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- Nigerians are set to benefit from a training on nuclear energy in Russia - The training is however, targeted at young Nigerians who want to be scientists and engineers - The goal of the training is to support interest in nuclear research and capabilities among young Nigerians Inspired by the need to nurture the next generation of nuclear technology experts, ROSATOM - Russia's state-run nuclear energy corporation, is set to train young Nigerians on nuclear energy. The firm recently announced that applications are now open for scholarships in nuclear studies for Nigerian and African students at large. Recall that the federal government, recently signed an agreement with Russia for the construction of nuclear power plants and a nuclear research center in Nigeria. READ ALSO: N AIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda Underscoring the rationale for the scholarship scheme, Dmitry Shornikov, CEO, ROSATOM Central and Southern Africa, said: “

- Adams Oshiomhole has spoken about President Muhammadu Buhari’s policy programmes - Adams, national chairman of the All Progressives Congress, said the programmes are for the benefit of the poor - According to the party's national chairman, Nigerians must know that President Buhari is a leaders that believes in them The national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Adams Oshiomhole, declared President Muhammadu Buhari’s policy programmes are for the benefit of the poor and not to enrich himself. Adams, while addressing APC supporters during President Buhari’s campaign visit to Gombe on Saturday, February 2, said the policies of Buhari were targeted at addressing the challenges of the poor, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports. According to him, “The programmes and policies of President Buhari, particularly those social programmes, are designed to focus and address the challenges confronting the forgotten majority of the Nigerian masses. READ ALSO: Obasanjo report

Sintayehu Legese from Ethiopia has emerged winner of the Lagos city marathon held on Saturday, February 2. The Ethopia finished ahead of favourite Joshua Kipkorir from Kenya and over 10,000 other athletes to claim the grand prize of $50,000. Sintayehu Legese finished with a time of 2:17:20. Joshua Kipkorir came second as he finished 55 seconds later than the winner. Sintayehu Legese emerges winner of Lagos city marathon, wins $50000 Source: Original READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng It was a clean sweep for the East African nations as Kenya's Joshua Kipkorir finished in second place to go home $40,000 while another Kenyan went home with $30,000. Male top 3 winners at Lagos city marathon Source: Original Meanwhile, Gideon Goyet became the first Nigerian to cross the finish line and he will go home with N3million. In the female category, Meleka Meseret Dinke from Ethiopia became the first female runner to cross the finish line. Female top 3 winners at Lag

- Antonio Rudiger has claimed that Chelsea players should be ashamed of defeat against Bournemouth - Rudiger added that the Blues' attackers failed to deliver for the club in the Premier League defeat - Chelsea are now occupying fifth position on the Premier League standings with 47 points after 24 games Antonio Rudiger has claimed that Chelsea attackers were not at their best in the club's embarrassing Premier League defeat against Bournemouth. Rudiger and David Luiz paired for Chelsea at the central defense against Bournemouth in which the Blues suffered their worst defeat since Roman Abramovich bought the club. The 25-year-old Germany international stressed that himself and other teammates should ashamed of the defeat against Bournemouth. PAY ATTENTION: Become a member of the leading sports Facebook group 'Naija Football Fan Zone' READ ALSO: Thibaut Courtois wants Real Madrid to sign Chelsea star Eden Hazard ahead of Neymar He claimed the performance of t

Willian is not willing to accept Chelsea new contract offer and is reportedly plotting moves to leave the club in the coming transfer window. According to Metro report citing Brazilian news channel UOL, Chelsea are offering the 30-year-old Willian a one-year contract extension on his current deal, which is expected to expire in 2020. READ ALSO: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang prefers leading Arsenal attack with Alexandre Lacazette However, Willian is demanding a three-year deal, which is against Chelsea’s policy of handing 12-month deals to players over 30. The Brazilian star is now looking forward to attract new suitors likes Barcelona or PSG in the next window who can meet his demands. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng Interestingly, on the just-concluded winter transfer window, Willian attracted a late interest from Ligue 1 champions PSG as a possible replacement for compatriot Neymar. But Chelsea chiefs were not ready to part with the Selecao star ahead of Champions Lea

