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- Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in Gombe state, Bayero Nafada, has been endorsed by the Coalition of United Political Parties - Nafada has also been endorsed by 15 governorship candidates - According to CUPP and the 15 governorship candidates, they are endorsing Nefada based on credibility Ahead of the Saturday, March 9 governorship election, Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP), consisting 39 political parties and 15 governorship candidates, have endorsed PDP’s Bayero Nafada as their candidate in Gombe. The coalition, in a statement signed by Mohammed Adamu and Sunday Paris, chairman and secretary of CUPP in the state respectively, said that the endorsement was done after a critical assessment of the PDP government’s achievements in Gombe, NAN reports. READ ALSO: Rivers: Only party agents with verifiable means of identification will be allowed - INEC Legit.ng gathers that the statement, which was made available to newsmen on Thursday in Gombe, particularly

- Chief Olusegun Osoba has berated Governor Amosun of his anti-party activities - Osoba said the governor has serious inferiority complex - The APC leader said if Amosun has confidence in himself, he would not have run to President Muhammadu Buhari after his suspension from the party Former governor of Ogun state and a national leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Olusegun Osoba, alleged that the incumbent governor Ibikunle Amosun has "serious inferiority complex." Sahara Reporters reports that he said if Amosun has confidence in himself, he would not have run to President Muhammadu Buhari after he was suspended by the APC. Legit.ng gathered that Osoba berated Amosun for his anti-party activities, and particularly lamented the incident in which national leaders of the party were pelted with objects during the APC presidential campaign rally in Ogun state. READ ALSO: Oshiomhole acted like a dictator over suspension of VON DG - Ogbodo Speaking in an interview

- Ahead of Saturday, March 9 election, a coalition of six political groups has endorsed Alhaji Abdullahi Sule - Alhaji Abdullahi Sule is the candidate of All Progressive Congress in Nasarawa state - The groups said they endorsed Sule after due consultations and considerations with the relevant stakeholders in the state A coalition of six political groups, including the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) have unanimously endorsed the candidature of Alhaji Abdullahi Sule, of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Nasarawa state. Malam Umar Yusuf, the national secretary of NANS, who made this known on Thursday, March 7, in a statement on behalf of the other groups, said the seven groups had agreed to work with the APC in the March 9 governorship and state House of Assembly elections. READ ALSO: PDP should recall past members for Buhari to investigate - Shehu Sani Yusuf said the groups endorsed Sule after due consultations and considerations with the relevant stakeholde

- The wife of President Muhammadu Buhari, Aisha Buhari, has applauded Nigerians for her husband's re-election - Mrs Buhari said especially thanked women and youths for making the victory possible - The first lady also used the opportunity to pledge her continued support for women and youths empowerment. Hajia Aisha Buhari, wife of President Muhammadu Buhari, on Thursday, March 7, commended Nigerians for re-electing her husband for a second tenure in office. Mrs Buhari made the commendation in Daura, in an address at a dinner she organised to mark the electoral victory of her husband, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda She particularly commended women and youths for making the feat possible, and described them as the vanguard of positive change and transformation. The president’s wife promised to continue to support women and youth in empowerment programmes, health issues and e

- The number of candidates to contest at the governorship and state House of Assembly polls in Kwara have been made public - The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Thursday, March 7, revealed that the candidates are not less than 373 in number - Resident Electoral Commissioner Malam Garba Madami said that the 24 state constituencies were spread across the three senatorial districts of the state The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says 373 candidates from 19 political parties would take part in Saturday’s governorship and House of Assembly elections in Kwara. INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in the state, Malam Garba Madami, made this known while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Ilorin on Thursday, March 7. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda He said 338 of the candidates would feature in the state House of Assembly poll, while the rest 35 would take part in the go

No fewer than 313 candidates from 29 political parties will be contesting for Saturday, March 9, Governorship and House of Assembly elections in Adamawa state. The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in Adamawa, Kashim Gaidam, the told News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that 29 candidates would be contesting for governorship, while 284 candidates from various political parties are vying for the 25 state House of Assembly seats. Among the 29 contestants for governorship seat are four women; Lami Musa of People’s Party of Nigeria (PPN), Na’ama Bulama of Progressive People Alliance (PPA), Rukayya Audu of Action People’s Party (APP) and Elizabeth Isa of Change Advocacy Party (CAP). READ ALSO: Afenifere pushes for Yoruba presidency in 2023 Also 25 women are among the 284 candidates for the legislative poll. Meanwhile, many residents see the governorship election as a tough contest between four major contenders of the 29 in the race. The contenders are the incumbent Gov. Muhammadu Bindow

