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Real Madrid enjoyed a winning start in Zinedine Zidane second spell as Los Blancos boss with a 2-0 victory over Celta Vigo on Saturday, March 16, at Santiago Bernabeu. The encounter saw Celta Vigo came close to netting the opener after Pione Sisto pass found Maxi Gomez, but his header could not beat Keylor Navas, who was spot on to push the ball over the crossbar. In the 27th minute Real Madrid had their own chance after Toni Kroos powerful strike from about 25-yard hit the crossbar. READ ALSO: Sadio Mane doubtful for Fulham clash after missing Liverpool training session Karim Benzema was the next Real player to miss from an overhead kick but Gareth Bale followed up with volley which could only hit woodwork before Nestor Araujo cleared the danger. Celta had a chance from a counter-attack but Sergio Ramos was spot on to block shot away from danger. Moments later, Ramos almost headed Los Blancos into the lead from a Kroos' corner, but his header missed target Real Madrid pl

Following reports that the chief security officer (CSO) to President Muhammadu Buhari has been removed, the presidency is yet to confirm to the news. Premium Times had reported that Bashir Abubakar was removed and replaced by Idris Ahmed from the headquarters of the State Security Services in Abuja. It was gathered that Abubakar was ordered to proceed on an immediate “strategic course” at a university in Buenos Aires, Argentina at the insistence of the Director General of the DSS , Yusuf Bichi. Although details are still sketchy about Abubakar's removal, Daily Trust reports that the presidential spokespersons, Femi Adesina and Garba Shehu, are yet to reply to text messages sent to them on the matter. READ ALSO: Supplementary polls: INEC promises to be fair in Plateau Abubakar before his removal was appointed as Buhari’s CSO in July 2015. He was an assistant director in the Bayelsa state command of the DSS. Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that the SSS in Taraba stat

Real Madrid defeated Celta Vigo 2-0 in a La Liga clash on Saturday, March 16, in Zinedine Zidane’s first game in charge after returning for his second spell at club. The encounter at the Santiago Bernabeu saw both sides battle to a barren draw at the end of the first stanza. READ ALSO: Sadio Mane doubtful for Fulham clash after missing Liverpool training session However, in the second stanza, Real Madrid upped their game and were rewarded in the 62nd minute when Isco netted the opener off a Benzema cross. On the 77th minute Gareth Bale increased Real Madrid second goal of the night to see the Los Blancos go two goals up with 13 mites left on the clock. Despite other scoring chances none of the sides was able to score again as the scoreboard read Real Madrid 2-0 Celta Vigo: at the blast of the final whistle. …More to follow NAIJ.com (naija.ng) -> Legit.ng We have updated to serve you better. I scored more frequently than Rashidi Yekini - Segun Odegbami | Legit TV Sour

- Veteran actor, Babatunde Omidina aka Baba Suwe has been discharged from the Lagos state Teaching Hospital - According to reports, he is to be flown abroad for further medical treatments - The reports was made known by his friend and fellow actor, Yomi Fabiyi on Instagram It appears things are looking good for veteran actor, Babatunde Omidina aka Baba Suwe. According to reports, the celebrated actor has been discharged from the Lagos state Teaching Hospital. Further reports given by fellow actor Yomi Fabiyi, reveals that the veteran movie star is to be flown abroad for further medical treatment. Fabiyi revealed that through the help of well wishers, the actor has gotten better. Fabiyi wrote on Instagram: "Veteran Actor and Comedian Babatunde Omidina a.k.a Baba Suwe has been discharged from LUTH after intense medical treatment. I can confirm to you that efforts to quickly stabilize and/or completely treat him to full wellness by medical experts at the Lagos University Teachin

