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- Some chieftains of the Ohaneze Ndigbo kick as the organisation's leadership endorses Atiku Abubakar - Some of the members of the group, including ministers in the government of Muhammadu Buhari, say the endorsement was not unanimous - However, a spokesperson to the president general of the organisation insists that the body has chosen who it wants as president Reports say some chieftains of Ohaneze Ndigbo are not happy with the purported endorsement of the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Abubakar Atiku, by the organisation ahead of the 2019 election. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that a former secretary general of the organisation, Chief Obiora Ozobu, reportedly claimed that the move to endorse Atiku is simply a hoax and personal invention of the head of the organisation, Chief Nnia Nwodo. It was learnt that Ozobu disclosed this in Enugu on Thursday, January 25, during a media briefing where he appealed to the people of the area to ignore t

- Nigerian Custom Service has impounded a trailer carrying Tramadol and other substances suspected to be illicit drug - The trailer carrying the items was intercepted by the service’ special strike force along Minna-Suleja road - Deputy comptroller of Customs, Abdullahi Kirawa, who is the national coordinator of the strike force, said one person has been arrested in connection to the items The operatives of the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) in Niger state has impounded a trailer carrying tramadol and other substances suspected to be illicit drug worth about forty-four million naira (N44,000,000). Channels TV reports that the trailer carrying the items was intercepted by the service’ special strike force along Minna-Suleja road. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda Legit.ng gathered that while briefing journalists on the seizure made at the Nigerian Customs Service command headquarters in Minna, the national coordinator of

Editor's note: David Onmeje, a United Kingdom based analyst writes on the war against insurgency and the operations of the Nigerian Army under the leadership of Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai. Onmeje further commended the Nigerian soldiers for their selfless service to the nation and her citizens. 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. In Nigeria, most leaders often present themselves as the Greek philosopher kings of ancient times. They bra

- Former Ekiti state governor, Ayodele Fayose dismisses claims by the Ekiti state government that his administration incurred N155.79 billion debt before exiting office - Fayose through his media aide, Lere Olayinka, described the claims about the debt incurred by his administration as falsehood intended to diminish the outstanding achievements of his government - The former governor’s spokesperson, insists that Ekit state’s indebtedness was under N60 billion when Fayose left office Former Ekiti state governor, Ayodele Fayose has accused Governor Kayode Fayemi of exaggerating the debt incurred by his administration when it left office in October 2018. Fayose in a statement through his media aide, Lere Olayinka, dismissed claims by the Ekiti state government that his administration incurred N155.79 billion debt before exiting office, The Nation reports. READ ALSO: Amaechi has made you people a promise but I'll see how I will fulfil it- Buhari speaks to Igbos The former govern

The federal government has approved the appointment of Alhaji Hassan Bashir as the acting executive chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC). A statement signed by the director general of the commission, Ghaji Ismaila Bello, on Friday, January 25, in Abuja, indicated that the appointment was conveyed in a letter signed by the Secretary to the government of the federation, Daily Trust reports. This appointment followed the end of the tenure of the former executive chairman of the commission, Eze Duruiheoma, on Wednesday, January 23. Bashir is to take charge of the activities of the commission pending the appointment of a substantive executive chairman. He is the most senior federal commissioner in the NPC at the moment. “Until his appointment, Alhaji Hassan Bashir has been the Honourable Federal Commissioner representing Bauchi State in the Commission,” the statement stated. Source: Legit.ng from Nigeria News today & Breaking Naija news ▷ Read on Legit.ng 24/7 ht

- Troops of the Operation Lafiya Dole have killed four Boko Haram terrorists in Borno state - Colonel Ado Isa, the deputy director of public relations, 7 division Nigerian Army made this known on Friday, January 25 - The soldiers also recovered 4 AK-47 Rifles with registration numbers 58012289, 565240898 and 58006027 among others The Nigerian Army on Friday, January 25, declared that it had killed four Boko Haram insurgents and recovered 4 AK-47 Rifles with registration numbers 58012289, 565240898 and 58006027, respectively during the clearance operation. Channel TV reports that that other items that the troops recovered include three Rifle Magazines containing 32 rounds of 7.62mm (special) ammunition and three bicycles. This is contained in a statement by Colonel Ado Isa, the deputy director of public relations, 7 division Nigerian Army. READ ALSO: Former IGP Idris reportedly faces probe over N311m election fund Isa said troops of 7 division of the Army conducted a clearance o