- The acting chairman of the EFCC, Ibrahim Magu, warns that any judicial officer caught using election tribunals to make money will face the law - Magu says some judges wrongly see election tribunals and appeal panels as an opportunity to enrich themselves The acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu, has warned that any judge or lawyer in election petition tribunals found involved in money laundering will be prosecuted. Magu, in a statement noted that some judges wrongly see election tribunals and appeal panels as an opportunity to enrich themselves, The Nation reports. READ ALSO : Afenifere pushes for Yoruba presidency in 2023 “ Consequently, we want to remind all lawyers, judges, elected public officials and members of the wider society not to use the Election Petition Tribunals as conduits for siphoning public funds because there is a huge price to pay for such,” Magu said. “The EFCC has the statutory powers to monitor, track, inve

- The acting chairman of the EFCC, Ibrahim Magu, warns that any judicial officer caught using election tribunals to make money will face the law - Magu says some judges wrongly see election tribunals and appeal panels as an opportunity to enrich themselves The acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu, has warned that any judge or lawyer in election petition tribunals found involved in money laundering will be prosecuted. Magu, in a statement noted that some judges wrongly see election tribunals and appeal panels as an opportunity to enrich themselves, The Nation reports. READ ALSO : Afenifere pushes for Yoruba presidency in 2023 “ Consequently, we want to remind all lawyers, judges, elected public officials and members of the wider society not to use the Election Petition Tribunals as conduits for siphoning public funds because there is a huge price to pay for such,” Magu said. “The EFCC has the statutory powers to monitor, track, inve

Apparently, it has been dram galore since Dubai-based big boy, Hushpuppi flaunted his new bespoke exotic cars on social media. While many fans and followers had hailed him for being he baddest in the game, popular club owner, identified as Cubana chiefpriest on social media spat on the claims and demanded that Huspuppi show receipts instead of claiming rental vehicles as his. An annoyed Huspuppi took on the assignment and decided to prove that he purchased the Rolls Royce and Bentley. First he flaunted his car keys on social media and exclaimed that he has been blessed by God. Still unmoved by his actions, some social media users started doubting the authenticity of the car purchase. To further prove that he is the proud owner of the black badge Rolls-Royce Wraith said to be worth N137 million, he showed the receipts of the purchase. After all that, the doubting Thomas' were still on his neck and now, Hush has Daddy Freeze fighting his battles. In a recent post shared on Insta

Being in the limelight definitely comes with a lot of advantages; however, the truckload of disadvantages can never be over emphasized. Celebrities are constantly under the scrutiny of the public eye, and sometimes, some of their private transactions can be manipulated. Popular American singer R Kelly, has been facing a heavy storm over the past couple of weeks. sexual abuse allegations have been leveled against the R & B star and it appears to be a trying time for him in his musical career. Amid the allegations he is currently facing, Legit.ng had also previously reported that he was picked up by the authorities over unpaid child support for his three kids with ex-wife, Andrea Kelly. However, in a new interview video that recently surfaced online, it may seem the case against the celebrity star might be taking a new course. READ ALSO: Radio stations will drop Michael Jackson's music amid abuse claims The two girlfriends, Azriel Clary and Jocelyn Savage whose par

- An obviously happy couple have wowed several people on social media - The plus-sized groom and his wife were spotted breaking into interesting dance moves on their wedding day - Guests were obviously entertained as they cheered them on Most weddings are days of joy and excitement as the couple cannot wait to tie the knot with the love of their lives. In Africa for instance, weddings are huge affairs and can soon turn into a carnival due to lovely and interesting displays. A newly wedded couple have wowed social media users on their big day with their entertaining dance steps. It was obvious that the plus-sized groom and his bride were prepared to enjoy the day to the fullest as they danced to their heart’s content on their wedding. PAY ATTENTION: Install our latest app for Android and read the best news about Nigeria Happy bride and her plus-sized groom rock the dance floor as crowd cheer them on Source: Instagram Quite surprisingly, the groom could twist and turn his bo

