Friday, August 29, 2025

 "In reality, Deji is a POLITICIAN in capital letters - activism is just an image washing tool. To seal this smart move, he hired VDM – oh no, you thought VDM hired him?…

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Thursday, August 28, 2025

 20,000 men in Nigeria have submitted their applications for Tiwa Savage after she said she’s still searching for “somebody’s son.”…

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Monday, August 25, 2025

 4 Reasons President Tinubu May Not Seek Re-Election in 2027 Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 8:50 PM By  Basit Jamiu reviewed by  James Ojo 3 min read Speculation is mounting over whether President Bola Tinubu will seek a second term in Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election A mix of political uncertainty, public dissatisfaction, and emerging rivals has cast doubt on his re-election prospects This report explores four key factors that could influence Tinubu’s decision to step aside Read more: https://www.legit.ng/politics/1670059-4-reasons-president-tinubu-seek-election-2027/

Sunday, August 17, 2025

 Bye-Election: List of Constituencies Where APC Lost and Parties That Won Updated Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 9:37 PM By  Basit Jamiu 2 min read The All Progressives Congress (APC suffered defeats in four key bye-elections held across Anambra, Kano, and Oyo States Rival parties including APGA, NNPP, and PDP secured victories, signalling a shift in regional political momentum INEC has confirmed the results on Sunday, following contests triggered by legislative vacancies Read more: https://www.legit.ng/politics/1669720-bye-election-list-constituencies-apc-lost-parties-won/?utm_source=onesignal&utm_medium=webpush

Friday, August 15, 2025

 Fish Magnet’s Workers Resume Business, Cry Out Over Impersonators on Facebook: “Una Don Move On” Friday, August 15, 2025 at 10:01 AM By  Victoria Nwahiri 3 min read Days after his death and a candlelight procession, Fish Magnet’s workers have announced the resumption of his business This came days after social media critic Verydarkman led hundreds of youths in Anambra on a candlelight procession for the fish seller In a TikTok video, the team also cried out over impersonators on his Facebook page, alerting citizens on how to place their orders Read more: https://www.legit.ng/people/1669421-fish-magnets-workers-resume-business-cries-impersonators-facebook-una-don-move/

 Atiku, Peter Obi vs Tinubu: Prophet Discloses Who Will Determine Nigeria’s Next President in 2027 Updated Friday, August 15, 2025 at 10:12 AM By  Esther Odili 3 min read Prophet Emmanuel Chinonso Stephen of the Mountain of Grace and Glory Ministry (MGGM), has explained how former vice president Atiku Abubakar's key role in the 2027 elections In his latest predictions, he noted that Atiku's decision might affect Peter Obi's chances, thereby sealing President Tinubu's re-election victory in 2027 Prophet Stephen's warned that it is not a prophecy but Nigerians have shared their hot takes regarding what the cleric maintained will happen in 2027 Read more: https://www.legit.ng/politics/1669412-atiku-peter-obi-tinubu-prophet-discloses-determine-nigerias-president-2027/

Thursday, August 14, 2025

 Breaking: NLC Announces Fresh Strike, Gives 2 Reasons Updated Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 7:27 PM By  Bada Yusuf 3 min read The President Bola Tinubu administration has been issued a fresh strike notice by the organised labour, NLC The NLC announced in a communique issued at the end of its CWC meeting on Wednesday, August 13 According to the union, if the demands are not met within seven days, the government should expect a nationwide action from the Nigerian workers Read more: https://www.legit.ng/politics/1669341-breaking-nlc-announces-fresh-strike-2-reasons/

Wednesday, August 13, 2025

 Breaking: Grief as Lagos Lawmaker Dies Two Weeks After Swearing In Updated Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 10:47 PM By  Bada Yusuf 3 min read Lagos councillor representing Ward C1 in the Ibeju-Lekki local government area of the state, Oluwakemi Rufai, has been declared dead The Lagos lawmaker died just two weeks after she was sworn in as the only female lawmaker in the Ibeju-Lekki LGA Rufai's death was confirmed in a statement by the state chapter of the APC, noting that the lawmaker passed away in the early hours of Wednesday, August 13 PAY ATTENTION: Follow our WhatsApp channel to never miss out on the news that Read more: https://www.legit.ng/nigeria/1669140-breaking-lagos-lawmaker-dies-weeks-swearing-in/

