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- The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) accuses the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of not considering the divine factor in its preparation - MURIC notes that INEC kept telling Nigerians that it was prepared for the election without adding 'the grace of God' - The Islamic organisation cites verses in the Qur'an and the Bible to drive home its argument on why the election had to be postponed The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) overlooked the divine factor and this affected the presidential election that had to be postponed, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) claimed on Sunday, February 17. MURIC said a major factor for the failure of INEC to kick-start the 2019 general elections on Saturday, February 16, 2019 as earlier scheduled can be attributed to the electoral umpire’s “lack of concern for the divine will.” In a statement by its director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, MURIC said: “Divine truth will always overwhelm social truth. INEC kept te

Doyin Okupe who is a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and a member of Atiku Abubakar campaign has claimed that the minister of information, Lai Mohammed betrayed Bukola Saraki. In a post on Facebook on Sunday, February 17, the former aide to ex-president Olusegun Obasanjo claimed President Muhammadu Buhari had promised Saraki two ministerial slots but reneged. Okupe said the ministerial slot earlier promised Saraki was eventually used to appoint Lai Mohammed. READ ALSO: Kano screens 8,000 people for state-sponsored mass wedding The former presidential aide claimed Lai Mohammed was in tear when summoned by Kwara elders over his appointment as minister but that the minister now was heading a movement to unseat Saraki. Okupe wrote: “Prior to the establishment of the PMB govt, certain agreements were reached with Principal stakeholders. Saraki was among the major stakeholders, haven being the single individual that raised the highest donation to the Buhari/Apc campai

Real Madrid vs Girona: Real Madrid suffered a painful 1-2 defeat to Girona in Sunday's La Liga cracker at the Bernabeu, a performance that sees the Los Blancos fall nine points adrift of La Liga pacesetter Barcelona. Brazilian star Casemiro netted the opener for Real Madrid in the first stanza, but in the second two strikes from the pair of Cristhian Stuani and Portu handed Girona a big win over their more famous hosts. READ ALSO: Anthony Joshua title defence fight emerges MSG's highest pre-sale ticket earner The two teams were eager to rake the lead from the start with Girona showing their intensions on the counter, but Lucas Vazquez, who was well positioned could not net from his effort inside the box. Girona responded immediately through Stuani’s strike from 18 yards which was well dealt with by Thibaut Courtois. In the 25th minute, the home-side upped their game as Casemiro out jumped Girona’s defender to nod home a decent cross Toni Kroos, to claim the opening goal

On February 16, 2019, Nigerians woke up to the rude shock of the postponement of the presidential election in the country. The news of the postponement was revealed by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), in the early hours of the said date. February 23 and March 9 were the new dates chosen for elections across the federation. It goes without saying that the postponement angered many Nigerians who would have to re-work their plans to accommodate the change. A number of people also travelled to their polling units while others had been prepared to vote on February 16, but that was not to be. Several aggrieved Nigerian celebs took to social media to express their anger. However, Nigerian comedian Igodye, took his annoyance a notch higher. PAY ATTENTION: Install our latest app for Android and read the best news about Nigeria The funny man was definitely not in smiles as he called for the resignation of INEC’s chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, as well as an apology fr

- The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency says 24-hour operation at all Nigerian airports was ensured on February 15 - The agency says this was to facilitate the transportation of Independent National Electoral Commission materials nationwide - The disclosure was made by the general manager, public affairs of NAMA, Khalid Emele The Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) on Sunday, February 17, said it ensured a 24-hour operation at all Nigerian airports on February 15 to facilitate the transportation of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) materials nationwide. The general manager, public affairs of NAMA, Khalid Emele, disclosed this in a statement he signed and made available to newsmen in Lagos, News Agency of Nigeria reports. Legit.ng recalls that announced the rescheduling of the presidential and National Assembly elections from February 16 to February 23 due to logistics reasons. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Ba