- Arsenal vs Man United set to renew rivalries in FA Cup fourth round game - Both sides have recorded seven wins each in 14 meetings in the oldest Cup competition - The Gunners hold the advantage against Premier League sides in this round of the tournament Arsenal vs Man United at the Emirate stadium on Friday, Janaury 25, is unarguably the biggest tie of the FA Cup fourth round. The two sides are one of the oldest rivals in English football and the last time they met in the competition was in the 2014/15 season as the Gunners ran away with a 2-1 win at Old Trafford. Arsenal and Manchester United have met in the FA 14 times and both have eliminated each other seven times each, including the finals. READ ALSO: Monaco have sacked Thierry Henry after 3 months in charge of the club Caretaker manager Ole Gunnar Solksjaer will have another acid test to his managerial spell with United as his side are on a perfect run since his arrival with seven wins out of seven. On the other han

- Ibrahim Chaibou was handed a life ban for bribery and match-fixing by FIFA on Thursday - Chaibou also slammed a 177,000 euros (about $226,000) fine by the world's football arbiters - The 52-year-old referee was the centre referee when Nigeria hosted Argentina in June 2011 Ibrahim Chaibou, Niger referee has been slammed with a life ban for bribery and match-fixing by FIFA on Thursday, January 25. The world’s football’s governing body, FIFA, also slammed a 177,000 euros (about $226,000) fine on the 52-year-old Chaibou who is also barred from engaging in a football-related activities for life. READ ALSO: John Obi Mikel joined Middlesbrough to help club gain promotion to EPL “Mr Chaibou has been banned for life from all football-related activities (administrative, sports or any other) at both national and international level,” a statement from FIFA’s independent Ethics Committee read in part. Chaibou famously awarded several spot-kicks in a 2010 friendly game between South

Social media has always been the fastest and most efficient link between celebrities and their fans. In a recent post on her Instagram page, actress Omoni Oboli used the platform to school online beggars. The Nollywood screen diva recently took to her social media page to post a screenshot from the comment section of an older post. In the screenshot, the lady had posted a comment in which she had requested for N1,000 from anyone that cared to help on the actress page. Oboli, however, replied to the lady’s comment. She advised the young lady in a long response where she revealed that this was not the first time she had spotted the lady’s comment about needing money. The actress went on to add that if the lady had money to subscribe for data, she could as well gather every naira she had previously received, and use it to start a small business. She continued in the screenshot by using her own personal experience to motivate the online beggar. Oboli revealed that she had once sold fair

- Academic Staff Union of Universities has justified its demand from the government and the ongoing strike action it embarked upon - The clarification became necessary following the wide public condemnation of the union's lingering strike - ASUU said it does not demand money for its pocket, rather it's calling on federal government to provide infrastructure for the public universities The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has urged members of the public to refute the fast growing insinuation that it is a strike-loving organisation, adding that its demand from the government is purely for the progress of education sector. The need, it was gathered, was expedient following the wide condemnation from the public on the lingering strike action embarked upon by the body, The Punch reports. Legit.ng reports that the ASUU chairman of Benin zone, Professor Anthony Monye-Emina, justifying the need for the ongoing strike action on Wednesday, January 23, in Benin, said the

- Residents of Apapa area of Lagos have protested indiscriminate parking of trailers and tankers in the area - The residents have threatened to take legal action against Nigerian Ports Authority and all shipping companies if the federal government fails to relocate trailers causing gridlock the area - Protesters were led to the Area B police command, Apapa, by the chairman of the residents association, retired Brigadier General Sola Vaughan Nigerian Ports Authority and all shipping companies have been threatened with legal action if the federal government fails to relocate trailers causing gridlock in the Apapa area of Lagos state. The residents of the area, who made the threat said they had decided to issue a 21-day ultimatum to the government on the matter, saying if nothing was done at the expiration of the ultimatum, legal action would be taken, Punch reports. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda Legit.ng gathers that t