- Twenty Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs) said they are working towards reforming the judicial system in Nigeria - The SANs said they were deeply embarrassed by the situation surrounding the suspension of Chief Justice Walter Onnoghen Twenty Senior Adevocates of Nigeria (SANs) have announced their plan to set up a group to look into reforming the judicia system of Nigeria after the alleged false asset declaration scandal against Chief Justice of Nigeria, Walter Onnoghen. Sahara Reporters reports that the SANs said they were deeply concerned and embarrassed by the situation surrounding Onnoghen's suspension. The statemet reads: “We are a group of Senior Advocates of Nigeria who feel embarrassed and deeply concerned by the recent events surrounding the suspension of Honourable Justice W.S.N. Onnoghen as the Chief Justice of Nigeria. READ ALSO: Police call for voluntary submission of illegal arms ahead of general election “In making this intervention, we do not propose to del

- About 5000 members of the Peoples Democratic Party Mobilisation Forum in Kebbi have defected to the All Progressives Congress - The defectors were received by the state governor, Abubakar Bagudu and APC state chairman, Bala Kangiwa at the Presidential lodge in Birnin Kebbi - According to Governor Bagudu, politics is a game of patience not crisis The Peoples Democratic Party Mobilisation Forum in Kebbi, said 5000 members of the group from the 17 local government areas of the state have defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the defectors were received by the state overnor, Abubakar Bagudu and APC state chairman, Bala Kangiwa at the Presidential lodge in Birnin Kebbi on Saturday, February 2. Bagudu while welcoming the defectors, said his obligation was to leave legacies for better society with youths as main focus. READ ALSO: Obasanjo reportedly in closed-door meeting with politicians, security chiefs The governor also sai

What would have been a national tragedy was averted on Saturday, February 2, 2019, as the chopper of the Nigeria’s vice president, Yemi Osinbajo, crash-landed in Kabba, a town in Kogi state. The spokesperson, Laolu Aknade, confirmed the incident, but said the vice president was safe and that no casualties were recorded. "VP Osinbajo's Chopper crash lands in Kabba, but he and the entire crew safe. He is continuing with his engagements and plans for the day in Kogi state," Akande posted on Twitter. Source: Legit.ng from Nigeria News today & Breaking Naija news ▷ Read on Legit.ng 24/7 http://bit.ly/2Bi9i3N via EDUPEDIA24/7

Following the release of his music single, Journey, Nigerian singer Harrysong has now taken to social media to tease his fans with behind-the-scenes clips and photos from the music video of his song. Legit.ng had previously reported the release of the singer’s latest project in which he had rendered an inspiring musical composition about life and how he would keep chasing his dreams. In the song, the Alterplate boss takes a break from the typical kind of music he is popular for. He connects with a more subtle side of his talent as he sings about going on a journey of discovering destiny and never stopping till he arrives at his destination. The singer has now started sharing bits and pieces of the musical video on his Instagram page. In one of the clips, Harrysong is spotted on the beach as he sings his heart out behind the keys of a piano. READ ALSO: Seyi Shay drops new song Gimme Love PAY ATTENTION: Read best news on Nigeria's #1 news app In one of the posts

The auditions for the upcoming Big Brother Naija 2019 edition began on Friday, February 1, and it has been filled with drama. From people scaling over walls to underwear being found on the floor, the auditions have been a ride. Aside from the drams, there have been reports of enormous crowd in at the audition centers. It seems like every youth in Nigeria turned out for the auditions. All the excitement gives the feels that this 2019 Big Brother Naija would be fun to watch. And, when we just thought the excitement might be over, a couple has given people more to talk about. A Nigerian man reportedly proposed to his girlfriend at the audition. It was reported that the man had suddenly gone on one knee and proposed to his lady. Man proposes during BBNaija 2019 audition Instagram source: BBNaija Source: Instagram READ ALSO : BBNaija2019: Young lady spotted climbing over a wall at the audition (video) Legit.ng came across the cute story of the couple after the photo was shared on

Not fewer than 10 lawmakers in the Lagos state House of Assembly will not return for the 9th Assembly, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports. NAN reports that the publication of final list of candidates for the state assembly election in Lagos state by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) reveals that some lawmakers’ names were missing. While some of these lawmakers lost out in their aspirations to return to the house, others who wanted to represent their respective federal constituencies in the House of Representatives failed at primary elections. READ ALSO: Breaking: Obasanjo reportedly in closed-door meeting with politicians, security chiefs The lawmakers who couldn’t secure return tickets to the house during the All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries, according to NAN findings are: Messrs Akeem Bello (Amuwo Odofin II) and Sola Giwa (Lagos Island) Others are: Oladele Adekanye (Lagos Mainland I) and Dayo Famakinwa (Ajeromi-Ifelodun I). NAN also reports th

