BREAKING: Protesters storm Nigerian embassy in UK, submit petition to FG

Activists from the Niger Delta Environmental Justice Coalition staged a peaceful protest in London on Monday, demanding justice for Ikerete Udo, a coordinator with Tantita Security Services Ltd., who was brutally murdered while protecting Nigeria’s oil infrastructure. The demonstrators marched to the Nigerian High Commission in the United Kingdom, where they submitted a formal petition … Read more

BREAKING: LASU Prays For Peace, Performs Coconut Breaking Ritual

The Lagos State University (LASU) on Monday held its symbolic coconut-breaking ceremony, offering prayers for peace and progress within the institution and among students. The Vice-Chancellor (V-C), Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, led the ceremony at the university’s main campus in Ojo, Lagos, as part of activities marking its 28th convocation ceremony. Olatunji-Bello, who emphasised the significance … Read more

BREAKING: ‘Shame On Peter Obi, Atiku, They Are Politically Homeless’

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ayekooto Akindele, has slammed ex-presidential candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party (LP), Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, over an impending coalition of opposition political parties to retire President Bola Tinubu in 2027. Naija News reports that Akindele made this known while reacting to … Read more

BREAKING: Hajj 2025 in Doubt for Nigerians as Saudi Arabia Imposes Visa Ban

Intending Nigerian pilgrims may be unable to perform the 2025 Hajj, following a sweeping visa restriction announced by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The new policy bars nationals from 14 countries, including Nigeria, from obtaining several categories of short-term visas. The measure, which takes effect on 13 April 2025, includes the suspension of business visas … Read more

BREAKING: We’ll Make Your Salaries Reflect Risks You Face

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare, motivation, and modernisation of the Nigeria Police Force. Speaking in Abuja on Monday, Tinubu said the salaries and benefits of police officers will be improved to reflect the gravity of their responsibilities and the risks they face daily. The president spoke during the maiden … Read more

BREAKING: 4 Nigerian Gospel Singers Die In Ghastly Accident

The Ogun State Commander and Public Information Officer of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Florence Okupe, has confirmed the death of four Nigerian gospel singers in Ogun State. Naija News learnt that Okupe, in a statement on Monday, disclosed that the singers lost their lives when they were involved in a fatal car accident … Read more

BREAKING: Tension as police deny protesters access to Lagos state house of assembly

Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command on Monday barricaded the route leading to the Lagos State House of Assembly, preventing a coalition of protesters from delivering a letter containing their demands. The protest, led by the Take-It-Back Movement in collaboration with other civil society organisations, was due to the alleged abuse of Nigeria’s Cybercrime … Read more

BREAKING: Nigeria May Slide Into Anarchy, Sultan Tells Tinubu

The Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI) has condemned the unwarranted killings of 60 people in the Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau. The condemnation is contained in a statement issued by the JNI Secretary-General, Prof. Khalid Aliyu, on Monday in Kaduna. Aliyu said, “It is very depressing to have read, after experiencing relative stability and peace … Read more

BREAKING: Edo Assembly Reshuffles Leadership As APC Gains Majority

The Edo State House of Assembly has announced a leadership reshuffle, appointing Jonathan Aigbokhan (APC–Esan West) as the new Majority Leader. This comes as the All Progressives Congress (APC) solidifies its position as the dominant party in the House. In March, the APC formally informed the Assembly of its new majority status, following the defection … Read more

BREAKING: Kwara APC Woman Leader Accuses Commissioner of Harassment Over Empowerment Gift

A woman leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State, Hajia Aisha Shehu, popularly known as “Nnamama,” has accused the state Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Hon. Shehu Ndanusa Usman, of harassment and intimidation over her participation in an empowerment programme organised by Senator Saliu Mustapha. In an exclusive audio conversation obtained … Read more

BREAKING: Obaseki’s Ex-Aide Urges Ighodalo, PDP To Accept Edo Election Tribunal Ruling, Support Okpebholo

A former Chief Press Secretary to ex-Governor Godwin Obaseki, John Mayaki, has called on the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate in the September 21 governorship election, Asue Ighodalo, to accept defeat and collaborate with the new administration for the progress of Edo State. Although Mayaki did not initially support the All Progressives Congress … Read more

BREAKING: Don’t Sensationalize Security Crisis, Governor’s Aide Urges Residents

The Special Advisor to the Sokoto state governor on security matters, Colonel Ahmed Usman (Rtd), has cautioned residents against making inflammatory and politicised statements that could hinder ongoing efforts to tackle security challenges in the state. This special adviser issued the warning in response to recent comments credited to one Basharu Altine Guyawa. According to … Read more

BREAKING: EU To Prioritise Negotiations Over Retaliation

The European Union (EU) on Monday announced that it will begin imposing retaliatory tariffs on selected U.S. imports starting next week, but said that its primary focus remains on negotiating with the U.S. to roll back the tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump. The decision followed a meeting of EU trade ministers in Luxembourg, … Read more

BREAKING: MTN, Firm To Launch African Streaming Platform

MTN Group has announced a strategic partnership with UK-based video software provider Synamedia to develop a new streaming platform aimed at mobile and fibre users across the African continent. According to the group, the platform will deliver both linear television and video-on-demand (VOD) content, leveraging Synamedia’s advanced cloud-based technologies. It is designed to accommodate a … Read more

BREAKING: Ecobank Boss Urges Swift AfCFTA Implementation To Counter U.S. Tariff

The Chief Executive Officer of Ecobank Transnational Inc., Jeremy Awori, has urged African governments to accelerate the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) as a strategic response to the economic risks posed by new tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump. In an interview with Bloomberg TV, Awori warned that the tariffs, … Read more

BREAKING: Tinubu Backs Bad Governance Protests, Sends Strong Warning to Demonstrators

FCT, Abuja – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led federal government has expressed its support for the right of citizens, particularly young people, to protest, acknowledging their grievances and the importance of free expression. Legit.ng earlier reported that a group of Nigerians under the aegis of the ‘Take It Back’ movement, on Monday, April 7, took to … Read more