Editor's note: Azu Ishiekwene, a member of the board of the Global Editors Network writes on the recent attacks on President Muhammadu Buhari by Olusegun Obasanjo. Ishiekwene said the sainthood Obasanjo's exit from office may have conferred on him and his sordid record on human rights hardly recommends him as a latter-day apostle of habeas corpus. 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. At this rate, President Muhammadu Buhari may beat form

One of the most important celebration every parent looks forward to is that of their children’s graduation ceremony. An endearing video of a Nigerian lady and her parents dancing has become a viral sensation on the internet. The young Nigerian lady who recently graduated from the King’s College in London was seen with her proud parents who were both dancing by her side in the video. She took to her Instagram page to post the lovely video while appreciating her family and friends for their support. In the lovely video which has warmed the hearts of many since it surfaced online, the celebrant and her parents were all seen, gleefully expressing their happiness through dance. Although the young lady who obviously had more energy than her parents was spotted giving the Zanku moves, her parents also supported her with some moves of their own. She posted saying: “ I just love my family. Best believe my mum and dad can dance better than me . So happy and grateful to have celebrated my grad

- There seem to be a ray of hope for Senator Ademola Adeleke, the PDP's gubernatorial candidate in Osun - This was as the state's governorship tribunal on Thursday, January 24, adjourned the case till Wednesday, January 30 - The development followed after INEC, through its counsel, Adesina Agbede, on Thursday closed the case without a witness There was a ray of hope for Senator Ademola Adeleke, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)'s gubernatorial candidate in Osun when the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Thursday, January 24 closed its defence before the state tribunal without calling any witness. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda At the hearing, INEC's counsel, Adesina Agbede, applied to close the case. The tribunal also adjourned the hearing till Wednesday, January 30 to enable the Governor Adegboyega Oyetola to begin his defence, Punch reports. The tribunal is hearing the petition file

In today's article, we are going to review some toddler braided hairstyles with beads. Each mother wants her child to look awesome and unique with a particular hairstyle and also bring her comfort as little children are very active. We have prepared a collection with some braided hairdos with beads so you can get some ideas for your little girl. Photo: trendyhairstyle.org, africanamericanhairstylevideos.com, trendyhairstyle.org Source: Depositphotos Toddler hair braided with beads Toddler braids with beads are extremely popular hairstyles among Nigerian children, although it is not that easy to braid African braids and takes a lot of time. In addition, it is important to section the hair zones and make all the strands with almost mathematical precision in order to make it look really beautiful and neat. This hairstyle has several basic varieties of weaving technique: the simplest one assumes the usual very thin braids based on three swatches, which any mom can braid. They ca

The main headlines in mainstream newspapers today, Friday, January 25, are focused on the southeast's request for the zone to be given the IGP slot and a spot on the Security Council, the threat by the US and UK to place visa restrictions on individuals who interfere in the Nigerian elections and recent developments in the ongoing trial of the chief justice of Nigeria, Walter Onnoghen. Kicking things off, The Nation is reporting that as President Muhammadu Buhari paid a visit to Onitsha, Anambra state on Thursday, January 24, to push his bid for re-election, Igbos tendered a list of requests to him. They demanded that the president should appoint a south-easterner as inspector-general of police, stop Boko Haram’s insurgency and herders-farmers clashes and address marginalisation claims made by some regions. The publication points out that the acting inspector-general of police, Mohammed Adamu, is from Lafia, Nasarawa state. During the president's visit to Onitsha, he inaug

- The Federal Government has welcomed the statements from the United States and the United Kingdom concerning the 2019 elections - The government also supported the stance of the two countries threatening punitive measures against election riggers and perpetrators of electoral violence - The countries had on Thursday, January 24, demanded credible and peaceful election in Nigeria The Federal Government has welcomed the statements from the United States and the United Kingdom demanding credible and peaceful election in Nigeria and threatening punitive measures against election riggers and perpetrators of electoral violence. In a statement issued in Ilorin on Friday, January 24, the minister of information and culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, said the Federal Government is delighted that the statements came after it alerted the nation , “to the machinations of some opposition elements who are working to scuttle the 2019 polls through widespread violence.” “A few days ago, we alerted th