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- Two former INEC staff have been convicted by the Federal High Court - The duo were said to have benefitted from a sum of $115.01m that Diezani paid to several people to compromise the 2015 general election A Federal High Court in Lagos on Thursday, January 24, convicted two former Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officials over Diezani Alison-Madueke’s deal. The ex-officials of INEC, stood trial before the Federal High Court, Lagos, for allegedly receiving N264 million bribe from former minister of petroleum resources, to rig the 2015 general election. Christian Nwosu, a former administrative secretary with INEC, has been convicted of benefiting from a sum of $115.01m that the former minister paid to several people towards compromising the 2015 general election. READ ALSO: Obasanjo trying to distract Buhari from anti-corruption war - Obi alleges Justice Mohammed Idris of the Federal High Court, Lagos, convicted Nwosu following accusations by the Economic and Fi

The Almighty presidential elections 2019 is holding very soon, and as a result, there have been expected national tensions but most Nigerians are not exactly taken aback by the pensive developments. However, in an unexpected fashion, the upcoming election also seems to be taking its toll on Nigerian families even leading up to the divorce of a once happily married couple! As surprising as it may sound, a Nigerian man named Abdullahi Yada’u recently made it known that he divorced his wife because she had a different political view from his. The man who comes from Kanam Local Government Area of Plateau State claimed that his wife had insisted on voting for Buhari even after he tried to persuade her to vote for Atiku Abubakar. Yada'u who made these statements in an interview with BBC added that in the past election which held in 2015, he and and his wife named Hafsat Suleiman both voted for Muhammadu Buhari, who at the time, contested under the umbrella of the All Progressives Congr

- Governor Ifeanyi Okowa has urged Nigerians to vote for only PDP candidates in the 2019 general elections - According to Governor Okowa, the PDP has the blueprint to positively, transform the country - The Delta state governor said the PDP parades capable individuals, and qualified candidates Delta state governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa has urged Nigerians to cast their votes for only candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stressing that the PDP has the blueprint to positively, transform the country. The governor made the call on Wednesday, January 23, during the campaign rallies of the PDP at Bomadi and Patani, Bomadi and Patani local government areas of Delta state respectively. According to the governor, “holding political office in trust for the people requires qualified, capable individuals, and the PDP parades such qualified candidates; political positions is not for all comers.” READ ALSO: 2019 elections: INEC to disqualify 43 candidates over age issues His co

It is not uncommon for people in the creative industry to draw inspiration from each other’s works. However, in such instances, proper credit should be given. Legit.ng had previously reported the story of a young Nigerian artiste identified as Danny Young, who had taken to social media to publicly call out superstar singer Tiwa Savage, for intellectual property theft. The singer had accused Tiwa of stealing contents from his song titled Oju Tiwon, which he released in 2009. The said content had been used in the female singers hit song One. In a recent development, popular video streaming platform YouTube has taken down the music video of the song by Tiwa savage. READ ALSO: Tiwa Savage replies lady who said she is ‘overrated’ PAY ATTENTION: Read best news on Nigeria's #1 news app A search for the music video on the video streaming platform comes back with a service response that informs the intending viewer that the video is no longer available due to a copyrigh

- The convener of Centre for Civil Society and Justice, Prince Goodluck Obi, has reacted to the ex-president Olusegun Obasanjo's letter - The CCSJ convener alleged that the letter was an attempt to distract the president from his ongoing anti-corruption movement - Obi also commend President Muhammadu Buhari over the appointment of the new police IG, Adamu Abubakar The convener of Centre for Civil Society and Justice (CCSJ), Prince Goodluck Obi, has attacked the former president of the country, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, over his letter in which he likened President Buhari's era with that of late Sani Abacha. Reacting to the former president, Obi, who is also the coordinator of Re-elect Buhari Movement (RBM), said Obasanjo's letter was an attempt to distract the president from his ongoing anti-corruption movement, The Independent reports. Obi, who also justified the appointment of acting police inspector, Adamu Abubakar, commended the immediate IGP, Idris Ibrahim, for the