Real Madrid 1-2 Girona: Real Madrid suffered a painful 1-2 defeat to Girona in Sunday's La Liga cracker at the Bernabeu, a performance that sees the Los Blancos fall nine points adrift of La Liga pacesetter Barcelona. Brazilian star Casemiro netted the opener for Real Madrid in the first stanza, but in the second two strikes from the pair of Cristhian Stuani and Portu handed Girona a big win over their more famous hosts. READ ALSO: Anthony Joshua title defence fight emerges MSG's highest pre-sale ticket earner The two teams were eager to rake the lead from the start with Girona showing their intensions on the counter, but Lucas Vazquez, who was well positioned could not net from his effort inside the box. Girona responded immediately through Stuani’s strike from 18 yards which was well dealt with by Thibaut Courtois. In the 25th minute, the home-side upped their game as Casemiro out jumped Girona’s defender to nod home a decent cross Toni Kroos, to claim the opening goa

- Deputy governorship candidate of APC in Kwara state, Kayode Alabi, on Sunday, February 17, sought spiritual guidance over the forthcoming election - The drama ensued when Alabi asked the congregation to read 'O to gee' from the Bible - 'O to gee' which means enough is enough is the slogan of Kwara chapter of APC There was a mild drama in Ilorin, Kwara state capital, on Sunday, February 17, when the deputy governorship candidate of All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, Kayode Alabi, visited Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Gaa Akanbi, to seek spiritual guidance. Legit.ng reports that Alabi, who mounted the pulpit to read the Yoruba version of the Bible, asked the congregation to open to Deuteronomy 3:26 and Number 16:17, both of which contained “ó tó gé.” Ó tó gé is the slogan of the APC in the state which literally means enough is enough. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda It was gathered that one

- Deputy governorship candidate of APC in Kwara state, Kayode Alabi, on Sunday, February 17, sought spiritual guidance over the forthcoming election - The drama ensued when Alabi asked the congregation to read 'O to gee' from the Bible - 'O to gee' which means enough is enough is the slogan of Kwara chapter of APC There was a mild drama in Ilorin, Kwara state capital, on Sunday, February 17, when the deputy governorship candidate of All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, Kayode Alabi, visited Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Gaa Akanbi, to seek spiritual guidance. Legit.ng reports that Alabi, who mounted the pulpit to read the Yoruba version of the Bible, asked the congregation to open to Deuteronomy 3:26 and Number 16:17, both of which contained “ó tó gé.” Ó tó gé is the slogan of the APC in the state which literally means enough is enough. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda It was gathered that one

- Nigeria's economy is said to have lost about $1.5bn to the postponement of the 2019 general elections - The director general of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Muda Yusuf, made the revelation - Yusuf says the postponement of the elections caused very serious disruptions to the nation’s economy and businesses The postponement of the 2019 general elections is said to have caused the nation’s economy about $1.5bn loss. Nigerian Tribune reports that the disclosure was made by the director general of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), Muda Yusuf. Legit.ng recalls that the presidential and governorship elections originally scheduled for February 16 and March 2 were postponed to February 23 and March 9, respectively by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda Yusuf said: “The postponement of the elections has caused very serious disruptions to the

- Governor Nyesom Wike pleads with the international community to continue with pressure on INEC and the federal government for credible elections - Wike reveals that Rivers state was one of the several planned to be isolated during the general elections - The alleged further that the strategy was to further stagger the election Akwa Ibom, Lagos and Kwara to some other dates Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers has called on the international community to continue to mount pressure on the federal government and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure the conduct of credible and peaceful elections across the country, including his state. In a statement personally signed by Wike on the postponement of the elections in Nigeria and obtained by Legit.ng , said on Sunday, February 17, the governor said that the original plan of the APC-led federal government was to isolate Rivers and truncate the elections in the state. “We very much appreciate the international commun

- Nigerians have been called upon to adjust to the inconveniences that the shift in the dates for the conduct of the general elections would cause them - The call was made by Bishop Paulinus Ezeokafor of the Catholic Diocese of Awka - According to the bishop, Nigerians should stop the blame game because the Independent National Electoral Commission has given its reason for postponing the election Bishop Paulinus Ezeokafor of the Catholic Diocese of Awka, has called on Nigerians to adjust to the inconveniences that the shift in the dates for the conduct of the general elections would cause them. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the bishop implored them to work toward participating in the elections on the new dates. Legit.ng gathers that Bishop Ezeokafor said this at a news conference in Awka on Sunday, February 17. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda He said people should stop dwelling on blame game but support INEC

