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Tragedy as prominent former lawmaker assassinated in Plateau, photo surfaces

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Tragedy as prominent former lawmaker assassinated in Plateau, photo surfaces

A former lawmaker has been tragically assassinated in Plateau state, northcentral Nigeria, igniting concern across communities. Legit.ng has the details.

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Kiddwaya’s bold advice to women on periods sparks heated reactions online

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Breaking: Babachir Lawal dumps ADC, gives reason as he launches scathing attack on Atiku

Breaking: Babachir Lawal dumps ADC, gives reason as he launches scathing attack on Atiku

Ex-SGF Babachir Lawal has suddenly resigned from the ADC, severely lambasting former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Legit.ng has the full details.

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Iru Ekun: Security initiative or political instrument?

Iru Ekun: Security initiative or political instrument?

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"What Obi should learn from Tinubu": Wike drops unexpected

"What Obi should learn from Tinubu": Wike drops unexpected

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Did Peter Obi demolish a mosque in Anambra state? NDC candidate’s ally speaks out

Did Peter Obi demolish a mosque in Anambra state? NDC candidate’s ally speaks out

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Tension as gunmen kill 2, kidnap villagers, passengers in fresh Kogi attack

Tension as gunmen kill 2, kidnap villagers, passengers in fresh Kogi attack

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MultiChoice launches new campaign for DStv subscribers to watch over 160 channels for free

MultiChoice launches new campaign for DStv subscribers to watch over 160 channels for free

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Tragedy as prominent former lawmaker assassinated in Plateau, photo surfaces

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Cute Abiola apologises to Patience Jonathan over viral crying clip about kidnapping: "She warned us"

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"Please adopt her": Toyin Abraham receives praise over gesture towards late Baba Suwe's daughter

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"Wetin do Chioma?" Rapper CDQ recounts how much he charged Davido to cook for him in his apartment

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Bolaji Ogunmola reacts to cinema sabotage allegations amid Faithia Balogun’s outburst

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Who is Quenlin Blackwell, and how tall is she? All we know about the TikTok star

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A look at Seyi Awolowo's biography and his evolution since Big Brother Naija

A look at Seyi Awolowo's biography and his evolution since Big Brother Naija

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Singer Chike, Nancy Isime, and 3 other Nigerian celebrities who are unmarried and their reasons

Singer Chike, Nancy Isime, and 3 other Nigerian celebrities who are unmarried and their reasons

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Why Lagos APC can't be compared to that of national level

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Why Lagos APC can't be compared to that of national level

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My Family Mocked My Husband Because of His Height – 12 Years Later, They Begged Him for Money

My Family Mocked My Husband Because of His Height – 12 Years Later, They Begged Him for Money

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Analyst explains 3 ways Hamzat was prepared to govern Lagos years back

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After Losing 7 Babies, I Finally Reached 8 Months Pregnant – Doctors Gave Me A Devastating Choice

After Losing 7 Babies, I Finally Reached 8 Months Pregnant – Doctors Gave Me A Devastating Choice

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My Stepfather Raised Five Children Who Weren't His – After His Funeral, We Received Secret Letters

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When I Packed My Late Wife's Things, I Found a Monthly Receipt Signed by My Own Retired Father

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My MIL Sabotaged Our Gender Reveal but Regret Hit Her Harder than She Could Imagine

My MIL Sabotaged Our Gender Reveal but Regret Hit Her Harder than She Could Imagine

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My Son "Fell" From a Swing and Was Rushed to the ER – But CCTV Caught My Husband Coaching Him to Lie

My Son "Fell" From a Swing and Was Rushed to the ER – But CCTV Caught My Husband Coaching Him to Lie

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I Found My Boyfriend In My Grandma's School Album – The Photo Was Taken Decades Ago

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Has the Nigerian police force begun new recruitment? PSC speaks out

Has the Nigerian police force begun new recruitment? PSC speaks out

an hour ago by Ezra Ukanwa

Federal workers kick against ₦100,000 minimum wage proposal amid hardship

Federal workers kick against ₦100,000 minimum wage proposal amid hardship

an hour ago by Adekunle Dada

Breaking: DSS arrests those reportedly 'linked’ to abduction of over 300 students in Niger

Breaking: DSS arrests those reportedly 'linked’ to abduction of over 300 students in Niger

an hour ago by Ezra Ukanwa

Breaking: Wike speaks on why Amaechi did not win ADC presidential primary, "My brother made a mistake"

Breaking: Wike speaks on why Amaechi did not win ADC presidential primary, "My brother made a mistake"

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Angry protesters storm streets over Oyo school abductions; photos, videos surface

Angry protesters storm streets over Oyo school abductions; photos, videos surface

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Breaking: Atiku replies Wike over 2027 election in Rivers, "You can't stop anything"

Breaking: Atiku replies Wike over 2027 election in Rivers, "You can't stop anything"

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Drama as dad confronts stranger for giving child envelope, breaks into smiles after checking inside

