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Celebrity fan love in some parts of the world also includes receiving gift items from fans who want to appreciate their celebrity star figure. The Nigerian entertainment scene is not out of this trend as an actress has now revealed the luxurious gifts she received from her fans. Nollywood actress, Jinad Adunni, recently took to her social made page with a re-post from her friend who had written an appreciative epistle to God on her behalf. In the post in which the actress had said was making her emotional, the young man had recounted how he had been worried for her back in the days when she always had to hop from one cab to another just to commute. He said that he could not contain his excitement and appreciation to God when he had finally received a call from the actress in which she had disclosed to him that she had gotten two different cars as gift from fans. READ ALSO: Nollywood actress Oma Nnadi receives new car from husband as push gift The friend of the screen diva

- Michael Carrick has applauded former Man United manager Sir Alex Ferguson - Carrick says Ferguson taught him how to grow a winning mentality when he was at Old Trafford - He also made it that the lessons he gained from Ferguson is what is helping his coaching career Michael Carrick has revealed that the lessons he was taught by former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has been helping him at the club. Carrick explained that Ferguson's curation and effort of a winning mentality when he was in charge at Manchester United has helped his coaching career. The 37-year-old Englishman served under Sir Alex Ferguson for seven seasons and hopes to replicate the success of his former boss at Old Trafford. PAY ATTENTION: Become a member of the leading sports Facebook group 'Naija Football Fan Zone' READ ALSO: Willian emerges as target for PSG to replace injured Neymar Last season, Michael Carrick was given a coaching role under ex United gaffer Jose Mourinho, an

- Some protesters have stormed the streets of New York over the call for the reinstatement of Justice Walter Onnoghen - The protesters also urged the Donald Trump-led government and the United Nations to support President Buhari in flushing out corruption - The group said the present administration has initiated measures aimed at reducing corrupt practices in the conduct of government business at all tiers of governance Nigerians in United States of America has taken to the streets of New York to protest the call for the reinstatement of the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Walter Onnoghen. The protesters under the aegis of Restore Nigeria Coalition (RNC) were spotted in the streets of Washington, chanting ‘Sai Baba' as they urged the Donald Trump-led government and the United Nations to support President Buhari in flushing out corruption. Led by the president of RNS, Cosmas Collins, said Nigeria has made tremendous progress in the anti-corruption fight as witnessed in the case of Ju

- Babajide Sanwo-Olu, APC candidate in Lagos, has been endorsed by Ndigbo community in the state ahead of the governorship election - The chairman, council of Eze Ndigbo in the state, Eze Christian Nwachukwu, said Igbo believes that Sanwo-Olu will fulfill his campaigned promises when he gets to power - Nwachukwu, however, urged his people to come out en masse to vote their conscience and shun selling of votes The chairman, council of Eze Ndigbo in Lagos state, Eze Christian Uchechukwu Nwachukwu, has disclosed why Ndigbo in Lagos endorsed All Progressives Congress candidate Babajide Sanwo-Olu as their governorship candidate in the state. Daily Sun reports that Nwachukwu explained that the Igbo community believes in Sanwo-Olu and also believe that he will fulfill his campaigned promises when he becomes the next governor of the state. Nwachukwu who made this known in Surulere during a townhall meeting organised by Ndigbo in APC of the state, said Sanwo-Olu has promised Ndigbo in the

The Katsina State Police Command has reacted to report that armed bandits are holding villagers hostage and hoisting their flags in five villages in Faskari Local government area of the state describing it as false. Vanguard reports that Gambo Isah who is the police spokesperson debunked the report on Wednesday, January 30. An online report (not legit.ng) had claimed that “bandits have hoisted their flags in five villages in faskari local government area of Katsina State.” READ ALSO: Atiku speaks about his alleged involvement in corruption as customs boss The reports also claimed the vbillages under hostage were: Unguwar Tsamiya, Birnin Kogo, Raba, Zuru and Unguwar Doka. The police urged the people to go about their normal duties and ignore the rumour Meanwhile, troops of Operation Sharan Daji (OPSD) conducting operations in Zamfara and Katsina states have killed 21 bandits and captured 17 alive between January 22 and 29, Daily Trust reports. Legit.ng gathered that eleven civi

- President Muhammadu Buhari has vowed to prosecute looters of the national treasury to jail if re-elected - The president, who disclosed that fighting corruption is difficult, however expressed commitment to ensure that looters are brought to book - The president made this vow when he was recounting his achievements on economy and security to the Obong of Calabar, Edidem Ekpo Abasi Otu President Muhammadu Buhari has vowed to drive down the roots all corruption cases to uncover the estimate amounts of money siphoned by past leaders and looters of the national treasury, Independent reports. Speaking during a courtesy visit to the palace of Obong of Calabar, Cross River state, Edidem Ekpo Abasi Otu V, on Wednesday, January 30, the president also promised to bring positive and progressive reformation to the police force and judiciary sector of the country. Legit.ng notes that President Buhari's promise on judiciary was connected to the alleged rot in the system, which he said wa