The National Security Adviser to President Muhammadu Buhari, in the afternoon of Saturday , February 2, clarified the speculation of an impending plan by the government to shut down internet access to Nigerians during the 2019 elections. The office of the NSA denied the claim ahead of the election saying one of the responsibilities of the organisation is to protect the internet being a major component of the critical national information infrastructure. A statement by Danjuma Reuben, the spokesperson of the NSA, Babagana Monguno, said such a major infrastructure is one that should be protected. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda "The office wishes to advise the general public to disregard the allegation, which is a disinformation," the statement said. Legit.ng earlier reported that Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers state accused the federal government, through the office of the National Security Adviser (NSA) of

- Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang prefers leading Arsenal attack with Alexandre Lacazette - The Gabonese star Aubameyang and Frenchman Alexandre Lacazette have struck up a good partnership at Arsnal - Aubameyang netted his 15th league goal of the campaign against Cardiff City Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has revealed he prefers playing alongside another striker - Alexandre Lacazette in Arsenal’s attack line rather than playing upfront alone. According to UK Metro citing Sky Sports, Gunners boss Unai Emery has tried the pair of Aubameyang and Lacazette in various tactical formation, and has even played one of them in the wing using 4-2-3-1 formation at the start of the campaign. READ ALSO: Joe Gomez faces surgery fear as fractured leg refuses to heal However, Aubameyang, who is currently Arsenal’s first-choice forward under Emery insists he will be ready to play any role the Spaniard assigns him. “My favourite role is playing striker, in front. I also like playing on the wing, but I th

Editor's note: Orinya Agbese, a certified educationist based in Aberdeen writes on the leadership personalities of the Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai. How Lieutenant Buratai has managed to lead the Nigerian Army and its soldiers in the ongoing war against insurgencies operating in the northeast. 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. “He has got the Midas touch. Anything he touches turns to gold”. Many of us might be familiar with that fa

- The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar, has met with senior officers of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) across the country - The CAS met with Air Officers Commanding (AOCs) and Commanders of NAF units across the country ahead of the 2019 general elections - The CAS used the meeting to brief them on their responsibilities during the elections Ahead of Election 2019, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar, on Friday, January 1, met with Air Officers Commanding (AOCs) and Commanders of Nigerian Air Force (NAF) units across the country to brief them on their responsibilities during the elections. Speaking during the meeting, which held at NAF headquarters, the CAS stated that the primary responsibility for ensuring security during the elections lay with the Nigeria police, which was the lead agency, along with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corp, Nigerian Immigration Service and other civil security agencies, constitutionally taske

- Gombe people have welcomed President Muhammadu Buhari to the state township stadium - President Buhari after visited many states in the country went arrived Gombe on Saturday, January 2 for his presidential campaign - The president was accompanied by vice president, Yemi Osinbajo, and other dignitaries Emerging reports have claimed that President Muhammadu Buhari on Saturday, January 2 arrived Gombe Township Stadium for his reelection campaign. The reports by Daily Trust claimed that President Buhari was accompanied by vice president, Yemi Osinbajo, and other dignitaries at exactly 11:57am. The arrival of the president was welcomed with thunderous applause from mammoth crowd that gathered at the stadium. READ ALSO: Obasanjo reportedly in closed-door meeting with politicians, security chiefs The MC’s and officials of the All Progressives Congress (APC) are finding it difficult to control the crowds to remain quite and listen to the speeches. Meanwhile, Legit.ng had reported

- Cross River state police has urged residents to submit their illegal arms before election - A window period has been created for resident with illegal fire arms to surrender it without repercussion The commissioner of police in Cross River state, CP Hafiz Inuwa has called on residents in possession of illegal arms to surrender them to the police. He made the call in a statement by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Irene Ugbo, on Friday, February 1, in Calabar. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Inuwa said the command had intelligence information about some unscrupulous politicians plotting to scuttle the 2019 general elections. READ ALSO: Breaking: Obasanjo reportedly in closed-door meeting with politicians, security chiefs He said that an arms mop up operation would be conducted to retrieve illegal weapons in circulation, halt the ongoing proliferation of weapons, and restore law and order in the state. The police boss called on residents to take advanta

