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

BREAKING: Top Performing Nigerian Footballers Abroad Last Weekend: Iwobi, Dele-Bashiru, Others

From England to Spain, Belgium to Italy, Nigerian footballers continued to make their presence felt across Europe’s top leagues this past weekend. Whether finding the back of the net or creating key chances for teammates, Nigerian footballers flew the green-and-white flag high with standout performances that made headlines. As the season enters its decisive phase, … Read more

BREAKING: Sokoto Governor’s Aide Urges Residents Not To Sensationalize Security Issues

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: Is Peter Obi in Talks With SDP Ahead of 2027 Election? Obidient Movement Breaks Silence

Yunusa Tanko, the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, has denied speculations that Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), is planning to defect to the Social Democratic Party (SDP). Tanko made the clarification on Monday during his appearance on The Morning Brief, a programme aired on Channels Television. Obidient movement: … Read more

BREAKING: Tinubu’s minister supports TIB protesters, gives reason

Nigeria’s Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has thrown his support for the Take-It-Back Movement protesters across the country. Olawande said he would have joined the ongoing nationwide protest organised by the Take-It-Back Movement if he had the time to do so. Speaking to journalists on the sidelines of the 2025 Annual Management Conference of … Read more

BREAKING: We Are Ready To Beat Real Madrid – Arteta Boasts

Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta has revealed that his team is ready to beat Real Madrid at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday in a 2024-25 Champions League clash. The Gunners will battle it out with the defending champions in the quarter-finals of Europe’s premier competition. Arsenal have only made it to this stage of the competition … Read more

BREAKING: Presidency Addresses Reports Of INEC Chairman Sacking

The presidency has dismissed rumours that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the replacement of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mahmood Yakubu. In a post on his 𝕏 handle on Monday afternoon, the Senior Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Digital Media and New Media, O’tega Ogra, described it as ‘fake news.’ … Read more