- The Al-mu’minaat Organisation has called on govt at all levels to stop the unwarranted discrimination against Muslim girls in hijab - The organisation bemoaned a situation where hatred for Islam and Muslims is demonstrated by government establishments, corporate organisations, schools and individuals - The Al-mu’minaat Organisation said it had concluded that there is a grand plan playing out to either stop Muslim girls from being educated or change their religion Government at all levels has been urged by the Al-mu’minaat Organisation (The Believing Women) to direct all its agencies and departments to stop the unwarranted discrimination against Muslim girls in hijab. The call was made by the organisation's national president, Hajia Nimatullah Abdul-Quadri, ahead of the World Hijab Day in Lagos, The Guardian reports. READ ALSO: Onnoghen saga: Court activities return to normal in Osun state Legit.ng gathers that she said: “Our hijab has had its undue share of pains in Niger

- A Muslim group, during a sensitisation meeting, has asked electorates to do away with violence and sentiments in the next elections - Sheik Ahmad Jajag, a speaker at the occasion, also told voters not to be wrongly influenced by politicians - Jajag asked voters not to allow ethnic prejudice colour their choice of candidates A faith-based organisation in Dass, Bauchi state, Dass Muslim Volunteer Mobilizers, on Wednesday, January 30, organised a sensitisation meeting for electorates on the need to shun violence, thuggery and bigotry during the forthcoming elections. Speaking at the occasion, Sheik Ahmad Jajah, an Islamic cleric, called on voters not to allow politicians to instigate them to take the laws into their hands. PAY ATTENTION: Why we ruled against Onnoghen's suit - Appeal Court opens up According to him, the state and the country are made up of people of different religions and tribes, as such the electorate should vote for candidates based on merit. ‎He advised:

- Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has i sisted that APC is not eligible to field candidates in Zamfara - The electoral umpire arrived at this decision after reviewing two conflicting judgement on the issue from the courts - INEC claims this position was supported with section 87 of the Electoral Act 2010 (as amended) Ahead of 2019 general elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has again maintained its stand that the All Progressive Congress (APC), Zamfara is not eligible to field candidates. The Nation reports that this decision was reached after reviewing two conflicting judgement on the issue from the courts. INEC disclosed this in a statement by Festus Okoye, the national commissioner and chairman, information and voter education. LIVE UPDATES: Atiku gives conditions that will make him accept defeat if he loses presidential election This position was supported with section 87 of the Electoral Act 2010 (as amended). “The Independent

- Abubakar Atiku, the PDP presidential candidate, has said he would provide job opportunities if elected - Atiku said privatisation of the economy is the solution to youth unemployment in the country - The PDP presidential candidate also added that the agricultural sector is the biggest means of job creation The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Abubakar Atiku, on Wednesday, January 30, said he would address growing unemployment in the country if elected in the February 16 poll. He made this known at a town hall meeting tagged ‘The Candidates’ organised by the MacArthur Foundation in collaboration with NTA and DARIA Media in Abuja, NAN reports. READ ALSO: Atiku speaks about his alleged involvement in corruption as customs boss Atiku, a former vice president said Nigeria needed a pro business and private sector driven leadership to create jobs for its 21 million unemployed youths. According to him, one of our major plans is to create jobs in the agric

Legit.ng earlier reported that on Wednesday, January 30, a young lady took to social media to narrate how her boyfriend dumped her for cooking okro soup . According to Ntiwunka Jessica, she disclosed that she was to meet her boyfriend’s family for the first time. Jessica further explained that because her boyfriend’s parents were coming over, she requested for money to cook something for them but ended up using her cash as her boyfriend was to do a refund later. Unfortunately, after her cooking the young man refused to call Jessica again and this got her thinking which made her share picture of her delicious okro soup on Facebook. READ ALSO: Corpse falls out of coffin during burial after pallbearer tumbled on it (video) On seeing the picture of the soup, Legit.ng users disclosed that they understand why Jessica’s boyfriend was no longer interested in meeting with her again. Lovely Nwankwo ssaid: “ Compared to this my delicious okro soup I understand why he dumped you Nne.. sorry

Getting a job has proven to be quite a task for some people and individuals who are lucky enough to get employment try not to jeopardise things. There is a thin line between testing and humiliating an individual. Many desperate job seekers fail to recognise the difference and they are able to withstand any kind of horror in their bid to get employment. However some individuals are brave enough to decide when to walk out and never turn back. Legit.ng has gathered the report of a young lady who wrote a letter to her potential employer after he gave her a tough time during the job interview. The lady, identified as Olivia (@oliviaabland) took to Twitter to call out her potential boss known as Craig Dean shortly after she secured the job. In the letter she revealed that she declined the job offer because of the process it took for her to get it. PAY ATTENTION: Install our latest app for Android and read the best news about Nigeria According to Olivia the interview process took a t