Friday, August 8, 2025

 Ademola Lookman: 4 Possible Punishments Awaiting Super Eagles Star After Atalanta Strike Friday, August 08, 2025 at 10:41 PM By  Chukwu Ikechukwu 3 min read Ademola Lookman has refused to train at Atalanta in protest after the club rejected three bids from Inter Milan The Super Eagles star risks fines, suspension, demotion to the reserve team, and possible legal action Atalanta are considering strong disciplinary measures against the Super Eagles star as tensions reach boiling point Don't miss out! Join Legit.ng's Sports News channel on WhatsApp now! Read more: https://www.legit.ng/sports/football/1668477-ademola-lookman-4-punishments-awaiting-super-eagles-star-atalanta-strike/

Thursday, August 7, 2025

 Lady Who Accused Jennysglow of N3m Debt Replies Her, VDM, Sends Evidence to Activist: “Settle Her” Wednesday, August 06, 2025 at 5:21 PM By  Shade Metibogun 3 min read The lady who called out Jennysglow over a failed surrogate and a debt of N3 million has responded to the challenge thrown at her by Verydarkman After the lady's message went viral, Verydarkman reacted in a video, requesting evidence to show that she was not fabricating her claims Fans have advised the businesswoman to reach out to the lady before VDM escalates the issue further Read more: https://www.legit.ng/entertainment/celebrities/1668036-lady-accused-jennysglow-n3m-debt-replies-vdm-sends-evidence-activist-settle/

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

 Has Goodluck Jonathan Endorsed Peter Obi for 2027 Election? Omokri Speaks Updated Tuesday, August 05, 2025 at 11:32 PM By  Ridwan Adeola 2 min read Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over 9 years of experience covering elections, politics, and governance in Nigeria. PAY ATTENTION: Follow our WhatsApp channel to never miss out on the news that matters to you! FCT, Abuja - Ahead of the 2027 election, former presidential aide Reno Omokri has said ex-President Goodluck Jonathan has neither endorsed nor aligned forces with Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP). Powered by: Advertisement: 0:04 Omokri who said on his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle on Tuesday, August 5, said a March 2025 photograph showing Messrs Jonathan and Obi 'does not signal anything political'. Read more: https://www.legit.ng/politics/1667888-did-goodluck-jonathan-endorse-peter-obi-2027-election-omokri-speaks/

 Trump says will name new economics data official this week Monday, August 04, 2025 at 2:42 PM By  AFP 2 min read Read more: https://www.legit.ng/business-economy/economy/1667627-trump-economics-data-official-week/

Monday, August 4, 2025

 Breaking: Tragedy As Gunmen Kill Two Policemen Attached to House of Assembly Leader Updated Monday, August 04, 2025 at 2:43 PM By  Esther Odili 3 min read Tragedy occurred in Imo state as police escorts attached to the majority leader of Ebonyi state House of Assembly, Hon. Kingsley Ikoro, were gunned down Reports making the rounds on Monday, August 4, revealed that the gunmen ambushed, attacked Hon. Ikoro's convoy who were travelling through the volatile Okigwe axis in Imo state One of the vehicles in the convoy reportedly broke down, forcing the two officers to stay behind while others continued the journey Read more: https://www.legit.ng/nigeria/1667605-breaking-tragedy-gunmen-kill-policemen-attached-house-assembly-leader/

 2027 Election: Analyst Reacts As El-Rufai’s Son Clamours for Peter Obi/Northern Candidate Ticket Updated Monday, August 04, 2025 at 1:08 PM By  Adekunle Dada reviewed by  Bruce Douglas 3 min read A public affairs analyst, Donald Okwuosa, has reacted to the call for a joint ticket of Peter Obi and a northern candidate ahead of the 2027 election Okwuosa stated that Obi and El-Rufai's joint ticket would unseat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) Obi, former vice-president Atiku Abubakar, and former minister of transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, are fighting for the ADC presidential ticket Read more: https://www.legit.ng/politics/1667525-2027-election-analyst-reacts-el-rufais-son-clamours-peter-obinorthern-candidate-ticket/

Sunday, August 3, 2025

 From Orji to Mayegun: Another Lagos LG Renames Streets, Full List Emerges Updated Sunday, August 03, 2025 at 6:44 AM By  Bada Yusuf 3 min read A Lagos council, Eti-Osa Local Government Area, has become the second to rename streets amid the ongoing controversies This came amid the controversies of the renaming of streets in the Bariga local council area of the state, particularly the renaming of Charly Boy Bus Stop to Olamide Baddo Bus Stop Femi Falana, a human rights activist, has joined several other Nigerians to criticise the renaming of the bus stop Read more: https://www.legit.ng/nigeria/1667389-from-orji-mayegun-lagos-council-renames-streets-full-list-emerges/