Lionel Messi and Barcelona are struggling to overcome the quarter-final 'curse' of the Champions League despite United supporters fear to battle the Catalans. According to The Mirror, Messi and his Barcelona teammates are now rated favourites to win the UCL after Real Madrid's exit, but they will have to see off United to achieve the target And United interim boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer must find a way to ensure the players’ morale is fired up. READ ALSO Kylian Mbappe 'hit with £180,000 fine' by PSG as Madrid keep watch The Argentine playmaker no doubt is expected to lead Barcelona’s quest for a fifth Champions League silverware after netting a brace against Lyon at the Nou camp However, Man United supporters don’t have to panic over Messi or Barcelona as far as the quarterfinal round of the UCL is concerned. At the last count, Barcelona have been eliminated gone at this round in the last three campaigns, and the fourth in last five seasons. Serie A side Roma

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Taraba chapter, on Saturday, March 16, called on warring factions in the violence that broke out in Jalingo following the announcement of the governorship election results in the state to sheathe their swords. Innocent Solomon, the CAN Chairman in the state, made the call after a tour of the affected areas in Jalingo and a sympathy visit to the victims at the Specialist Hospital and the Federal Medical Center in Jalingo. Solomon assured the people that CAN and the Muslim council were working closely with the State government to restore peace in the state. “We condemn the violence that broke out at the declaration of the governorship election results in the state, and in Jalingo in particular. “Crises have never done any good to anybody in any society across the world. READ ALSO: Full list of 13 schools de-recognised by WAEC in Kogi “Our politicians must call their supporters to order and join hands with us in preaching peace. “We want

- The Nigerian social media platforms have been buzzing with mixed reactions following the scandalous video saga between MC Galaxy and actress Etinosa Idemudia - The video which showed the actress stripping naked on the singer's Instagram live did not go well with a lot of people - Many Nigerians have taken to social media to express their opinion on the issue Earlier on, Legit.ng reported the news of how MC Galaxy was accused of starting a 'naked challenge' in which his female fans stripped naked on his Instagram live video for the sum of N50k. Nollywood actress, Etinosa Idemudia shocked many people when she jumped on the raunchy challenge and went naked on his Instagram live video. Celebrities like Linda Osifo reacted to the video, blasting Mc Galaxy. Well, the video has caused quite a number of mixed reactions on the internet. While some people are of the opinion that MC Galaxy should be blamed for letting such happen on his live video, others have opined that the

- Thibaut Courtois has been dropped by Zidane in their match against Celta Vigo - Keylor Navas was selected in the first team as Gareth Bale also returned to starting XI - This will be Zinedine Zidane's first match since he was reappointed by Real Madrid Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has dropped goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois for the club's Spanish La Liga game against Celta Vigo. Forward Gareth Bale also made a return to the first team in what will be Zinedine Zidane's first game since he returned to the Santiago Bernabeu. Real Madrid play their first game since Santiago Solari was sacked and replaced with former coach Zidane. In his last game in charge of Real Madrid before he left last year, Zinedine Zidane would have Gareth Bale to thank for the two goals he scored against Liverpool in the UCL final. Real Madrid however took to their social media page to reveal the starting XI for their game against Celta Vigo. PAY ATTENTION: Install Pitch Football App for FR

- Nigeria's first lady, Aisha Buhari, has demonstrated her sympathy towards victims of the the Ita-Faji building collapse - Aisha, on Saturday, March 16, paid a visit to the victims receiving treatment at the Lagos Island General Hospital - She also visited women and children wards of the hospital, prayed to God to grant the families that lost loved ones the fortitude to bear the loss The wife of the president, Aisha Buhari, on Saturday, March 16, visited victims of the Ita-Faji building collapse at the Lagos Island General Hospital to sympathise with them. The wife of the president offered her condolences to the victims of the incident, which claimed the lives of no fewer than 20 people, including school children, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda Aisha, who took time to visit women and children wards of the hospital, prayed to God to grant the families that lost loved ones t

