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First photos from Nikkai ceremony as Oba Saheed Elegushi marries 2nd wife in style

Legit.ng earlier shared the news that Lagos monarch, Saheed Ademola Elegushi was set to pick a second wife from Kano. Recent reports show that the Elegushi of Ikate has tied the knot with Hadiza Tanko, younger sibling of Salihu Tanko Yakasai, the special adviser to the Kano state governor in a special Nikkai ceremony held in the hometown of the bride. Hadiza's brother, Salihu, shared the first photos from the ceremony which happened on May 4 with family and friends present to bid the wife farewell to her new home. He expressed joy that his younger sister, the last of 23 siblings was tying the knot and becoming the olori of Elegushi royal family. READ ALSO : Success Adegor's parents get married officially Hadiza is said to be an entrepreneur and a business development manager at an oil and gas firm. See photos below: Hadiza Tanko is going to be the second wife of the monarch, Oba Saheed, who has been married to his first wife, Sekinat for 16 years with whom he has three

How workers will benefit from new minimum wage - NLC

- There is hope for all workers across Nigeria to benefit from the N30, 000 new minimum wage recently signed into law - General secretary of NLC, Peter Ozo-Eson, said the law has ripple effects on other categories of workers who are currently earning above the minimum wage - Ozo-Eson disclosed that employers that employ less than 25 people are exempted from the law General secretary of NLC, Peter Ozo-Eson, said not only workers earning less than N30, 000 would benefit from the new wage law but all categories of workers would eventually benefit from the new salary scale that would be done to reflect the new law Ozo-Eson who made this known on Friday, May 3, said the new minimum wage law it has ripple effects on other categories of workers who are currently earning above the minimum wage, because there is the need to maintain vertical relativity of the salary table, The Guardian reports. He said: “Labour always argue that once a new minimum wage law comes into effect, it has ripple

Boeing 737 carrying 143 passengers falls into US river, 21 injured

- A Boeing 737 slid off a runway into a river in the United States - The plane was carrying 136 passengers and 7 crew members - No casualties was recorded but about 21 passengers sustained minor injuries Less than two months after the fatal crash of the Boeing 737 MAX 8 of the Ethopian Airline, a chartered Boeing 737-800 has reportedly slid off a runway into a shallow river in the United States. The plane, according to the police was arriving from Naval Station Guantanamo Bay in Cuba with 136 passengers and seven crew members, when it crashed into the St Johns river at the end of the runway at Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Florida, late night on Friday, May 3. No fatalities were recorded but about 21 of the passengers onboard sustained minor injuries when the plan slid off the runway. The Boeeing 737 carrying 143 people fell into the shallow river in Florida. Photo credit: Jacksonvill Sherrif's office Source: UGC READ ALSO: N30,000 new minimum wage will affect all work

I am hurt but I don’t want Churchill back except maybe to kill him which I don’t want to do - Tonto Dikeh rants on

- Tonto Dikeh says noone should talk her into stopping her rants about her ex-husband - The actress claims she is hurt from the relationship but does not want her ex back in her life otherwise she might end up killing him which she does not want to do - The mother of one also claims she does not want to share her son with his father who cannot afford child support which is what she really want Nollywood actress is not done yet with her estranged husband ranting about what went wrong in her collapsed marriage. On Saturday, May 4, she took to her Instagram page to tell people not to talk to her about healing and moving on with her life after the broken marriage. King Tonto as she loved to be referred to pen a note amidst the drama between herself and her ex-husband, Olakunle Churchill. PAY ATTENTION: Install our latest app for Android and read the best news about Nigeria I am hurt but I don’t want Churchill back, he cannot see our son - Tonto Dikeh Source: Instagram The actre

Cabal denied access to president as Buhari’s decision on new ministers revealed

- President Buhari has reportedly chosen to select his new ministers himself - The president instead chose a tough stance in selecting new ministers - A governor confirmed that the president has not approached them nor the party for names President Muhammadu Buhari has reportedly kept the selection of his choices for new ministers for his second term in office to himself. According to The Nation, some members of the inner power circle popularly known as ‘Cabal’ went to London to meet with the president but were denied access based on strict orders from him. READ ALSO: Bandits running away from Zamfara to Kaduna, Kano to escape from Army - Buratai It was reported that unlike his first term in office, the president has not asked governors-elect or chieftains of the All Progressives Congress for names as he has adopted a tough approach this time. A top source said: “It seems Buhari has realised that there are some deadwoods in his cabinet which he ought to offload. “He is keeping