The Nigerian soldiers who have died and those who continue to serve the nation at the risk of loosing their lives, often don't get celebrated enough. Many women have been made widows and children, fatherless all in cause of safeguarding the nation. Perhaps, it is in this light that a yet to be identified photographer decided to make an artistic illustrations, shinning light on not just the soldier, but the family he lives behind when duty calls. The photos which were shared by a Facebook user, Aliyu Ibrahim, depicts the story of a soldier who is called to the battle ground and has to leave a young wife and children back home. In the series, it appears the wife gets the message of her husband's death and is left with the kids to mourn their tragic loss. READ ALSO: Personal letter from the Editor-in-Chief of Legit.ng (former NAIJ.com) Ibrahim shared the photos with the caption: "Live of a soldier...His going out is known, his coming back is not sure....May God forgive t

- Sergio Ramos reportedly got involved in a spat with Real Madrid president Florentino Perez - The 32-year-old watched his teammates from the stands as they go humiliated 4-1 by Ajax - The Spain international also threatened to leave the club if the president decides to sell him Sergio Ramos has reportedly threatened to leave Real Madrid after he got involved in a dressing room spat with club president Florentino Perez. According to Spanish news media outlet AS, Los Blancos captain had a row after the embarrassing 4-1 defeat to Ajax in the Champions League. The Spain international watched from the box at the Santiago Bernabeu and even had a TV crew filming him but both he and Perez headed into the changing room afterwards. READ ALSO: Zinedine Zidane set to make sensational return to Real Madrid It is understood Perez slammed the players for their lack of dedication, having too many free days and even described them as 'shameful'. However, Ramos hit back at Perez blam

Barely 24 hours to governorship election, Rivers state chief magistrate court in Port Harcourt has served an arrest warrant against Nsima Ekere, APC's candidate in Akwa Ibom state. According to a medium, Sahara Reporter, S.D. Andrew-Jaja, chief magistrate of the court, said Ekere and one Katungo Moljengo should be arrested “in compliance with Section 138 of the Rivers state administration of Criminal Justice Law 2015.” The court's charge, bearing the seal and signature of S.T. Dappa, principal registrar of the court, said the arrest warrant against Ekere and Moljengo was issued “in Port Harcourt under the seal of the court and hand of the presiding chief magistrate, this 5th day of March 2019." READ ALSO: Afenifere pushes for Yoruba presidency in 2023 The magistrate stated that the warrant for the arrest of Ekeme and Moljengo was issued because of the listed complaints and a suit marked PMC/MISC/15/2019 by one Multi-intelligence Development Limited. Meanwhile, Legit.

- A faction of the APC in Enugu has lambasted Oshiomhole over the suspension of director general of VON, Osita Okechukwu - Okey Ogbodo, a leader of the faction, said Oshiomhole was already turning himself into a dictator - The NWC of the APC had suspended Okechukwu over alleged anti-party activities A faction of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu state led by Deacon Okey Ogbodo has blasted the national chairman of the party, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, over the suspension of the director general of Voice of Nigeria, Osita Okechukwu, saying the party leader was already turning himself into a dictator. The APC National Working Committee (NWC) had last week announced the suspension of Okechukwu, alongside Governors Rochas Okorocha and Ibikunle Amosun. Legit.ng regional reporter in Enugu, Jude Chinedu, reports that Ogbodo said on Thursday, March 7, that it was strange and embarrassing to read the news of the purported suspension of Okechukwu, who is a founding member of the p

- A Nollywood actress, Rachel Oniga, said APC should remain an APC state - Oniga said the state should remain under the APC for the sake of continuity - The popular actress said she believed Sanwo-Olu has the capacity to make things happen in Lagos state A Nollywood actress, Rachel Oniga, on Thursday, March 7, said Lagos state should remain the All Progressives Congress (APC) state for continuity of infrastructure development. Oniga made the remarks at the APC governorship campaign rally held at Ebute Meta, Lagos. “Why I want l Lagos state to remain in the hand of APC is for continuity sake; and realistically, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the party governorship candidate is part of the continuity. “When Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu was the governor of the state, there was development, and after him, the subsequent governors have been performing excellently well. READ ALSO: PDP should recall past members for Buhari to investigate - Shehu Sani “So, let there be continuity. I know Babajide S

The Buhari Campaign Organisation The President Muhammadu Buhari Campaign Organisation has asked a High Court in the Federal Capital Territory to dismiss a counter-claim filed by Atiku Abubakar in a pending defamation suit. Atiku’s spokesperson has claimed that President Buhari and members of his family held shares in 9mobile and keystone. READ ALSO: PDP should recall past members for Buhari to investigate - Shehu Sani In reaction, the BCO has sued Atiku for defamation but The Nation reports that the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party through his lawyers filed a counter-claim in which he queried Buhari’s competence and sought to compel the President to pay him damages in the sum of N200 billion. Atiku blamed the president for rising insecurity in the country and lopsided appointments. In a fresh motion by the plaintiffs, through their lawyer, Abdulrazaq Ahmed, they argued that Atiku’s counter-claim, in which “he challenged Buhari’s capacity and performance in