The wife of the president, Aisha Buhari, on Saturday, March 16, visited victims of the Ita-Faji building collapse at the Lagos Island General Hospital to sympathise with them. The wife of the president offered her condolences to the victims of the incident, which claimed the lives of no fewer than 20 people, including school children. Aisha, who took time to visit women and children wards of the hospital, prayed to God to grant the families that lost loved ones the fortitude to bear the loss. She also wished those still on admission speedy recovery. One of the victims and teacher in the school located in the collapsed building, Easter Samuel, expressed her shock over the incident. The 19-year-old teacher, who was receiving treatment in the hospital, prayed to God not to experience such unfortunate incident again. The chief medical director of the hospital, Gani Kale, said 10 children were admitted in the hospital after the incident. According to him, three out of the patients hav

A former executive secretary of National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Prof. Bem Anweh, was on Saturday, March 16, reportedly shot in the leg by unknown gunmen in Gboko metropolis of Gboko local government area in Benue state. Daily Trust reports that the incident happened about 10am at a filling station near Gyado suburb in Gboko. The police public relations officer of the Benue command, DSP Catherine Anene, confirmed the incident but said they were yet to get full details of what happened. READ ALSO: AAC, APC react as INEC decides to resume collation of Rivers election results However, the newspaper adds that locals said the gunmen were likely to be political thugs, who attacked the former NHRC boss and caused panic at the scene of their operation as they shot sporadically into the air to scare away residents. It was further gathered that the gunmen left the scene immediately after carrying out the attack on Anweh. The wounded ex-NHRC boss was initially taken to a hospital i

Ahead of the governorship supplementary elections scheduled for March 23, INEC has assured critical stakeholders in Plateau that it would conduct a free, fair and credible election in the affected areas. Mallam Halilu Pai, the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), in the state, gave the assurance at a meeting with leaders of various political parties and other stakeholders on Saturday in Jos. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), reports that the March 9 governorship election in the state was declared inconclusive because the margin in the votes polled by the two leading candidates was less than the votes cancelled in some polling units. A total of 48,828 votes were cancelled across 40 polling units in 19 wards of nine local government areas. According to Pai, the commission has put all modalities on ground to ensure that a successful and peaceful supplementary election is conducted in the affected areas. READ ALSO: Full list of 13 schools de-recognised by WAEC in Kogi “As we all k

- MC Galaxy recently faced a lot of backlash after comedian Etinosa went unclad on his Instagram live - Many accused him of encouraging her and also not ending the call - The singer has now revealed why he did not end the video call in an interview MC Galaxy is perhaps not one of people’s favourite celebrities at the moment seeing as he was recently a part of scandalous acts that involved ladies getting naked on his Instagram live. MC Galaxy and a comedian, Etinosa, had Nigerians peddling blames after t he lady undressed herself on a live video call. Many accused MC Galaxy of allowing things to go out of hand seeing as he did not end the call and he seemed to encourage her by reading messages from fans who wanted to see her unclad. PAY ATTENTION: Install our latest app for Android and read the best news about Nigeria MC Galaxy finally speaks after comedian Etinosa went unclad on his IG live, explains why he didn't end the call Source: Instagram After a moment of silence

Following the tragic Ethiopian Airlines' plane crash killing everyone on board, many people are yet to recover from the shock, including Nigerian singer, David Adeleke. Popularly known as Davido, the singer who is presently in the United States, took to his Instagram to thank God for a safe trip as he reveal how he experienced some turbulence whilst on the plane. The singer revealed he got so scared that he 'repented 10 times' on the flight as the plane which according to him, experience turbulence for 14 hours. READ ALSO: Personal letter from the Editor-in-Chief of Legit.ng (former NAIJ.com) See post below: Screenshot of his post on Instastory/@davidoofficial Source: Instagram PAY ATTENTION: Get the Latest Nigerian News on Legit.ng News App His frightful flight experience comes barely a few hours after the superstar singer took to social media to celebrate becoming the first Nigerian artiste to hit 10 million followers on Instagram. HELLO! NAIJ.com (naija.ng)

