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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has explained that admissions would be given only to qualified candidates who applied for courses into the various institutions of the country. The board reiterated this in its Volume 1, No 13 weekly Bulletin of the Office of the Registrar and made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday, April 1, in Abuja. It described as misleading and erroneous, information being circulated that over 50 per cent of candidates who yearly apply for admissions into various institutions, were not admitted. It also decried the reports that every year, after the conduct of the Unified Tertiary and Universities Examination (UTME), where millions of candidates apply, barely 20% get admitted. “The truth is that, admissions can only be given to qualified candidates, hence, any figure being bandied around should equally be based on the total number of candidates who applied and are qualified. “It will be an unfortunate postulation if the

- Governor Aminu Tambuwal said he is ready to work with the opposition APC to move Sokoto state forward - According to him, the state governorship and House of Assembly elections were won and lost, it is time to move on - Tambuwal, however, said his administration would not condone any form of post-election violence in any part of the state Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal of Sokoto state on Sunday, March 31, urged the leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and their supporters to join his administration in moving the state forward. In a statement by senior special assistant on special duties, Yusuf Dingiadi, in Kaduna, Tambuwal said the March 9 Governorship and State House of Assembly elections were won and lost, “it is time to move on.“ The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Tambuwal said his doors remain open for all to join the PDP-led-government in steering the affairs of state. READ ALSO: Court frees Wabara of corruption charges after 14 years of legal battle

- Singer Davido is the boyfriend of the year - Just recently, the excited lover threw a party in honour of his reunion with his girlfriend, Chioma - It was reported that the couple had busy and stayed two months apart Being a successful musician in Nigeria comes with a lot of baggage. There's a constant demand of one's time and attention and it takes a really good time manager to understand how to pay attention to the important things. Davido has proven himself to be a really stand-up guy and his love for Chioma seems to blossom more everyday. Just recently, the couple who had spent two months apart were excited to reunite in Bahamas, United States and showed off their reunion. It was gathered that Davido threw a huge party and welcomed his baby with a present and plenty of love and kisses. He shared the moments on his Instagram and many of his female fans were wishing to be in their shoes. Davido also teased about the status of his manager, Asasika who he revealed has a h

- Engineer Abba Kabir Yusuf said he has rejected the outcome of the Kano state governorship election - The PDP governorship candidate claimed the election was marred by irregularities - Yusuf said the people of Kano have also rejected the result declaring Ganduje as winner The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Kano state, Engineer Abba Kabir Yusuf, has said that the state election will not stand. Governor Abdullahi Ganduje was declared winner of the governorship election following the rerun election. In an interview with Daily Trust, Yusuf said the election has been rejected by the [arty and people of Kano state. READ ALSO: Court frees Wabara of corruption charges after 14 years of legal battle Asked if he gave the go-ahead to his lawyers to challenge the result in court, he said: “Definitely, because of the so-called election that was not recognized by the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Electoral Act and was marred by violence,

- The Peoples Democratic Party has cautioned the minister of justice and attorney general of the federation, Abubakar Malami, against attempt to scuttle collation of governorship election results in Rivers state - In a statement by PDP national publicity secretary, Kola Ologbondiyan, the party cautioned Malami to restrain himself from being used to commit unconstitutional acts - The Independent National Electoral Commission will begin collation of results in the state on Tuesday, April 2 The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the minister of justice and attorney general of the federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), of involving in plots to scuttle the collation of the results of Rivers state governorship election by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The PDP made the allegation in a statement on Sunday, March 31, by its national publicity secretary, Kola Ologbondiyan. The party cautioned Malami to restrain himself from being used to commit unconstitutional a

Former aviation minister, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, has endorsed the aspiration of Honourable Femi Gbajabiamila to be the next Speaker of the House of Representatives. Fani-Kayode, a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, described Gbajabiamila as “a profoundly good man.” He stated that the All Progressives Congress (APC) lawmaker representing Surulere federal constituency 1 in Lagos, “will make a great Speaker of the Federal House of Representatives.” Fani-Kayode wrote on Twitter: “I have known Femi Gbajabiamila for 40 years and I can assure you that he will make a great Speaker of the Federal House of Representatives. “We may disagree politically but I must confess that he is a profoundly good man representing a great constituency. I wish him well.” READ ALSO: Court frees Wabara of corruption charges after 14 years of legal battle Meanwhile, despite the endorsement of Gbajabiamila by the APC national leadership, the APC lawmaker is being challenged by seven contenders for t