There was tight security in and around Holy Trinity Cathedral in Onitsha, Anambra, open ground venue of the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign rally by President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday January 24. Combined personnel of the Nigerian Army, Nigerian Police, Navy and Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps were strategically positioned from the Azikiwe Roundabout to the Cathedral. The heavily armed security operatives however, did not impede people from going about their lawful businesses in the commercial city. Vehicles and commuters headed towards the venue were scrutinised to ensure that they posed no danger. READ ALSO: Oby Ezekwesili withdraws from presidential race Traffic was also heavy in other parts of the commercial city as major roads like Awka road leading to the venue was cordoned off. Motorists were diverted to roads in Onitsha Inland Town and other arteries. Meanwhile, the stage was almost set for the presidential visit as the banners and billboards bear

- Eden Hazard has been told by Maurizio Sarri to improve his games for Chelsea - Sarri praised Hazard's qualities as a world class player and wants more from him - Hazard has played 22 Premier League games this season for Chelsea scoring 10 goals Eden Hazard has been told by his manager Maurizio Sarri to improve his game after the Italian manager claimed that the Belgian play-maker is stifling his Premier League side Chelsea. Hazard has been impressive for the Blues this season even as his future at the club comes under close scrutiny. However, according to a UK Metro report, Sarri has demanded more from Hazard, insisting he has to do more on the pitch. The former Napoli tactician further took issue with Hazard's positional discipline and leadership qualities, claiming the Belgian is not fulfilling his potential. Whereas the Italian admitted the 25-year-old is one of the best footballers, he was quick to warn him his desire to roam and drop deep is hurting the team and h

- A member of the House of Representatives, Chukwuegbo Gregory, has been dragged to Abuja high court sitting at Apo over a certificate scandal - All Progressives Congress and Nelson Arum, lodged the complaint against Gregory that he does not possess the first school leaving certificate - Justice Valentine Ashi, however, approved the expeditious hearing of the suit lodged against the lawmaker Abuja high court sitting at Apo, on Wednesday, January 23, approved a suit seeking to sack a member of the House of Representatives, Chukwuegbo Gregory, over an allegation leveled against him. All Progressives Congress and Nelson Arum, lodged the complaint against the lawmaker that he does not have the first school leaving certificate, Vanguard reports. The plaintiffs told the court that the defendant was bereft of the requisite constitutional qualifications to contest and win election into the House of Representatives. READ ALSO: Oby Ezekwesili withdraws from presidential race Justice Vale

- The APC has criticised the PDP plan to spend about $1,080,000 to lobby in the US - The ruling party accused the PDP of having a sinister agenda behind the decision to lobby - The PDP has, however, said the lobbying will ensure free and fair election in the 2019 elections The All Progressives Congress (APC), has said there is a sinister motive behind the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)'s decision to hire a strategic consulting firm, and spend about $1,080,000 (about N388million) on its ongoing lobbying in the United States. In the agreement between PDP and Ballard Partners, Inc. the party is expected to pay the firm $90,000 per month for 12 months. The lobbying is expected to run from September, 2018 to September 20, 2019, the Nation reports. However, the national publicity secretary of the APC, Lanre Issa-Onilu, said spending about N388million on such a venture was “a sign of the recklessness which PDP is noted for”. READ ALSO: Labour union urges lawmakers to ensure minimum

Hours after the presidential candidate of Allied Congress Party of Nigeria (ACPN) Oby Ezekwesili withdrew from the 2019 race, the party has withdrawn their support for her and backed President Muhammadu Buhari. The party declared its support for President Muhammadu Buhari of the All Progressives Congress (APC). “The Allied Congress Party of Nigeria (ACPN) is withdrawing support for her presidentia| aspiration and endorsing the second term bid of President Muhammadu Buhari to take Nigeria to the next level,” the party said in a statement on Thursday. The ACPN was reacting to a decision Thursday morning by Mrs Ezekwesili to withdraw from the presidential election. Mrs Ezekwesili announced her decision in a statement released by her campaign organisation. She said her decision is to help build a coalition to defeat the APC and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). This decision, she said, was taken despite resistance from her party. The ACPN in a press statement made available to jour