Nigerian-born Premier League prospect blinded after being poured dangerous substance

- Tega Agberhiere has spoken from his hospital bed since he was poured a harsh chemical substance - The 17-year-old and two other of his friends were assaulted by unknown persons living him battling for his eyesight - Agberhiere was a former Tottenham and Crystal Palace academy star and has played for the Irish U-15 and 16 teams Tega Agberhiere has spoken out after suffering a life altering facial injuries following a horrible acid attack. The 17-year-old was left fighting for his eyesight after he was targeted in an attack in Ireland in the past week. Agberhiere, who played in Tottenham and Crystal Palace academy, went out with two of his friends, one being a footballer called Padraig Sullivan, when he was singled out. READ ALSO: Juventus v Torino: Ronaldo scores late goal to salvage a 1-1 with Torino After the attack, Agberhiere was left blinded initially but his vision is expected to return to normal. He also suffered severe burns to his face, eyes and thighs - which led

Man set to wed dies few hours before wedding, family mourns (photos)

- Nigerian man set to wed on May 4, found dead - Reports claim that the deceased, Yahaya Abdul, died mysteriously few hours before his wedding ceremony - The deceased was a well-known mechanic in Kogi before his demise Reports reaching Legit.ng state that Nigerian man identified as Yahaya Abdul has died mysteriously in Kogi state. The deceased who worked as a auto-repair technician (mechanic) was reportedly set to walk down the aisle on May 4, but was found dead few hours before the ceremony, in his home. Reports reveal that the family members are currently in mourning and all wedding plans have been cancelled for obvious reasons. READ ALSO : Nollywood actress Etinosa confirms Regina Daniels is pregnant The cause of the death is yet to be confirmed but Abdul was known to be a hardworking fella who was well-known in the area of Omeda, located in Kogi state, where the deceased lived. His brother, Baba Hassan Yusuf, shared the heart-breaking news on Facebook, where he also shared

Nollywood actress Genevieve Nnaji shares baby photo to celebrate her 40th birthday

Nollywood actress Genevieve Nnaji joins the 40 club! On Saturday, May 4, the richest and one of the biggest exportable script interpreter in Nigeria turns 40. In celebrating the milestone age, Genny as she is fondly called shared a throw back photo of herself as a baby looking into the future for what it holds for her. The actress who has shown her worth in Nollywood industry has many celebrities wishing her well on her attaining the new age. PAY ATTENTION: Install our latest app for Android and read the best news about Nigeria Among the celebs greeting her was her closest industry rival, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde who wrote in the comment section: "Happy birthday Babe , LLNP " Other celebrities too send her good wills on her special day. See their wishes below: Big Brother Naija host Ebuka wrote: "Happy ruby anniversary" Cee-cee wrote: " Happy Birthday" Ghanaian actress Yvonne Nelson declares May 4, Genevieve's day: "Q U E E N ‘s day&

How workers will benefit from minimum wage - Labour

- There is hope for all workers across Nigeria to benefit from the N30, 000 new minimum wage recently signed into law - General secretary of NLC, Peter Ozo-Eson, said the law has ripple effects on other categories of workers who are currently earning above the minimum wage - Ozo-Eson disclosed that employers that employ less than 25 people are exempted from the law General secretary of NLC, Peter Ozo-Eson, said not only workers earning less than N30, 000 would benefit from the new wage law but all categories of workers would eventually benefit from the new salary scale that would be done to reflect the new law Ozo-Eson who made this known on Friday, May 3, said the new minimum wage law it has ripple effects on other categories of workers who are currently earning above the minimum wage, because there is the need to maintain vertical relativity of the salary table, The Guardian reports. He said: “Labour always argue that once a new minimum wage law comes into effect, it has ripple

Pep Guardiola reveals the ‘most difficult’ league rival he faced as a football manager