- Festus Keyamo has again attacked the PDP presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar - Keyamo blamed Atiku for the corrruption rise in the United States Festus Keyamo has blamed the Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, for the rise in corruption in the United States, after the US gave him a visa. Keyamo said this while reacting to a Transparency International (TI) reports on how the US slid down the rankings of a global corruption index as its system of checks and balances faced growing threats. READ ALSO: I will consider amnesty for corrupt persons willing to surrender loot - Atiku Keyamo, the Director, Strategic Communications of Buhari Campaign Organisation, shared the TI reports on Twitter and commented: "Anything that gravitates towards Atiku is always tainted with corruption. Now, the US gives him a ‘special waiver’ as a candidate to come in for a few days and see the result." Meanwhile, Legit.ng earlier reported that the national

Nigerian celebrity Tonto Dikeh has been known for always giving her opinions on contemporary issues. Normally, she is usually concerned with addressing touchy matters that border on the lifestyles of people. Recently, the fashion diva took to weighing in on social media and the fake lifestyles it promotes. The lady who is also a Nollywood actress strictly warned her fans not to be drawn in by the events on social media as they were all lies and deceits. She particularly said that she was sure some people who claimed to be living large online did not have up to N725,000 in their bank accounts. Even more, Tonto said that pictures were easily deceiving so Nigerians should beware of how easily they believe what they see. According to the screen diva, no one should be distracted by the glamorous lifestyle of people rather they should stay focused on their own ambitions. In a caption that was placed alongside the instructive post, Tonto somewhat revealed the secrets of those who claimed t

Following the widely talked about O2 Arena concert of Nigerian superstar, Davido, controversies have not stopped to trail the claims that the large capacity event center was completely sold out. Social media had been set abuzz with the news of the singer’s successful concert in London. Several video clips surfaced on the internet showing the singer giving an eclectic performance to thousands of his fans. However, among the videos that surfaced online, some of them portrayed the music arena looking scantily occupied. Fans of the singer had taken his side on social media with many saying the videos showing a scanty hall was recorded before people had showed up for the event. In a recent development, popular music broadcasting station Sound City, recently took to their Twitter page with a post in which they had said the singer almost sold out the O2. READ ALSO: Davido better than Wizkid - Daddy Freeze declares PAY ATTENTION: Read best news on Nigeria's #1 news app

- After a 2-day protest by members of the Nigerian Bar Association over the suspension of Justice Walter Onnoghen, activities at the Osun State High Court have returned to normal - As at 9am on Thursday, January 31, magistrate courts had also commenced sitting - A legal practitioner, Adebola Dare, stated that the judiciary must be independent, without any interference from any arm of government Activities at the Osun State High Court on Thursday, January 31, returned to normal position after a two day protest by members of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Osun chapter, against the suspension of the chief justice of Nigeria, Justice Walter Onnoghen. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that judiciary workers and other prison officials with prosecutors were seen among others, entering the court premises as at 8:30am with gates widely opened. READ ALSO: FG initiates 10-year plan to tackle herdsmen, farmers clashes Legit.ng gathers that magistrate courts have also commenced

- The APC has described Bukola Saraki as a usurper who needs to vacate his position as Senate president - The party said it has not given up on the issue of Saraki remaining in position as Senate president - According to the party, the people of Kwara Central would reject Saraki as their representative and he will not return to the Senate after the coming elections Nigeria's ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) on Wednesday, January 30, insisted that Senate President Bukola Saraki is an usurper. Consequently, the party vowed that the Senate president will not return to the Senate after the general elections. The ruling party added that the people of Kwara central would reject Saraki as their representative at the polls. This was disclosed by the national publicity secretary of the APC Lanre Issa-Onilu who said that, the party had not given up on its position that Saraki was a usurper who should vacate his position for the APC, Independent reports. LIVE UPDATES: Atiku gives

- INEC has assured people living with disabilities of full support during the forthcoming elections - The commission said measures have been put in place ensure disabled persons vote seamlessly - The electoral body also reiterated its commitment to tackling issues that border on the participation of PWDs to promote meaningful growth The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, on Wednesday, January 30, said measures had been put in place to ensure seamless voting for People With Disabilities (PWDs), in the 2019 general elections. Yakubu made this known in his address at the Town Hall meeting in Abuja organised by the Albino Foundation to mobilise and sensitise people to participate in the electoral process. The INEC chairman was represented by Adekunle Ogunmole, INEC national commissioner in charge of outreach and partnership committee. READ ALSO: Why we ruled against Onnoghen's suit - Appeal Court opens up “Just recently President Mu

- A Nigerian lady left many people in shock after she recounted how she dealt with male stalkers - According to the post which she put up, 3 men on different occasions stole her number and continued calling despite her refusal to obliged them - She eventually shared her problems with a group of Facebook friends who helped her get them off her back A Twitter user might have just helped many people with stalker problems through her interesting and hilarious story. Identified as Eketiette, she left many people shocked after she revealed how she handled 3 men who stalked her with endless calls. According to the post she put up, the phone call harassment continued for an extended period of time until she sought help from a group of Facebook friends who eventually helped her fight them off. She wrote: "These guys said,"Talk to him him gently." "It's because you don't like him." "Don't report him. If he loses his job in this economy, god will pun