The prayers of a Nigerian couple has finally been answered after long years of waiting. The Nigerian couple welcomed a healthy and strong bouncing baby boy after nineteen years of their marriage. Legit.ng had come across the beautiful story after it was shared on Instagram with a cute photo of the newborn baby. In a post shared by Ibidunni Ituah-Ighodalo, a foundation that acts as a fertility clinic, shared the couple's beautiful story. According to the clinic, the couple's prayers were finally answered after nineteen years of praying to God and waiting for him. The post said that God had decided to silence does who were mocking the couple by granting their wish. READ ALSO : I don’t need eyes to take care of my baby - Visually-impaired woman The clinic further advised people to keep believing in God because he is never late. The post also thanked followers and donors to the purpose of the fertility clinic. PAY ATTENTION : Read best news on Nigeria's #1 news app It r

Wissam Ben Yedder paid special tribute to missing player and close friend Emiliano Sala, after scoring against Barcelona at the Cope Del Rey. Cardiff City's most recent record signing was on board a small aircraft which vanished over the English channel on Monday, January 22. Wissam Ben Yedder wears a shirt with a message for missing Argentine striker Emiliano Sala after the Copa del match between Sevilla FC and FC Barcelona at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan. Source: Getty READ ALSO: Gonzalo Higuai completes a short term loan deal to Chelsea from Milan Pablo Sarabia and Ben Yedder netted two second half goals , as Sevilla claimed a 2-0 win in the first leg of their quarter-final clash at the Estadio Ramon on Wednesday, January 23. The former Toulouse striker's message on his shirt read: "For my brother, strength." Ben Yedder also took to social media to share his thought on the recent tragic event and to show support for Cardiff's record signing. PAY A

- The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has urged politicians to practice the game of politics according to the law - The royal father asserted that traditional rulers remained fathers of all and prayed for successful conduct of 2019 general elections - The traditional ruler spoke against corruption in all forms and advised politicians against breeding any form violence The president general, Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) and Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has urged politicians to practice the game of politics according to the law, Daily Trust reports. Legit.ng gathered that the sultan while receiving President Muhammadu Buhari during a courtesy visit, asserted that traditional rulers remained fathers of all and prayed for successful conduct of 2019 general elections. The sultan assured that they would continue to give their fatherly advice for the interest of people. He added that they should not consider politics as war. The p

- A member of the House of Representatives, Chukwuegbo Gregory, has been dragged to Abuja high court sitting at Apo over a certificate scandal - All Progressives Congress and Nelson Arum, lodged the complaint against Gregory that he does not possess the first school leaving certificate - Justice Valentine Ashi, however, approved the expeditious hearing of the suit lodged against the lawmaker Abuja high court sitting at Apo, on Wednesday, January 23, approved a suit seeking to sack a member of the House of Representatives, Chukwuegbo Gregory, over an allegation leveled against him. All Progressives Congress and Nelson Arum, lodged the complaint against the lawmaker that he does not have the first school leaving certificate, Vanguard reports. The plaintiffs told the court that the defendant was bereft of the requisite constitutional qualifications to contest and win election into the House of Representatives. READ ALSO: Oby Ezekwesili withdraws from presidential race Justice Vale

Wissam Ben Yedder paid special tribute to his fallen comrade and close friend Emiliano Sala, after scoring against Barcelona at the Cope Del Rey. Cardiff City's most recent record signing was on board a small aircraft which vanished over the English channel on Monday, January 22. Wissam Ben Yedder wears a shirt with a message for missing Argentine striker Emiliano Sala after the Copa del match between Sevilla FC and FC Barcelona at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan. Source: Getty READ ALSO: Gonzalo Higuai completes a short term loan deal to Chelsea from Milan Pablo Sarabia and Ben Yedder netted two second half goals , as Sevilla claimed a 2-0 win in the first leg of their quarter-final clash at the Estadio Ramon on Wednesday, January 23. The former Toulouse striker's message on his shirt read: "For my brother, strength." Ben Yedder also took to social media to share his thought on the recent tragic event and to show support for Cardiff's record signing. P

- The Supreme Court has refused to hear about 14 pre-election appeals on the grounds that they were caught by the amendment to a section of the constitution - The amendment to Section 285 of the constitution requires the determination of pre-election cases by the trial court, within 180 days - The apex court explained that all pre-election appeals that were not determined within the stipulated time are no longer valid, due to the effect of amendment The Supreme Court has refused to hear about 14 pre-election appeals on the grounds that they were caught by the amendment to Section 285 of the constitution, which took effect from June 7, 2018. In about 14 different rulings on Wednesday, January 23, the lawyers for the appellants were asked by two panels of the Supreme Court, headed by Ibrahim Mohammed and Olabode Rhodes-Vivour, to withdraw their appeals, Premium Times reports. READ ALSO: Elections: INEC cautions Lagosians against illegal recruitment by fake staff Legit.ng gathers