Drama as dad confronts stranger for giving child envelope, breaks into smiles after checking inside

an hour ago by Oluwadara Adebisi

University of Lagos (UNILAG) denies man admission after JAMB exam, mentions his UTME scores

University of Lagos (UNILAG) denies man admission after JAMB exam, mentions his UTME scores

an hour ago by Muhammed Hammed Olayinka

Nigerian man who built device to help army fight kidnappers shows off gadget, video goes viral

Nigerian man who built device to help army fight kidnappers shows off gadget, video goes viral

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Lady who stayed in public hostel after gaining admission into University of Ibadan shares experience

Lady who stayed in public hostel after gaining admission into University of Ibadan shares experience

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Lady rejects admission offer from popular university, outlines major reason for declining

Lady rejects admission offer from popular university, outlines major reason for declining

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Lady who secured admission to 20 universities abroad speaks up about not going, shares reason

Lady who secured admission to 20 universities abroad speaks up about not going, shares reason

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Wike speaks on moves to make Jonathan PDP candidate for 2027 election

Wike speaks on moves to make Jonathan PDP candidate for 2027 election

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Governor Muftwang breaks silence on how unknown donor gave him $100,000 before governorship primary

Governor Muftwang breaks silence on how unknown donor gave him $100,000 before governorship primary

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Reps spokesperson who dumped APC for LP clinches ticket after massive primary win

Reps spokesperson who dumped APC for LP clinches ticket after massive primary win

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2027: Kogi APC leaders warn against imposition of NASS candidates, ask Tinubu to intervene

2027: Kogi APC leaders warn against imposition of NASS candidates, ask Tinubu to intervene

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2027 primaries: APC speaks on Abia South senatorial ticket amid rumours, details how winner emerged

2027 primaries: APC speaks on Abia South senatorial ticket amid rumours, details how winner emerged

7 hours ago by James Ojo

Breaking: Keyamo reacts to Jonathan's 2027 presidential bid, "Comedy taken too far"

Breaking: Keyamo reacts to Jonathan's 2027 presidential bid, "Comedy taken too far"

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Transfer: 4 players Arsenal plans signing after UCL defeat vs Paris Saint-Germain

Transfer: 4 players Arsenal plans signing after UCL defeat vs Paris Saint-Germain

an hour ago by Dare Kuti

2026 Ballon d'Or: Bayern Munich legend picks winner ahead of World Cup

2026 Ballon d'Or: Bayern Munich legend picks winner ahead of World Cup

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Poland winger sends message to Super Eagles ahead of June friendly

Poland winger sends message to Super Eagles ahead of June friendly

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Tobi Amusan sets new record in Rabat Diamond League win

Tobi Amusan sets new record in Rabat Diamond League win

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2026 FIFA World Cup: Supercomputer predicts top 5 favourites to win

2026 FIFA World Cup: Supercomputer predicts top 5 favourites to win

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Brock Lesnar gets his revenge against Oba Femi, defeats Nigerian wrestler in epic WWE clash, video

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Brock Lesnar gets his revenge against Oba Femi, defeats Nigerian wrestler in epic WWE clash, video

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British soldier dies in northern Iraq, UK confirms: “With deep regret”

British soldier dies in northern Iraq, UK confirms: “With deep regret”

an hour ago by Ololade Olatimehin

US mentions why Nigerians’ visa applications undergo interagency vetting

US mentions why Nigerians’ visa applications undergo interagency vetting

2 hours ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

2064: Scientists mention what could happen to Earth’s population in the next 40 years, warns

2064: Scientists mention what could happen to Earth’s population in the next 40 years, warns

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Saudi Arabia opens Umrah visa issuance for new season through Nusuk platform

Saudi Arabia opens Umrah visa issuance for new season through Nusuk platform

20 hours ago by Basit Jamiu

US, Canada and Mexico announce joint travel advisory ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026

US, Canada and Mexico announce joint travel advisory ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026

3 days ago by Basit Jamiu

South Africa's xenophobia: Violence breaks out as students demand foreigners leave schools

South Africa's xenophobia: Violence breaks out as students demand foreigners leave schools

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The real issues in using local actors for South-West security

The real issues in using local actors for South-West security

6 hours ago by Ololade Olatimehin

Oyo school attack: A toast to Michael Oyedokun and hurrah for the next victim

Oyo school attack: A toast to Michael Oyedokun and hurrah for the next victim

3 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

Why kidnapping in Nigeria won’t end soon: The reality behind the crisis

Why kidnapping in Nigeria won’t end soon: The reality behind the crisis

5 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

Oyo school kidnap: What insecurity is doing to the everyday lives of Nigerians

Oyo school kidnap: What insecurity is doing to the everyday lives of Nigerians

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Dangote Refinery’s Wall Street-Size IPO and what it means for investors

Dangote Refinery’s Wall Street-Size IPO and what it means for investors

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South-West insecurity: What can the Aare Ona Kakanfo do?