Kylian Mbappe alongside PSG teammate Adrien Rabiot have been handed a heavy fine at the French Ligue 1 side for late coming ahead of a French Ligue 1 clash with Marseille in October 2018. According to The Mirror citing AS, the French outfit have a standing rule to fine offenders £180,000 for lateness, and have slammed the 20-year-old Mbappe for not keeping to the schedule along with Rabiot. Interestingly, the report claim that the belated financial fine may likely force Real Madrid to quicken their quest to sign the Frenchman, with Los Blancos chiefs still interested on the player. READ ALSO: Mohamed Salah sends condolences to New Zealand after mosque shootings left 49 dead The Frenchman is expected to face more deductions from his weekly wage of £290,000 if he complains. Mbappe is likely to be sad with the fine and could see the Spanish giants’ move for the French forward in the summer. Real Madrid’s quest to sign Mbappe recently was rejected as the forward maintained he prefer

- The Peoples Democratic Party in Bauchi has expressed satisfaction over the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)'s latest decision in the state - The PDP said that INEC's resolve to cancel the proposed supplementary poll in the state and collate the results is justice at work - The PDP in the state also said that it has lost confidence in the police, who, in its opinion, has been compromised The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Bauchi on Saturday, March 16, praised the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ‎over the resolve to forgo its plans to conduct a supplementary poll but instead re-collate and adopt the results from Tafawa Balewa local government area. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda Alhaji Hamza Koshe Akuyam, the chairman of the PDP in the state the electoral body has finally allowed justice to prevail over the governorship election conducted in the area, Daily Trust reports. Aku

- Senate president Bukola Saraki’s sister, Oyinkansola Saraki, said he was disappointed with her brother’s performance as governor and senator - Oyinkansola said Saraki failed the people of Kwara - The Senate president’s sister urged Kwara state governor-elect, Abdurahman Abdurazaq, to give her the “opportunity to correct the family wrong to avoid nemesis” Senate president Bukola Saraki’s sister, Oyinkansola Saraki, has called out his brother on a national TV programme, saying said he failed to live up to expectations while he served as the governor of Kwara state. Oyinkansola condemned her brother’s performance and begged the people of Kwara for forgiveness while appearing on TVC’s “Your View” on Thursday, March 14. The Senate president was elected governor of Kwara in 2003. After his tenure, he refused, against his father’s wish, to support his sister, Gbemisola, a former senator, to succeed him. Instead, he supported the incumbent governor, Ahmed Abdulfatai, who floored his si

On Friday, March 15, 2019, Nigerians on social media got to witness questionable antics of two celebrities, MC Galaxy and comedian, Etinosa. The comedian was spotted going completely naked while the singer, MC Galaxy urged her on by reading messages of encouragement. However the video has raised series of harsh reactions on social media and even some celebrities have taken to condemning the act. Actress Linda Osifo slams MC Galaxy over comedian Etinosa going unclad on his IG live Source: Instagram PAY ATTENTION: Install our latest app for Android and read the best news about Nigeria Nollywood actress, Linda Osifo, took to social media to express her displeasure and also call out MC Galaxy for not watching out for his colleague. See the photo she shared below: Photo: @lindaosifo / Instagram Source: Instagram According to her, people go through different problems but we should learn to be our brother’s keeper. She wrote: READ ALSO: Power Couples Who Are Still Adored By T

- A South African woman, Annah Maluleka, recently shocked many after vomiting a frog - The incident happened after she had received prayers from a prophet to heal her of drunkenness - Annah's mother, Joyce, was glad that she would have her obedient daughter back Sometimes people face problems that are beyond comprehension. In seeking a solution to these issues, some people go to religious organisations for help. Legit.ng recently gathered the report of a South African woman, Annah Maluleka, who was said to have been cured of her drunkenness in a strange way. The 32-year-old woman reportedly battled with drunkenness for about 19 years and her breakthrough came after she visited a prophet for prayers. Annah revealed that her situation affected her life so much that she could not have a stable relationship with men. According to Daily Sun, the young woman revealed that everything changed after a prophet at a church prayed for her during a Sunday service. PAY ATTENTION: Instal