- Eden Hazard has been told by Maurizio Sarri to improve his games for Chelsea - Sarri praised Hazard's qualities as a world class player and wants more from him - Hazard has played 22 Premier League games this season for Chelsea scoring 10 goals Maurizio Sarri has hit out at Eden Hazard disclosing that the Belgian play-maker is stifling his Premier League side Chelsea. Hazard has been impressive for the Blues this season even as his future at the club comes under close scrutiny. However, according to a UK Metro report, Sarri has demanded more from Hazard, insisting he has to do more on the pitch. The former Napoli tactician further took issue with Hazard's positional discipline and leadership qualities, claiming the Belgian is not fulfilling his potential. Whereas the Italian admitted the 25-year-old is one of the best footballers, he was quick to warn him his desire to roam and drop deep is hurting the team and himself. PAY ATTENTION: Become a member of the leading s

The presidential candidate of the Allied Congress Party of Nigeria, Oby Ezekwesili has announced her withdrawal from the presidential race. Ezekwesili on Thursday, January 24 announced her withdrawal and promised to focus on a coalition to dislodge the All Progressives Congress and Peoples Democratic Party from power. READ ALSO: Labour union urges lawmakers to ensure minimum wage remains N30,000 Below are 6 important things Ezekwesili said as she withdraws from the race. 1. I have decided to step down from the presidential race and focus on helping to build a Coalition for a viable alternative to the #APCPDP in the 2019 general elections. 2. This coalition for a viable alternative has now more than ever before become an urgent mission for and on behalf of the citizenry. 3. I have not hesitated to offer my willingness to step down my candidacy in order to facilitate the emergence of a strong and viable alternative 4. We have no right to allow citizens give in to despair. 5. I s

A Federal High Court in Lagos on Thursday, January 24, convicted two former Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officials over Diezani Alison-Madueke’s deal. Legit.ng previously reported that an arrest warrant has been issued for former petroleum minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke, by the International Police following a request by the federal government through the office of the attorney general of the federation to the agency. A source disclosed that the necessary charges had been filed and attached to the extradition request by the office of the attorney general of the federation. The request will make it possible for all Interpol member countries to apprehend Diezani wherever she is seen on their territories. NAIJ.com (naija.ng) -> Legit.ng We have updated to serve you better. Top 5 the Richest People of Nigeria: The Luxury of Corruption | Legit TV Source: Legit.ng from Nigeria News today & Breaking Naija news ▷ Read on LEGIT.NG 24/7 http://bit.ly/2

In the past years, controversial Nigerian crossdresser Idris Okuneye popularly known as Bobrisky has maintained that his beloved mother is dead. He made this known when he shared a video of him crying on Snapchat with the caption: “ Mum I love with all my heart. I’m hustle back to back to make u proud. Continue to rest in peace. I love you .” This post got Bobrisky more fan base as majority felt his mother should have been alive to reap the fruits of her labour as the young man can afford to live a comfortable and luxurious lifestyle. However, all this changed when an unidentified source disclosed that Bobrisky’s mother is not dead but lives in Ikeja area of Lagos. According to Enquirer Magazine, Bobrisky’s mother is popularly known in Magodo where she stays and owns a provision store. Her name is Alhaja Bollington. The source added that the woman is hale and hearty. It was also claimed that the male Barbie neglected his family. Her shop is said to be located at No 47, Abdulquadri St

Editor's note: Jide Oluwajuyitan analyses the allegation of false declaration of asset against the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Walter Onnoghen. Oluwajuyitan also opines that the judiciary got destroyed by politicians and if Nigeria continues in the current wave the politicians will destroy the judiciary irreparably. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed here are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Legit.ng. Your own opinion articles are welcome at info@corp.legit.ng— drop an email telling us what you want to write about and why. More details in Legit.ng’s step-by-step guide for guest contributors. We’re ready to trade your news for our money: submit news and photo reports from your area using our Citizen Journalism App. Contact us if you have any feedback, suggestions, complaints or compliments. We are also available on Twitter. Because of their judicial temperament, professional ethics, courage and integrity, S