Saturday, August 2, 2025

 Blessing CEO Breaks Silence Amid Stella Dimoko’s Report of IVD’s Arrest on His Way to Qatar Updated Saturday, August 02, 2025 at 12:30 PM By  Olumide Alake 3 min read Car dealer Ikechukwu Ogbonna, better known as IVD, has reportedly been arrested in Lagos The news shared by blogger Stella Dimoko Korkus claimed IVD, who is set to tie the knot with Blessing CEO, was arrested on his way to Qatar Amid the rumours of IVD's arrest, Blessing CEO has, however, hinted at their wedding taking place on Saturday Read more: https://www.legit.ng/entertainment/celebrities/1667354-blessing-ceo-breaks-silence-stella-dimokos-report-ivds-arrest-qatar/

 Peter Obi Reacts to Allegation of Coup Plot to Remove Tinubu, "Red Lines" Updated Saturday, August 02, 2025 at 12:00 PM By  Ridwan Adeola 3 min read Valentine Obienyem, media aide to the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, described allegations that his principal is plotting a coup to oust President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as lunacy and a joke taken too far While describing the allegations credited to Abayomi Arabambi as “reckless and absurd”, Obienyem said in a functional society, “such an accuser would be arrested immediately" As Nigerians look forward to the 2027 general elections, Obienyem echoed the reaction of his principal via a statement titled: 'Coup Plot Allegation: A Dangerous Joke Taken Too Far' Read more: https://www.legit.ng/politics/1667326-allegation-coup-plot-by-obi-remove-tinubu-lunacy-obienyem/

Friday, August 1, 2025

 'Tinubu's 2yrs Better Than Yar'Adua, Buhari, Jonathan, Obasanjo': APC Declares, Gives Reasons Updated Friday, August 01, 2025 at 8:25 PM By  Ezra Ukanwa 3 min read Felix Morka, National Publicity Secretary of APC, claims President Tinubu’s performance in two years surpasses that of previous leaders, focusing on long-term economic reforms Morka defends Tinubu against ongoing opposition criticisms from figures like Amaechi, Atiku, and El-Rufai, asserting their criticisms lack substance and are politically motivated Morka challenges opposition leaders for failing to offer alternative policies, emphasising that Tinubu’s actions prioritise the country's long-term prosperity over short-term popularity Read more: https://www.legit.ng/nigeria/1658271-apc-speaks-how-tinubus-performing-yar-adua-buhari-jonathan-obasanjo-others/

 Tinubu Alerted as Opposition Leaders Allegedly Infiltrate, Undermine NNPCL Through Insiders Friday, August 01, 2025 at 7:57 PM By  Abdul-Hafeez Fadehan 3 min read A coalition of civil society groups has raised concerns over alleged attempts to derail recent reforms in Nigeria’s oil sector led by the NNPCL under Dr. Bayo Ojulari The groups, including the Coalition for Good Governance and Change Initiatives and HURIWA, warned that media attacks and protests against Ojulari aim to discredit his anti-corruption efforts They urged President Bola Tinubu to remain vigilant and support the current leadership's efforts to enhance transparency and accountability in the oil industry Read more: https://www.legit.ng/business-economy/energy/1667255-stakeholders-tinubu-opposition-leaders-infiltrating-plotting-sabotage-nnpcl-insiders/

 Tinubu Sacks Top Govt Official, Appoints Replacement Updated Friday, August 01, 2025 at 9:58 AM By  Esther Odili reviewed by  Bruce Douglas 3 min read President Bola Tinubu announced the dismissal of Nkiruka Madueke from her position as director general of the Nigeria Climate Change Council on July 31 With immediate effect, Omotenioye Majekodunmi was appointed as the new leader of the council, taking over from Madueke, who took on the role in June 2024 The spokesperson for President Tinubu, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed the change in the NCCC's leadership in a statement made available to the press on the same day Read more: https://www.legit.ng/nigeria/1667102-breaking-tinubu-sacks-top-govt-official-appoints-replacement/

  The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) gives a four-day ultimatum to the Federal ...