- Premier League top scorers chart sees Man City star Sergio Aguero equals Jermain Defoe's 162 goals record - The 30-year-old was on target in the Citizens' 2-0 win over Fulham in Sunday's EPL clash at Craven Cottage - He however needs to score just two goals to displace Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler from sixth position Sergio Aguero was on target for his Manchester City in their 2-0 win over Fulham at Craven Cottage on Saturday, March 30. The Argentine continued to prove himself as one of the best strikers to play in the Premier League, having scored a total of 162 EPL goals since he joined the Citizens in 2011. He has scored a total of 162 goals and also created 42 assists in 231 English topflight matches in the last eight seasons. Aguero has just two goals to surpass Liverpool great Robbie Fowler's record - but will need 13 goals to displace Arsenal legend Thierry Henry from the fifth place on the chart. READ ALSO: Ander Herrera wants to earn £200,000-a-week

- Jose Mourinho held talks with French club PSG for the possibility of being hired - But the club turned down his request as they prefer to continue with Thomas Tuchel - Mourinho has been out of coaching job since he was sacked at Manchester United Former Manchester United and Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has reportedly held talks with French club Paris-Saint-Germain, but the side prefer to keep current gaffer Thomas Tuchel. The Portuguese football manager is searching for a new club as he plots his return to management ahead of the 2019/20 season. Mourinho was sacked at Manchester United in December 2018, and he has been out of coaching job since he left Old Trafford. And according to the latest report by Daily Record, Jose Mourinho and his representative have met with PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi over the possibility of being hired. PAY ATTENTION: Install Pitch Football App for FREE to get the latest football News & Scores READ ALSO: Tottenham mocked by football

- Kayode Ajulo, a constitutional lawyer, has provided an insight into what the Nigerian constitution says about hacking of INEC's server - Ajulo said unlawful access to INEC sever amounted to a crime which comes within the definition of “acts of terrorism” - Recall that APC earlier accused PDP of hacking into the INEC server and inputing false figures Kayode Ajulo, a constitutional lawyer says hacking computer server of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), is as an act of terrorism. Ajulo told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday, April 1, in Abuja that the provisions of cybercrime act 2015 recognised INEC sever as one of the Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII). He added that such act of unlawful access to INEC sever amounted to a crime if tampered with in any way without authorisation, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports. READ ALSO: Court frees Wabara of corruption charges after 14 years of legal battle According to him, based on

President Muhammadu Buhari will on Monday, April 1, depart Abuja for Dakar, Senegal to attend the inauguration of Senegalese president, Macky Sall. The president's visit to Senegal follows President Sall's re-election for a second term in the just concluded Senegalese poll. A statement by the special adviser to the president on media and publicity, Femi Adesina, said the President’s trip followed an invitation from his host. Adesina said President Buhari, who is ECOWAS chairman, will be the special guest of honour at the ceremony, to be attended by other African leaders at the Diamniadio Exhibition Centre on Tuesday, April 2. READ ALSO: Senate presidency: APC senators-elect move against party’s choice He also said that President Buhari would be accompanied by governors Mohammed Abubakar, Nasir El-Rufai and Tanko Al-Makura of Bauchi, Kaduna and Nasarawa states respectively. Others on the Presidential entourage include the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Geoffrey Onyeama;

- Jose Mourinho held talks with French club PSG for the possibility of being hired - But the club turned down his request as they prefer to continue with Thomas Tuchel - Mourinho has been out of coaching job since he was sacked at Manchester United Former Manchester United and Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has reportedly held talks with French club Paris-Saint-Germain, but the side prefer to keep current gaffer Thomas Tuchel. The Portuguese football manager is searching for a new club as he plots his return to management ahead of the 2019/20 season. Mourinho was sacked at Manchester United in December 2018, and he has been out of coaching job since he left Old Trafford. And according to the latest report by Daily Record, Jose Mourinho and his representative have met with PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi over the possibility of being hired. PAY ATTENTION: Install Pitch Football App for FREE to get the latest football News & Scores READ ALSO: Tottenham mocked by football