WWE legend D*ick 'The Destroyer' Beyer has been reported dead at the age of 88 The former American professional wrestler died on Thursday, March 8 in his home as announced by his son Kurt on his Facebook page. Beyer rose to prominence in Los Angeles where he rivaled wrestling greats Freddie Blassie and Gorgeous George. " It is with a very heavy heart to let you know that Dad -- aka The Destroyer, aka Doctor X, aka D*ick Beyer, aka Coach -- passed away shortly past Noon today . Kurt wrote on Facebook. READ ALSO: Owen Hargreaves slams VAR after Man United's dramatic Champions League win over PSG " He was in bed at home, and was surrounded by all of his children and wife as he slipped peacefully away . " I will have more to share later, but wanted you to hear this sad news from me first. Thoughts and prayers are most welcome at this time. Peace. (The Destroyer - Honoring A Wrestling Legend! The Destroyer (wrestler). " World Wrestling Enterta

- The issue of crowd control has been raised by local observers in Bauchi ahead of the governorship and state House of Assembly elections - The issue was raised by local observers in the state who feel that it will be a factor for the smooth conduct of the polls - The observers in the state advised the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to appoint officers to man queues during the polls Domestic election observers in Bauchi state have called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the security agencies to provide crowd control officers at voting centres during the governorship and state Assembly elections. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda Speaking through their team leader, Friday Maduka, during a press conference in Bauchi on Thursday, March 7, the observers said there was need for proper control of voters in queues for voting to be smooth and hitch-free, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)

Some religious leaders in Nigeria on Thursday, March 7, predicted that President Muhammadu Buhari's second-term will be peaceful and prosperous. The religious leaders numbering over 100 had earlier predicted Buhari’s re-election at the February 23 polls after holding a 40-day prayer and fast last year. As forecast, the incumbent emerged victorious, defeating Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). In its usual trend of accurate and unbiased prophecies, the religious leaders have predicted enormous gains in the next four years. The 100 clerics who are members of the National Inter- Faith and Religious Organizations for Peace made the declaration at the grand-finale of the three days thanksgiving and salat al- shukur held in Abuja. READ ALSO: Afenifere pushes for Yoruba presidency in 2023; endorses S/West governor as possible presidential candidate Speaking on behalf of the Islamic clerics, Sheik Ibrahim Bulama expressed that the co-inhibition of both religions

- Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be named as Man United manager on a full-time basis - Man United's Champions League win over PSG has sealed the job for the Norwegian - Solskjaer held discussions with Man United chief Ed Woodward at the team hotel in Paris Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has moved a step closer to being named Manchester United manager on a permanent basis after PSG defeat in the Champions League. Daily Mail claims the 46-year-old Solskjaer will be handed the managerial role at United on a full-time basis and the big question is when will the Norwegian be confirmed for the job. The Red Devils massive Champions League result at Parc des Princes on Wednesday night sealed the job for Solskjaer, who has turned around the club’s fortune since replacing Jose Mourinho as interim manager mid-December. READ ALSO: Ferdinand lists Man City as his favourite to win UCL after Real Madrid exit Solskjaer and United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward held talks on Wednesday morning at the

- Aggrieved APC candidate in Edo state, Ehiozuwa Agbonyinma, has accused PDP of rigging election in the state - Agbonyinma, who lost to PDP candidate Jude Ise-Idehen , said INEC staff told him the election was rigged -The APC candidate has, however, vowed to purse justice and get his mandate back Ehiozuwa Agbonyinma, the candidate of the All Progressive Congress in Edo, has made a revelation into how the last National Assembly election held in Ikpoba-Okha/Egor federal constituency was allegedly rigged by the opposition. Addressing newsmen after leading a protest to the office of the Independent Electoral Commission (INEC), The Nation reports that Ehiozuwa said he received information from the INEC officer assigned to the state opening a can of worms on how Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) rigged the election for its candidate. Legit.ng gathers that Ehiozuwa lost the election to Jude Ise-Idehen of the PDP, with the former insisting that APC won the election in Edo state READ ALSO :