opening of the academy, but in this article, we intend to help aspiring footballers … Read more
Victor Osimhen will be one of the players to get the best under new Super Eagles coach Bruno Labbadia, according to former international Jonathan Akpoborie. Labbadia was a striker during his playing days and Akpoborie said he believes he will bring out the best from Osimhen in the national team. “He was a striker, who … Read more
Nigerian singer Rema trended on social media amid preparations for his homecoming concert in Benin A video went viral showing the HEHEHE crooner in a heartily moment with his mother during an eventful outing The older woman was visibly happy to be around her son as they spoke sweetly to each other, not minding the … Read more
Former Super Eagles star Jonathan Akpoborie has backed new coach Bruno Labbadia to qualify Nigeria to the 2026 World Cup despite the precarious position they find themselves in the qualifiers. The Super Eagles languish second from bottom and are four points adrift of front runners Rwanda, South Africa and Benin after four rounds of matches. … Read more
Nigerian states with abandoned airports Photo Credit: @uanamadi, @CCSoludo, @biodunaoyebanjiSource: TwitterAnambra International Cargo AirportEbonyi AirportFayemi spent N16bn on Akure Airport in EkitiJigawa airport abandonedBayelsa abandoned airportWhat is the state of Yobe airport?Did Nasarawa have an airport? READ IN FULL ON LEGIT.NG
Chelsea pursuit for Victor Osimhen is back on after the Premier League club tabled an offer to the striker’s agent. Chelsea, according to Top Transfer Expert Gianluca Di Marzio, are now negotiating a salary for Osimhen. It has been reported that Osimhen has demanded 500,000 Pounds-a-week, which will break the wage structure at the club. … Read more
Asisat Oshoala today scored against former team Barcelona Femeni for her club Bay FC, who fell 5-2 in friendly. 1-0 | That right foot tap 😏GOOOOLLLL DE @AsisatOshoala! 💥#BayFC scores in the 17th minute. #BAYvBARÇA #BLegendary #WeCameToPlay pic.twitter.com/yFMcNVSwDH — Bay Football Club (@wearebayfc) August 28, 2024 The Super Falcons star fired a low shot after … Read more
The Nigerian 36 governors have been accused of abandoning their constitutional responsibility to the shoulder of the federal government Femi Falana, a human rights lawyer, made the allegation while making a case for the creation of state police in Nigeria Falana also maintained that no Nigerian has spoken against the creation of state police except … Read more
Nigerian singer Wizkid spurred a fresh round of debate online after a video disclosed his recent affection for Asake The Afrobeats star’s official disc jockey DJ Tunez revealed that the singer paid him 10 million naira to play the YBNL star’s hit’ Fuji Vibe’ A viral video captured the reaction of the fun seekers following … Read more
President Bola Tinubu, who took office in May 2023, eliminated fuel subsidies.Source: Facebook”As the chief security officer, President Tinubu is saddled with the responsibility of safeguarding the lives of citizens. In the last one year, we have had challenges with the availability of products, owing to the removal of fuel subsidy.”We’ve seen the heightened hardship … Read more
Ike Ekweremadu, the former Nigerian deputy senate president, has been said to be under investigation by the UK police According to a documentary titled “Daniel vs Ekweremadu”, the embattled Nigerian politician was said to be under investigation over a case linked to him Recall that Ekweremadu was sentenced to 10 years imprisonment in the UK … Read more
Wilfred Ndidi showed great footwork inside the box when he scored his first goal of the new season in the League Cup against Tranmere Rovers tonight. 🏴 GOAL | Leicester 3-0 Tranmere | Ndidi NDIDI MAKES IT THREE! pic.twitter.com/7oJMxqCZPq — CentreGoalssss (@centregoalss) August 27, 2024 Leicester City won their first game of the season with … Read more
There are growing demands for the immediate removal of Mele Kyari, the head of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Limited) Abdul-Aziz Abubakar demanded this, citing Kyari’s alleged incompetence and mismanagement of the nation’s petroleum sector The PDP chieftain expressed frustration over the persistent fuel queues, which have caused severe hardship for Nigerians, with … Read more
Nigerian actor Charles Okocha and his mother became the centre of attention online with their playful video The elderly woman who had spent some time in her son’s house was seen about to take her leave when the movie star surprised her In the viral video, the actor’s mum was thrilled by 50 Cent’s song … Read more
On August 27, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) transferred regulatory authority to six statesEnugu, Ekiti, Ondo, Imo, Oyo, and Edo These states have established their own electricity regulatory agencies to oversee and manage their local markets NERC explains that the change allows for localised control over electricity regulation within these regions NERC mentions 6 … Read more
The Bola Tinubu-led administration appears to be reorganising the security architecture in Nigeria. Photo credits: @abba_yusufbichi, @nigeriahajjcomSource: TwitterThe seizure of Nigerias assets was an embarrassment to the president and the DG of NIA (Rufai) took the easy way out when he realised that he will be sacked.”Implications of Tinubus appointment of DSS, NIA DGs READ … Read more
Late singer Mohbad’s friend, Prime Boy, has tackled Wunmi, the widow of the deceased, and said she cannot claim not to have a hand in his death In a video, he said he was disappointed in Wunmi and stated that the times he played with her son, he would have smashed him on the floor … Read more
Past Director General of the National Intelligence Agency Ahmed Abubakar formally welcomed his successor, Mohammad Mohammad During the handover session, Abubakar stood close to Mohammad while handing over the flag of office to him TheTalk.NG had reported the resignation of the outgoing DG as well as the appointment of Mohammad subsequently What NIA DG Abubakar … Read more