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- APC national leader, Bola Tinubu accuses a former president, Olusegun Obasanjo of one being involed in election manipulation in the country - Tinubu says Olusegun Obasanjo was the one who presided over flawed the electoral process that brought late president Yar'Adua into power - APC leader urged the people to vote massively for the APC in the general elections, noting that the PDP had nothing to offer having failed the country during its 16-years rule The National leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Bola Tinubu, has alleged that a former president, Olusegun Obasanjo, as the greatest election rigger in the country. Tinubu made the allegation on Saturday, February 9, when speaking to supporters at APC presidential rally which held in Teslim Balogun stadium. The APC leader said late president, Umaru Musa Yar'Adua of the PDP, had admitted that the electoral process that brought him into power back then was flawed. READ ALSO: Just in: Buhari arrives Lagos for re-

- The south-east youth coordinator for the APC Presidential Campaign Council, Innocent Ojike, says Igbos will regret if they don’t vote for President Buhari during the presidential election - Ojike said Buhari would win and that if Igbos fail to vote for the APC, they would lose in Nigeria’s political equation - The APC youth coordinator further urged Ndigbo to collaborate with other zones to achieve their aim of producing Nigeria’s president in 2023 The All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council south-east youth coordinator, Innocent Ojike, says Igbos will regret if they don’t vote for President Muhammadu Buhari on Saturday, February 16. Ojike made the assertion while speaking at a press conference in Awka, Anambra state on Saturday, February 9, Punch reports. READ ALSO: Ooni of Ife tells Yorubas in Kano to support Ganduje’s re-election bid Legit.ng gathers that he opined that Buhari would win; stating that if Ndigbo fail to vote for the APC, they would lose in th

A video of a bride reportedly chasing her groom to a shopping mall in Warri, Delta after he called it quits at the altar has gone viral. According to reports, the couple were tying the knot in Delta but the groom suddenly dumped the woman at the altar and made his way to Robinson plaza were intercepted a large crowd that begged him to listen to his woman. The distraught bride could be seen putting her hands on her head and pleading with the seemingly upset groom to accept her back and let them proceed with the wedding. The groom however seemed determined to walk out of the relationship even at such sensitive time. It is unclear what made the groom come to such decision but in the past, it has been heard that cheating couples are often dumped at the altar when discovered. READ ALSO: Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde and daughter Meraiah celebrate their 41st and 19th birthday An interesting theory claimed that the groom must have realised he was stepping in a ditch and decided to completely a

- The NAC party endorses Muhammadu Buhari as its presidential candidate in the general elections - The former presidential candidate of the party, Hajia Rabia Hassan Cengiz, says Buhari was chosen because of the monumental achievements recorded by the current administration - The party notes that it has fielded candidates of its own in all the elections with a strong and clear resolve to win all of them The National Action Council (NAC) and its presidential candidate, Hajia Rabia Hassan Cengiz, have backed the second term bid of President Muhammadu Buhari of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Hassan Cengiz in a press briefing in Abuja on Saturday, February 9, said the endorsement of Buhari follows the monumental achievements recorded in the past three and a half years by the current administration, The Tribune reports. READ ALSO: Just in: Buhari arrives Lagos for re-election campaign (photos, video) She said Buhari’s commitment to ride the country out of corruption and the fig

- Fulham vs Manchester United Premier League clash saw the Red Devils stretch their unbeaten run under Solsjaer to 11 matches - World Cup winning star Paul Pogba scored a goal each in either half to help his side to claim maximum victory at the Craven Cottage - Anthony Martial, who recently signed a new deal at Old Trafford scored the third goal as they climb to 4th position on the EPL log Manchester United maintain their unbeaten run under interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer following their 3-0 win over Fulham at the Craven Cottage on Saturday. Paul Pogba opened scoring for the Red Devils in the 14 minutes after connecting with Anthony Martial's pass in the game. The French midfielder then fired home a powerful shot that went into the roof of the net to give his side the lead. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men took advantage of the hosts failure after Luciano Vietto blew his side's opportunity in the first minute of the game. Martial doubled the for the Old Trafford outfi

The internet is currently emotional over the viral video of a teacher who had 400 students of his show up at his home to sing and pray for him as he battled cancer. The viral video which is making waves online also caught the attention of Nigerian actress, Stella Damasus, who reposted and admitted that the emotional video got to her and stated that the country truly needs more compassion and love. In the video, the bald-headed teacher sat by the window side in his home and looked down at about 400 students of his who made it a duty to sing a song by Jesus Culture titled Holy Spirit. The sick teacher sang along with them. Sadly, it was reported that the teacher died 10 days after the uplifting moment his students sang and prayed with him. READ ALSO : Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde and daughter Meraiah celebrate their 41st and 19th birthday Many social media users have shared their condolences but regard the action of the students a truly beautiful one that reflects the highest level of com