Nigerians were recently shocked at the news of the death of a little child, Benaiah, who had been said to have multiple holes in his heart. The news about Benaiah came to the fore after his father, Monday Agoboye, took to the streets in protest after his cry for help and medical assistance for his son was reportedly ignored by the Rivers state government. His plight moved Nigerians so much that they rallied round and donated over N70 million to save his child in just two days. PAY ATTENTION: Install our latest app for Android and read the best news about Nigeria Monday Agoboye with his son Benaiah Photo: @bravebenaiah / Instagram Source: Instagram However despite the problem of funds being solved, little Benaiah died on February 15, 2019, before he could travel out of the country for treatment. His father has now taken to social media to thank Nigerians and to explain why his son’s treatment was delayed. He wrote: “It is with great sadness that We announce the passing of

- Neymar has emerged as a summer transfer target for Manchester United - The Premier League side are said to be preparing massive £262 million bid - But they will face serious competition from Real Madrid who are also interested Neymar of Paris-Saint-Germain has reportedly emerged as a summer target for Premier League giants Manchester United who are ready to offer his club massive £262 million. The Brazilian who is currently recuperating from injury has never played in the Premier League before although he was linked with a world record move to Manchester City. Manchester United interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is said to be behind the call to bring Neymar to Old Trafford according to the report by Don Balon. PAY ATTENTION: Become a member of the leading sports Facebook group 'Naija Football Fan Zone' READ ALSO: Dani Alves, Paris-Saint-Germain star, wants a move to the Premier League The report added that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will make the special request to br

- The Kano State Hisbah Board has screened N8,000 prospective couples - The screening process confirmed 23 persons were pregnant - The programme is meant to help curb prostitution among young people The Kano State Hisbah Board has screened 8,000 prospective couples to participate in the state-sponsored mass wedding of divorcees, widows and spinsters. The Kano State Government had on Dec. 12, 2018 set up a 23-member committee on state-sponsored wedding of 3,000 widows, divorcees and spinsters in the state. READ ALSO: US reacts to postponement of Nigeria’s election The board’s Public Relations Officer, Alhaji Adamu Yahaya disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Kano on Saturday. He said during the screening that no fewer than 15 persons were found to be HIV positive while 23 women were also discovered to be pregnant. “The screening was conducted to ascertain the health status of the couples before the marriage. “The screening is mandatory as it w

- The INEC has been asked to push for reforms of Nigeria’s electoral system - SERAP said the current electoral process is vulnerable to corruption - The organisation called on the masses to play active roles in the fight against corruption Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to push for reforms of Nigeria’s electoral system after the postponement of the general elections. Channels TV reports that the SERAP made the call on Sunday, February 17, in a statement issued by its deputy director, Kolawole Oluwadare. “It is clear that the current electoral process is vulnerable to corruption, but politicians would seem to have little incentive to comprehensively reform, upgrade and modernise it. READ ALSO: US reacts to postponement of Nigeria’s election “It is unlikely that either the federal government or the National Assembly would take the steps necessary to sort out our electoral system, and impr

President Muhammadu Buhari is not just a political leader – he is also a very dedicated family man. The President of Nigeria has a wonderful wife who has been by his side for almost thirty years and who has supported him all the way through. In this article, you will gain more knowledge about the first lady of Nigeria, Aisha Buhari, who is a very brave and determined woman, and learn what she is notable for, except for being Muhammadu Buhari wife. Image: facebook.com, @amuhammadubuhari Source: Getty Images Who is Aisha Buhari? What do we know about her? Read on to find out. President Buhari wife: The full biography Aisha Muhammadu Buhari, who is the current first lady of Nigeria since the inauguration of her husband on 29 May 2015, is a very interesting and deep person, and she is certainly worth talking about. This piece would distance a little from the President of Nigeria and his political endeavors, and focus on his beautiful wife who is talented in so many ways. Also, we wi

- Experts say the decision of INEC to postpone the presidential and National Assembly elections will cost Nigerian businesses huge financial loss - The experts say the postponement will cost businesses in the country about $7.605 billion (N2.737 trillion) - The amount is about two per cent of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), which is approximately $427 billion Financial experts say the decision of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to postpone the presidential and National Assembly elections will cost Nigerian businesses huge financial loss. The experts who spoke to ThisDay, say the postponement will cost businesses in the country about $7.605 billion (N2.737 trillion), amounting to about two per cent of Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), which is approximately $427 billion. Some states had declared Friday, February 15 a work-free day, which the exerts say has clear economic implications. In addition, many businesses and financial institutions al