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has revealed that Jurgen Klopp tutored-side Liverpool are the 'most difficult' rival he has faced in the league all his career. According to Sky Sports, the Premier League defending champions are involved in one of the toughest title race in recent season with Liverpool, as they lead the log with one point with two games to the end of the campaign. At the last count, the ex-Barcelona and Bayern Munich manager has claimed about eight league titles in his managerial career so far, but insists Liverpool have been the most loyal and committed rival after playing the likes of Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid while at Bundesliga and La Liga. READ ALSO: Cristiano Ronaldo won’t rule out coaching job after retiring from football "In the league, yes, it is the most difficult one for sure. Every league you win is so nice and it is always difficult, but this one especially so," Guardiola was quoted as saying on Sky Sports News. "And

BBNaija 2018 star Angel shares official first photo with his Canadian wife

- Big Brother Naija star Angel marries his Canadian girlfriend on April 30, 2019 - It was a quiet wedding ceremony that many did not hear about until photos of their signing the dotted lines at the registry came online - On Saturday, May 4, Angel formally presents his wife to the world Former Big Brother Naija 2018 housemate, Ifiemi Angel Awotarigha, has shared an official and adorable photo of his newly wedded Canadian wife, Felicia. The actor legally married his Canadian model girlfriend, Felicia, recently in a registry in Port Harcourt, Rivers state in a quiet wedding ceremony on Tuesday, April 30, 2019. Photos of the couple signing the dotted lines and sharing their first kiss as husband and wife trended online recently. On Saturday, May 4, Angel took to his Instagram page to officially present his lovely wife. The couple were dressed in the traditional outfit of Rivers state and they look lovely together. PAY ATTENTION: Install our latest app for Android and read the best

We'll continue to support Nigeria in fight against Boko Haram, other insecurities - UK

- The United Kingdom has once again announced its support for Nigeria's fight against insurgency - The United Kingdom Foreign Secretary, Jeremy Hunt, said the country is strongly behind Nigeria - Hunt said the UK will continue to support Nigeria in the fight to give people secure, prosperous and happy lives The United Kingdom has assured Nigeria of its continuous support in the fight against Boko Haram, banditry, kidnapping and other insecurities in the country. The United Kingdom Foreign Secretary, Jeremy Hunt, made this statement at the World Food Programme (WFP), warehouse in Maiduguri, Borno state. Vanguard reports that Hunt said the UK government has repeatedly called for the release of all those abducted by Boko Haram and Islamic State in West Africa. READ ALSO: Police to probe arrest, alleged molestation of women in Abuja He said: “People are being forced from their homes by the evils of extremism and terrorism. Boko Haram and Islamic State are the antithesis of the

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Ronaldo scores 21st goal of the season Juventus' draw against Torino in Turin derby

- Juventus vs Torino played out a 1-1 draw in the Turin derby played at the Allianz Stadium - Sasa Lukic opened the scoring for the away side but Ronaldo equalized in the 84th minute - Ronaldo has now scored 21 goals in 29 Serie A matches as well as 28 in all competitions Juventus vs Torino ended in a 1-1 draw in a Serie A match played at the Allianz Stadium. Torino who had not beaten their city rivals in 25 years in the Turin derby started on the front foot as they took the lead through Sasa Lukic in the 18th minute. The Serbian international capitalized on a defensive blunder a he muscled his way past Miralem Pjanic to shoot past Wojciech Szczesny to make it 1-0. READ ALSO: Alexandre Lacazette wins UEL player of the week, Arsenal's 2018-19 best player Walter Mazzarri's side were on course for a place in Europe next season as they kept a one-goal lead going into the break. Cristiano Ronaldo put a brilliant over-head pass to Blaise Matuidi, but the Frenchman's sh