The governor-elect of Ogun state, Dapo Abiodun , following his victory at the electoral polls, has paid a courtesy visit to the general overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God and the general overseer of Mountain of Fire. He took to his official Instagram page to share a photo with Pastor Enoch Adeboye whom he presented his certificate of Return to. He wrote: "This afternoon, I paid a courtesy visit to Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, General Overseer, The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG). During my visit, I also presented my Certificate of Return to the foremost man of God. @pastoreaadeboyeofficial" READ ALSO: Personal letter from the Editor-in-Chief of Legit.ng (former NAIJ.com) PAY ATTENTION: Get the Latest Nigerian News on Legit.ng News App The governor-elect also paid a visit to Daniel Kolawole Olukoya, the founder of Mountain of Fire and Miracle Ministries. Sharing a photo with Olukoya, he wrote: "When I paid a courtesy visit to Dr. Danie

- Nollywood actress Genevieve Nnaji shares her take on feminism - The actress noted that her style of feminism is about human rights - Nnaji explained that as a human being you want to have choices and do whatever you want Popular Nigerian actress Genevieve Nnaji has talked about her stand on feminism. The talented actress shared her take on feminism during a chat at LSE Africa Summit on Sunday, March 31. The actress and single mother of one had revealed that feminism to her is all about human rights. She stated that she believes that everyone has the right to live exactly how they want. Nnaji noted that as a human being, everyone wants the right to have choices, to do whatever they want, whenever they desire. READ ALSO : Mercy Johnson and her family celebrate Mother's Day in style (video) She said: "I think my own feminism is just human rights.I am a human who has a right to having choices.I can do whatever I want, whenever I want. It’s just that simple. If I wer

Thousands of social media users all over the world took to their respective pages on Sunday, March 31, in commemoration of the Mother’s Day celebration. The special day is a yearly occasion set aside to recognize and celebrate mothers in every family, motherhood, maternal bonds and the influence of mothers in the society. Legit.ng had gathered reports about some Nigerian celebrities who had taken to their pages to celebrate their mothers as well as celebrate themselves for being good mums to their children. Tonto Dikeh , Funke Akindele , Linda Ikeji and a host of others were among those that celebrated online. Among those that also joined in the special occasion is popular Nigerian cross-dresser Bobrisky . Bobrisky Source: UGC READ ALSO: Wizkid's third baby mama claims she is his wife as she celebrates Mother's Day, he replies (photo) The controversial personality took out time to celebrate his grand-mother on his Instagram page. He shared a lovely photo of the old w

- Rotimi Amaechi said the government will need N12.24trn to connect major Nigerian cities by rail - The minister of transportation urged Nigerians to be patient with the government - Amaechi said the private sector is also welcomed to participate The minister of transportation, Rotimi Amaechi has said that the federal government will need about $40bn investments, representing about N12.24trn to connect major Nigerian cities by rail. Daily Trust reports that the minister said this in Ibadan, Oyo state during his routine inspection of the 156km Lagos to Ibadan double gauge rail project under construction. READ ALSO: Court frees Wabara of corruption charges after 14 years of legal battle Amaechi urged Nigerians to be patient saying the project requires huge financial demand and that it will be done as resources are available. He said the amount needed is about 150 percent of the 2019 budget estimate but that the government is open to private investors willing to invest in Nigeria’

The governor of Kano state, Abdullahi Ganduje, has said he is ready to face the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), in court over the party's plan to challenge his victory at the 2019 gubernatorial election for the state. Ganduje, while speaking on Monday, April 1, in Ganduje town of Dawakin Tofa local government when he was receiving thousands of supporters who trooped to congratulate him over his re-election said the PDP is about to kick-start what would later consume them unawares. The Nation reports that the governor said: “Before the re-run election, which we emerged victorious, they were deep-neck in ballot stuffing and other electoral offences, a ploy that was later uncovered.” READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda He noted that it was after that ballot stuffing incident that genuine election was conducted at the supplementary election. Describing the supplementary election as credible, the governor said those that tro