- President Muhammadu Buhari has received royal blessings from Oba Riliwan Akiolu of Lagos state - The monarch says Buhari is a man of his words and will be victorious in the February 16 presidential election - Oba Akiolu urges Nigerians to give Buhari another chance and see how Nigeria will move forward The oba of Lagos, Oba Riliwan Akiolu has said President Muhammadu Buhari is a man of his words and will be victorious in the forthcoming presidential election. Akiolu spoke when Buhari and his campaign team visited his palace in Lagos Island on Saturday, February 9, after arriving the state in continuation of the presidential rallies ahead of the February 16 election. The traditional leader, who noted that the body of traditional rulers in the state were happy to receive the team, said that they appreciated Buhari’s efforts as a highly respected person in Nigeria, NAN reports. Legit.ng gathers that he assured Buhari that there would be a repeat of his 2015 electoral victory in t

Controversial on-air-personality and leader of the Free the Sheeple movement, Daddy Freeze, is out again criticising the wrong doings in the society. This time around, he is not speaking about pastors but about Nollywood and Instagram celebrities. This post is coming up shortly after he retrieved his Instagram account after it was blocked. Freeze shared a video of a woman who says women in relationship should not expect their boyfriends to pick all their bills. She noted that a man giving you money is just for you to add to what you have. She said it should not be a necessity. The lady noted that if you are expecting him to pay you after lying with him, she said that translates to prostitution. Freeze added that the message is meant for Nigerian women especially those who follow and imitate the lifestyles of Instagram and Nollywood ‘high maintenance celebrities. PAY ATTENTION: Install our latest app for Android and read the best news about Nigeria READ ALSO: Hilarious vid

- Malami Alhaji Kyahe, a former acting state chairman of the SDP who defected to the APC, says President Muhammadu Buhari is strongly patriotic, and religiously committed to the Nigerian project - Kyahe praises Buhari for the achievements recorded in bolstering security, doggedly fighting corruption, improving the economy, and the counter insurgency war - Other former executives of the SDP who joined the APC promise to ensure massive votes for the APC candidates at all levels during the forthcoming general elections Malami Alhaji Kyahe, a former acting state chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), has described President Muhammadu Buhari as incorruptible, strongly patriotic, and religiously committed to the Nigerian project. Kyahe was said to have made the statement in Sokoto state when he and about 25,000 SDP members defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), Daily Trust reported. He praised President Buhari for the achievements recorded in bolstering security, dogge

Some aides the wife of the governor of Kogi state, Yahaya Bello have been involved in an accident at Kabba, the area where the aircraft of the Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo crash-landed last week. Legit.ng gathered that the accident occurred on the morning of Saturday, February 9. A statement signed by the chief press secretary to the governor, Onogwu Muhammed, said everyone involved in the accident are in perfect condition. He also appreciated God for His faithfulness to the Bello's family and families of all others involved. READ ALSO: Just in: Buhari arrives Lagos for re-election campaign (photos) The statement said: "In appreciation to God almighty for His faithfulness to the New Direction family, the Kogi State government wishes to announce that three aides to the governor and his wife survived an accident this morning. The Senior Special Assistant on Women and Children to the Governor, Mrs Kenechi Ajayi, the Senior Special Assistant to the wife of the Governor on

The wife of the governor of Kogi state, Yahaya Bello has been involved in an accident at Kabba, the area where the aircraft of the Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo crash-landed last week. Amina Bello survived the crash alongside three aides to the governor on the morning of Saturday, February 9. A statement signed by the chief press secretary to the governor, Onogwu Muhammed, said everyone involved in the accident are in perfect condition. He also appreciated God for His faithfulness to the Bello's family and families of all others involved. READ ALSO: Just in: Buhari arrives Lagos for re-election campaign (photos) The statement said: "In appreciation to God almighty for His faithfulness to the New Direction family, the Kogi State government wishes to announce that three aides to the governor and his wife survived an accident this morning. The Senior Special Assistant on Women and Children to the Governor, Mrs Kenechi Ajayi, the Senior Special Assistant to the wife of the