Former president Olusegun Obasanjo is meeting political party leaders, as well as security chiefs of Ogun state behind closed doors, according to a report by Sahara Reporters. The meeting which reportedly began on Saturday afternoon, February 2, is taking place at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library in Abeokuta, the Ogun state capital. Present at the meeting are: Wale Egunleti, chairman of the Action Democratic Party (ADP) in Ogun; Gboyega Isiaka, governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC); Chief Jide Ojuko, zonal director of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) Campaign Council in Ogun West, and Ayo Olubori, Ogun state caretaker secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC). READ ALSO: Just in: Again, EUI says Atiku of PDP will win presidential election Abimbola Oyeyemi, the public relations officer of the Ogun state police command and other security chiefs were also represent. The meeting is said to have been convened at the instance of the former pr

Performing on stage can sometimes get emotional for a lot of musical talents. Often times, the reason is simply because seeing so many people listen and sing along with you about your struggles and wins, steers hope and fulfillment in you. Popular Nigerian female singer, Teni The Entertainer, also known by some as, Makanaki, was recently spotted shedding tears as she performed one of her greatest hits of 2018, Uyo Meyo. The singer who was performing at her industry night event could not hold her self from crying as she thrilled the audience with the revealing lyrics of the song that embodied her life’s struggles and successes. Teni took a brief pause as she gathered herself together and gave the reasons for her tears. She revealed that they were of joy and not of sadness. READ ALSO: Wizkid storms Burna Boy's concert as 2baba declares YE the greatest song of 2018 (videos) The singer added that she had celebrated with other people without being envious of their victories

- Thibaut Courtois wants Real Madrid to sign Eden Hazard ahead of Neymar - Courtois says he will love to have a reunion with the Chelsea star in Spain - Eden Hazard has scored 10 Premier League goals this season for the Blues Thibaut Courtois has told Spanish La Liga giants Real Madrid to sign Chelsea forward Eden Hazard ahead of Brazilian football star Neymar. Since the departure of Portugal international Cristiano Ronaldo at the Bernabeu, Los Blancos' chiefs have been looking for a replacement for the ex Manchester United star. Eden Hazard and Neymar are the two players who have emerged as main targets for Real Madrid as replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo. PAY ATTENTION: Become a member of the leading sports Facebook group 'Naija Football Fan Zone' READ ALSO: Unai Emery says Denis Suarez did not join Arsenal to replace Mesut Ozil And Thibaut Courtois who was at Chelsea with Eden Hazard for four seasons before he left wants the Spanish club to lure his countryma

- 19 people suspected to internet fraudsters have been arrested in Ibadan, Oyo state - The suspected were arrested with exotic cars, fetish items and ladies' underwear in their possession - It was gathered that the suspects were apprehended after the officers of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission launched a raid The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced the arrest of nineteen suspects in Ibadan, Oyo state. The commission disclosed the nineteen arrested are suspected of committing internet fraud. EFCC had taken to Facebook to reveal photos of the things that were confiscated alongside photos of the culprits. It was revealed that the arrest had taken place after a sting operation was led by the zonal head, Friday Ebelo. The nineteen suspects consist of people between the age of 21-35 years old. EFCC arrests 19 yahoo boys in Ibadan Facebook source: EFCC Source: Instagram READ ALSO : 50-year-old man kills lover's father after he demanded

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo is meeting political party leaders, as well as security chiefs of Ogun State behind closed doors. The meeting began on Saturday afternoon, and is taking place at the Abeokuta residence of the former President. According to Punch, Wale Egunleti, Chairman of the Action Democratic Party (ADP) in Ogun; Gboyega Isiaka, governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC); Chief Jide Ojuko, zonal director of the Allied Peoples Movement Campaign Council in Ogun West (APM), and Ayo Olubori, Ogun State Caretaker Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have arrived the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. Abimbola Oyeyemi, Public Relations Officer of the Ogun State Police Command and other security chiefs were also present. The meeting is said to have been convened at the instance of the former President. Source: Legit.ng from Nigeria News today & Breaking Naija news ▷ Read on Legit.ng 24/7

- About 66.4 per cent of the Permanent Voter Cards collection have recorded by the Independent National Electoral Commission in Gombe state - Umar Ibrahim, the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in the state on Saturday, January 2 - According to Ibrahim, a total of 186,136 persons comprising 118,031 male and 68,104 female have collected their PVCs The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Saturday, January 2, said 66.4 per cent of the Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) available for distribution have been collected in Gombe state. Umar Ibrahim, the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in the state, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Gombe, that 186,136 PVCs out of the 280,508 received by the commission had been collected by their owners. Ibrahim said: “A total of 186,136 persons comprising 118,031 male (63.4 per cent) and 68,104 female (36.6 per cent) have collected their PVCs, leaving a balance of 94,372 PVCs that are yet to be collected by their owners. READ A