- Vice presidential candidate of the PDP, Peter Obi, has hailed Bola Tinubu on his position on the proposed increment in VAT - Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, former state Lagos governor and national leader of APC had recently advised the federal government against increasing VAT rate - Obi who also used the opportunity to blast the ruling APC said increase in VAT in the present economic situation amounted to insensitivity on the part of the government Peter Obi, the vice presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has praised Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, national leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the latter's position on the proposed increment in Value Added Tax (VAT). Recall that the APC national leader had on Thursday, March 28, at the 11th Bola Tinubu Colloquium held in commemoration of his 67th birthday advised the federal government against increasing VAT rate. READ ALSO: Court frees Wabara of corruption charges after 14 years of legal battle In his reac

- Mauro Icardi's agent Wanda Nara has faulted Inter Milan's manager Luciano Spalletti over his stand on not playing the Argentine forward - Spalletti insists he will not pick Icardi despite ongoing war between Inter and the forward's agent - Icardi has not played for Inter since losing the captain’s armband six weeks ago Luciano Spalletti, Inter Milan manager, and Mauro Icardi's agent and wife Wanda Nara have been involved in hot exchange of words as her husband sat out of Serie A action. According to English AS, Icardi has not been included in Inter matchday squad by Spalletti since stripping him of the captain’s armband six weeks ago And on Sunday, March 31, Icardi was missing again as Lazio claimed a 1-0 win at San Siro. READ ALSO: Real Madrid ready to splash £73m on Sadio Mane Reacting after the match, Spalletti insists ongoing discussions between Icardi and Inter is disgraceful. "It's obvious for everyone to see what happened. It's obvious,&

Abimbola Olayinka Idowu, popularly known as Segilola Grey, is a 71-year-old Nigerian woman who is making her marks in the modeling industry. Undaunted by the criticism she received at the beginning of her modeling career, the elderly woman has forged on and has created a landmark for people in her age group. In an exclusive interview with Legit.ng , the beautiful old woman revealed how she ventured into modeling and how she has been able to cope with the hassles that come with it. Idowu who was born in Lagos state said that she grew up on Berkeley street at Ebute-Metta area of Lagos. Her mother is a native of Ota while her father was born in Ilaro, Ogun state. The Nigerian model who lost her husband years back said that they had children before his demise. Madam Abimbola Idowu before being made up. Source: Original READ ALSO: 7-year-old Success Adegor brings good luck to her family (photos, video) According to her, one of her children, encouraged her to pick up modeling becaus

- The INEC in Akwa Ibom has been accused of doctoring election materials in the state - The state chapter of APC, said the commission is trying to frustrate the petition filed by its governorship candidate, Obong Nsima Ekere - Ekere earlier claimed that announcement of Udom Emmanuel as the winner is fraudulent The All Progressives Congress in Akwa Ibom has alleged that Independent National Electoral Commission in the state is tampering with election materials to frustrate the petition filed by its governorship candidate, Obong Nsima Ekere. This is contained in a statement by the state publicity secretary of APC, Nkereuwem Enyonekere, The Nation reports. The statement read: “A text message sent to some staff this Sunday morning by the Secretary Admin, Patta, says: ‘Good morning Sir. Please kindly come to the office now as some people are expected to work on election materials. Thanks, Secretary Admin.’’ READ ALSO: Court frees Wabara of corruption charges after 14 years of legal b

- Temitayo Oluwole, a SSS 3 student of Ijo Mimo High School, died after falling from a mango tree - The incident happened on Saturday, March 30, after the student was sent to pluck a mango from the tree by one of his teachers - Oluwole's death would make it four cases of student losing their lives after falling from same mango tree Temitayo Oluwole, a Senior Secondary School (SSS) 3 student of Ijo Mimo High School, reportedly fell from a mango tree and died. It was gathered that the incident would be the fourth occurrence where students fell from the same mango tree, Vanguard reports. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng: a letter from our Editor-in-Chief Bayo Olupohunda It was also said that Oluwole was said to pluck mangoes from the tree by one of his teachers immediately after the school’s tutorials around 1:30pm. According to a source, the incident happened on Saturday, March 30, a day the students were asked to come for tutorials, adding that the deceased was rushe