- Philippe Coutinho has been struggling to get to his best form since last summer's World Cup - The Brazil international was substituted in Barcelona's 1-1 draw with Real Madrid in Copa del Rey - The 26-year-old has been linked with Premier League clubs including Man United and Chelsea Philippe Coutinho have taken Barcelona to the limit following his below par performance against Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey, reports in Spain claim. The Brazilian was signed in the January window of 2018 from Liverpool for a staggering £142million as the Nou Camp outfit attempted to ease pressure on Lionel Messi since Neymar left for Paris Saint-Germain. But the 26-year-old's form by his standards has been nothing to write home about since last summer's World Cup, scoring just four goals in 20 La Liga games this campaign. READ ALSO: Marcus Rashford has been ruled out of Manchester United's clash with Fulham The Brazil international was substituted in the 63rd minute agai

- Matthias Ginter has emerged top transfer target for Arsenal and Spurs - The 25-year-old has been impressive for his German League side he joined them in 2017 - Ginter already has 25 caps for the 2014 FIFA World Cup champions Premier League duo of Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur have reported shown interests in signing Borussia Monchengladbach sensation Matthias Ginter. The German defender, who has already made 25 appearances for his country's national team is one of the revelations in the Bundesliga this campaign. According to Express quoting Sky Sports, the English topflight are hoping to outsmart each other in a bid to land the player. READ ALSO: Nicolas Pepe emerges top summer target for Bayern Munich and Arsenal The publication reveals that Spurs have been watching the 25-year-old's growth since his Borussia Dortmund days. He has made 54 appearances for Monchengladbach since joined them in 2017, and has scored once in the Bundesliga this season. Meanwhile, with

- The opposition party on Saturday, February 9, announced its decision to stand down its mega rally in Abuja - The party said its decision followed the refusal to grant the party venue of the rally - According PDP's spokesperson, the party regrets the inconveniences caused by the action of the presidency and APC The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has suspended its Presidential Mega Rally, earlier scheduled for Saturday, February 9 in Abuja. In a statement issued by the Director, Media and Publicity, PDP Presidential Campaign Organisation, Kola Ologbondiyan on Saturday, February 9, in Abuja, PDP said the decision followed the refusal to grant the party venue of the rally. Ologbondiyan said that the party had earlier scheduled its Lagos Mega Rally for the Tafawa Balewa Square on Saturday, before the All Progressives Congress (APC) came up with the same date “forcing PDP campaign to opt for Abuja.” READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo

- Yorubas in Kano have been urged by the Ooni of Ife to support the re-election bid of the state governor, Umar Ganduje - The royal father thanked the governor for his love and compassion to Yorubas in the state and assured him of their support during the election - The monarch added that they were glad to be associated with the governor’s effort to secure the future of women-folk via empowerment schemes The Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty Alayeluwa, Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has urged all Yorubas in Kano state to support the re-election bid of Governor Umar Ganduje. The monarch made the call at the Kano Government House while attending the fundraising ceremony for the establishment of the Yoruba Community House, The Nation reports. READ ALSO: Those who incite violence during Nigeria’s elections must be held accountable - US Legit.ng gathers that the royal father expressed satisfaction at the developmental projects, programmes and policies put in place in Kano and the protecti

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has suspended its Presidential Mega Rally, earlier scheduled for Saturday, February 9 in Abuja. In a statement issued by the Director, Media and Publicity, PDP Presidential Campaign Organisation, Kola Ologbondiyan on Saturday, February 9, in Abuja, PDP said the decision followed the refusal to grant the party venue of the rally. Ologbondiyan said that the party had earlier scheduled its Lagos Mega Rally for the Tafawa Balewa Square on Saturday, before the All Progressives Congress (APC) came up with the same date “forcing PDP campaign to opt for Abuja.” READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda He said: “This is in spite of the fact that the PDP had made payments to the authorities and obtained official approval to host the mega rally at the Old Parade Ground, Garki, Abuja.” He, however, expressed hope that the Lagos rally scheduled for Tuesday, February 12, would be allowed to hold. The PDP spo

May your loyalty be tested was what minister for Works, Housing and Power, Babatunde Fasola, said during his screening exercise at the Senate. But a young man is having his loyalty to his girlfriend tried. A Twitter user on Friday, February 8, shared a video of how he caught his girlfriend trying to sneak his phone out of his pockets while he took a shower. In the funny video, an unseen lady through an unopened door put a long knife underneath the door to drag out the trousers of his boyfriend. According to the video, she felt that is the trouser housing the guy’s phone. The guy who was in the bathroom having a shower recorded her action. PAY ATTENTION: Install our latest app for Android and read the best news about Nigeria See how some people reacted below READ ALSO: Davido appreciates late mom for watching over him, shares new photos Meanwhile, Legit.ng had reported what a man did to his cheating lover. It was said that a Twitter user identified as Kryz