Nigerian reality star, Cynthia Nwadiora, popularly known as Cee-C sure knows how to get her fans going crazy with her killer styles and curvy body. While fans of one of the most talked about Nigerian reality shows, Big Brother Naija, anticipate the reunion shows, Cee-C is out here serving serious fashion goals to her fans and followers. In a recent post which she shared on her Instagram page, she more or less described herself as the lady with seasoned sauce as she dazzled in a white Gucci ensemble. Sharing the photos, she wrote: "Because throwing salt on my name will only season my sauce.. " READ ALSO: Personal letter from the Editor-in-Chief of Legit.ng (former NAIJ.com) Swipe to see more photos: PAY ATTENTION: Get the Latest Nigerian News on Legit.ng News App Cee-C whose favourite looks comprises; high stilettos, big hair and a fitted bodycon dress never misses an opportunity to flaunt her curvy body and her new found fame has offered her the right way to do

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has de-recognised 13 secondary schools and warns 56 others in Kogi for their involvement in examination malpractice during the 2018 West African Senior School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE). Ademu Amos, WAEC Desk Officer, Kogi Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, disclosed this at a meeting with the principals, vice Principals and examination officers of the affected schools on Thursday, March 14, in Lokoja. Amos said that 13 secondary schools were de-recognised while 56 others were seriously warned by the council due to examination malpractice. He noted that the state government was not happy about the development, describing it as a serious issue that could dampen the hope of a nation. According to Amos, the Examination Malpractices Act No. 33 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), offenders are liable to four years imprisonment and a fine of N100, 000 per student and N250,000 per school. Amos explained that the major of

- Samuel Umtiti could be on his way out of Barcelona when the season comes to an end - His club Barcelona are said to be ready to allow him to leave Camp Nou this summer - Manchester United and Manchester City are interested in signing the France international Reigning Spanish champions Barcelona are reportedly considering selling defender Samuel Umtiti when the ongoing La Liga season comes to an end. This latest development is now expected to be a cheering news for Manchester United and Manchester City who are said to be interested in signing the Frenchman. Samuel Umtiti has only just returned to full fitness from a knee injury but the Catalan giants may be ready to let him go this summer. PAY ATTENTION: Install Pitch Football App for FREE to get the latest football News & Scores READ ALSO: Jose Mourinho says Real Madrid made perfect decision to appoint Zidane And according to Calciomercato, Barcelona could allow Samuel Umtiti to leave Camp Nou despite paying Lyon £20.

- The crisis rocking the ruling the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers state seems not to be over yet - Senator Magnus Ngei Abe (Rivers southeast district) has asked bigwigs in the state chapter of the party to stop involving President Muhammadu Buhari in the their crisis - Abe said that the party chieftains should stop insulting President Buhari and end the blame game Senator Magnus Ngei Abe (Rivers southeast district) has asked loyalists of some All Progressives Congress (APC) bigwigs to stop involving President Muhammadu Buhari in the crisis rocking the state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement published by his spokesperson, Parry Saroh Benson, Abe said that President Buhari has been rained with abuses in connection to the party's crisis in the state despite his many achievements, The Sun reports. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda Abe's statement was a reaction to remarks by Ho

- Nigerian footballer Joseph Yobo’s mother recently became a year older - To celebrate, her son took to social media to share lovely photos of her - Yobo also used to opportunity to shower her with love and prayers Love comes in different forms and many have described the affection between a mother and her kids as the greatest form of love. No matter how successful an individual becomes, they most times do not forget the woman that raised and nurtured them to adulthood. The role of a mother is very important and even celebs know this. Nigerian footballer, Joseph Yobo’s mother recently became a year older and her son made sure to celebrate her for the world to see. The handsome sportsman took to his Instagram page to share adorable photos of his aged mother and he expressed his love for her in his caption. PAY ATTENTION: Install our latest app for Android and read the best news about Nigeria He wrote: “Happy birthday Mother. Thank you for all your prayers & support. May GOD