South-West insecurity: What can the Aare Ona Kakanfo do?

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Education

MAPOLY expels 365 HND students over serious academic offence

MAPOLY expels 365 HND students over serious academic offence

4 hours ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

UNICAL opens 2026/2027 Post-UTME registration for candidates, sets cut-off mark

UNICAL opens 2026/2027 Post-UTME registration for candidates, sets cut-off mark

8 hours ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

University of Abuja issues important notice on 2026/2027 admission

University of Abuja issues important notice on 2026/2027 admission

9 hours ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

University of Abuja sends urgent message to 2026/2027 admission applicants

University of Abuja sends urgent message to 2026/2027 admission applicants

9 hours ago by Ololade Olatimehin

Federal government addresses scholarship suspension reports

Federal government addresses scholarship suspension reports

2 days ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

Your admission may be at risk: How to confirm if your O’Level result is uploaded on JAMB CAPS

Your admission may be at risk: How to confirm if your O’Level result is uploaded on JAMB CAPS

3 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

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TCN alerts five Nigerian states of power outages, disruption to affect neigbouring country

TCN alerts five Nigerian states of power outages, disruption to affect neigbouring country

an hour ago by Pascal Oparada

MTN, Airtel, other telcos reap big as Nigerians spend N3.33tn on data in 3 months

MTN, Airtel, other telcos reap big as Nigerians spend N3.33tn on data in 3 months

an hour ago by Victor Enengedi

Private depots announce new petrol prices lower than Dangote’s rate

Private depots announce new petrol prices lower than Dangote’s rate

2 hours ago by Dave Ibemere

FG releases amount used to repay Chinese, other debts as World Bank cancels loan request

FG releases amount used to repay Chinese, other debts as World Bank cancels loan request

2 hours ago by Pascal Oparada

Nigerian Bottling Company advances youth hospitality skills and entrepreneurship at IHTEF 2026

Nigerian Bottling Company advances youth hospitality skills and entrepreneurship at IHTEF 2026

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Official and parallel markets finally converge as naira ends May stronger

Official and parallel markets finally converge as naira ends May stronger

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Mark Angel gushes over new wife as he remarries, presents in-laws with massive gift

Mark Angel gushes over new wife as he remarries, presents in-laws with massive gift

an hour ago by Chinasa Afigbo

“Nothing is off the table”: BBNaija announces season 10 reunion premiere date

“Nothing is off the table”: BBNaija announces season 10 reunion premiere date

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Moment between Oba Elegushi and Medlin Boss raises eyebrows: “Another wife loading”

Moment between Oba Elegushi and Medlin Boss raises eyebrows: “Another wife loading”

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"You will not escape this": Drama as actor Emeka Ike storms INEC office in Abuja over NDC primary election

"You will not escape this": Drama as actor Emeka Ike storms INEC office in Abuja over NDC primary election

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Destiny Etiko trends online as warning prophecy about her life ignites reactions

Destiny Etiko trends online as warning prophecy about her life ignites reactions

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Alexx Ekubo's Fan Club Member Dies While Planning Actor's Burial: "This Is Pathetic"

Alexx Ekubo's Fan Club Member Dies While Planning Actor's Burial: "This Is Pathetic"

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Hayatu Deen: Wanda ya fafata da Atiku a ADC ya yi maganar zuwa kotu kan sakamakon zaben

Hayatu Deen: Wanda ya fafata da Atiku a ADC ya yi maganar zuwa kotu kan sakamakon zaben

46 minutes ago by Sharif Lawal

Ma'aikatan gwamnatin tarayya sun yi watsi da tayin N100,000 a matsayin mafi karancin albashi

Ma'aikatan gwamnatin tarayya sun yi watsi da tayin N100,000 a matsayin mafi karancin albashi

53 minutes ago by Ahmad Yusuf

Kwankwaso na shirin jagorantar zanga zanga kan rashin tsaro? An ji gaskiyar magana

Kwankwaso na shirin jagorantar zanga zanga kan rashin tsaro? An ji gaskiyar magana

an hour ago by Sharif Lawal

2027: Babachir Lawal ya rikita lissafin Atiku Abubakar, ya fice daga jam'iyyar ADC

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2027: Babachir Lawal ya rikita lissafin Atiku Abubakar, ya fice daga jam'iyyar ADC

2 hours ago by Ahmad Yusuf

"Kun tona wa kanku asiri," Wike ya taso Atiku, Peter Obi da Kwankwaso ana shirin zaben 2027

"Kun tona wa kanku asiri," Wike ya taso Atiku, Peter Obi da Kwankwaso ana shirin zaben 2027

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"Da ban kai labari ba"; Gwamna Mutfwang ya fadi abubuwan da suka sa ya samu nasara a Plateau

"Da ban kai labari ba"; Gwamna Mutfwang ya fadi abubuwan da suka sa ya samu nasara a Plateau

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