- Over 200 senior military officers who attended the Nigerian Military School (NMS) Zaria have been ordered to proceed on sudden retirement - The directive is sequel to an order from Lt General Tukur Buratai that the five years the affected officers spent as secondary school students in the military school be added to their years of military service - A source says that the directive which affected the officers is as a result of a new policy of the federal government There is a reported unease in the Nigerian Army after over 200 senior officers from the rank of lieutenant colonels to major generals were said to have been ordered to proceed on compulsory retirement. The Tribune, citing military sources reported that the order followed a directive from the chief of army staff, Lt General Tukur Buratai, to the military secretary of the army to serve notice of retirement to officers who went through the Nigerian Military School (NMS), Zaria (a secondary school) where they spent five y

- Marcus Rashford will not be in Manchester United's attacking front line against Fulham - Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reveals he does not want to risk the 20-year-old who has a slight injury - The 20-year-old was was recently named the Premier League Player for the Month of January Marcus Rashford has been dropped to the bench by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer ahead Manchester United game against Fulham at Craven Cottage. Victor Lindelof was also excluded from the starting XI as the Norwegian's manager made six changes to the squad that defeat Leicester City at the King Power Stadium last weekend. Central defensive pair of Chris Smalling and Phil Jones returned to the starting line up as Romelu Lukaku will have to also prove his inclusion in the set-up. READ ALSO: Tono Garcia, Levante, 29, defender arrested 'without bail' for alleged extortion The Red Devils' outstanding goalkeeper David De Gea will captain the side but Solskjaer has explained why Rashford and Lindelof ar

- Nigerian boss lady, C-Birton receives early Valentine's present from bae - She flaunted the multi-million naira property on social media and expressed gladness - This is coming shortly after she got a customised BMW car from the same British boyfriend As the spirit of Valentine finds its way to the hearts of Nigerians in 2019, a certain boss lady, Cynthia Burton also known as C-Burton has received an early Valentine gift from her mysterious British bae. It was gathered that just recently, the same bae gave her a brand new customised BMW car worth millions of naira. Although the face of the generous bae is yet to be shown on social media, Cynthia has flaunted his latest gift to her on Instagram. In a recent post, she showed off her new multi-million naira property located in Abuja. She was heard saying that it was an early Valentine gift from her bae and she wonders what she will build on the massive land that he has gotten her. READ ALSO: Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde and daughte

- Tono Garcia has been held in detention by police for alleged extortion and other charges - The Levante left-back and six other suspects were detained but Garcia has been held without bail - The La Liga has released a statement on the issue and promise to support the 29-year-old Tono Garcia of La Liga club Levanted has been arrested for alleged extortion and threats, among other charges. The Spanish defender and six other suspects were detained by the police in Teruel and he is currently being held without bail. According to reports in Spain, the 29-year-old left-back is suspected of an alleged involvement in seven crimes including belonging to a criminal group, extortion, death threats, falsification of documents and money laundering. READ ALSO: Cesc Fabregas reveals why it will be difficult Hazard to stay at Chelsea And it is understood that investigators have sufficient evidence to arrest seven suspects including the Levante full-back. Five of the suspects have already a

- Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade and her daughter each recently clocked a new age - The mother and daughter duo took the celebration to the US and had fun as they celebrated the special occasion - Omotola recently released photos from the party which was strictly attended by family and friends Earlier, Legit.ng shared photos of Nollywood star actress, Omotola Jalade and her daughter Meraiah as they clocked 41 and 19 on February 7. The mother and daughter duo moved the celebration to the US and seem to be having all the fun in the world. Just recently, Omotola released photos from the birthday celebration which was held at The Boiling Crab, Los Angeles. USA. The family seemed to be joyous as they savored delicious recipes and posed for photos to create special memories. Jalade and her daughter appeared to have planned for a fun weekend as they visited several places, just to have the most fun possible. READ ALSO: Davido's baby mama Sophia Momodu and her daughter twin in

- As Nigerians prepare for the general elections, the prices of basic food items have become affordable and available in major markets across the state - Findings by Legit.ng at Ketu market revealed that the prices of some goods crashes and others fluctuate - But despite the affordability in the price of goods, traders lament low patronage and buyers’ low income Just few weeks to the general election, the prices of basic food items across the state have crashed. Most general market in Lagos state have experienced a reduction in the price of some basic food items and a fluctuation in others. At this period, traders usually make good sales, but the reverse is the case, the slow pace of business seems to be the order of the day despite the presence of buyers in various markets across the state. The prices of tomatoes, rice and garri which went up at the turn of the season, have now witnessed reduction in most markets in Lagos metropolis, Legit.ng confirmed this at Ketu market. The