Real Madrid ‘seal' £51m signing of Frankfurt star to crush Chelsea’s hope

- Real Madrid ‘agree' £51m deal to sign of Frankfurt star Luka Jovic linked with Chelsea - The 21-year-old Serbian wonderkid joined the German club on a permanent deal last month from Benfica - Jovic has netted 26 times across all competitions this campaign Real Madrid have reportedly reached an agreement to sign £51m-rated wonder-kid Luka Jovic from Eintracht Frankfurt in the summer. According to UK Sun citing Spanish newspaper AS, the move is a major blow to Chelsea, who were believed to be targeting a move for the Bundesliga youngster. A further breakdown of the deal revealed that Jovic’s former employers, Benfica will pocket £10m which is the 20 per cent sell-on clause in his contract, with Eintracht Frankfurt keeping £41m. READ ALSO: Messi faces ban for 'punching' Fabinho ahead of UCL clash as Liverpool fans sign petition Interestingly, the 21-year-old, who is expected to pen a six-year contract at the Santiago Bernabeu only joined the German club in April fo

I am hurt but I don’t want Churchill back except maybe to kill him which I don’t want to do - Tonto Dikeh rants on

- Tonto Dikeh says noone should talk her into stopping her rants about her ex-husband - The actress claims she is hurt from the relationship but does not want her ex back in her life otherwise she might end up killing him which she does not want to do - The mother of one also claims she does not want to share her son with his father who cannot afford child support which is what she really want Nollywood actress is not done yet with her estranged husband ranting about what went wrong in her collapsed marriage. On Saturday, May 4, she took to her Instagram page to tell people not to talk to her about healing and moving on with her life after the broken marriage. King Tonto as she loved to be referred to pen a note amidst the drama between herself and her ex-husband, Olakunle Churchill. PAY ATTENTION: Install our latest app for Android and read the best news about Nigeria I am hurt but I don’t want Churchill back, he cannot see our son - Tonto Dikeh Source: Instagram The actre

Celebrities lead solidarity walk for end to banditry, kidnappings in Nigeria

Veteran Nollywood actor, Larry Koldsweat, on Friday, May 3, led other Nigerian celebrities on a solidarity walk to call for an end to banditry and kidnappings in north western part of the country. The celebrities under the auspices of Human Rights Monitoring Group, called on the world to take notice that high ranking politicians such as governors,former governors, ministers, traditional rulers from Zamfara state are behind the resurgence of killings in the north west. Addressing journalists at a rally which held from the Unity Fountain to the presidential villa, Abuja, Koldsweat urged Nigerians to rise up against politicians that are sponsoring these killings all over Zamfara State with a firm demand that they stop it now. Koldsweat said what the perpetrators of these crimes are banking on is that they have gotten away with their evil in some places and they can therefore spread their deadly merchandise to other parts of Nigeria. READ ALSO: Bandits running away from Zamfara to Ka

Police to probe officers over alleged molestation of women arrested in Abuja

- There were allegations that officials of the Nigeria Police Force in Abuja abused vulnerable women arrested at night clubs in the city - The officers allegedly abused the women in exchange for the freedom from police jail - The police has vowed to investigate allegations against its officers The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has pledged to mete out stiff penalties on any officer found guilty of the alleged harassment and molestation of women at the Caramelo Night Club raid in Abuja. The command, in a press statement on Friday by ASP Danjuma Tanimu, said a high powered team has been constituted to investigate the veracity of the allegations. He assured the public of the police’s `zero tolerance for unprofessional disregard to human rights’, noting that ‘as a responsible corporate citizen, the Command views the allegations seriously’’. Tanimu said investigations was already on in the allegations of abuse, severe beating, extortion and maltreatment of some of the women

Army chief cries out, claims bandits relocating to Kaduna, Kano, Niger to escape

- The Army chief, Tukur Buratai, has warned the public on the influx of bandits into states like Kaduna, Kano, Niger - Buratai claimed that the bandits are running away from Zamfara state where they operated in the past - The Army boss said the bandits are leaving Zamfara for other states due to the military operations against them The Chief of Army Staff, Lt-Gen Tukur Buratai, has cried about about the influx of bandits into states like Kaduna, Kano and Niger after fleeing Zamfara, Katsina. Buratai, who spoke at a press conference at the Army Headquarters, Abuja, on the 'Reorganisation of Exercise Harbin Kunama III', claimed that the bandits are fleeing from Zamfara into this other states. Sahara Reporters reports that the Army chief said the bandits are fleeing because of the successes recorded by the army in combating the criminals in states like Zamfara and Katsina. READ ALSO: Buhari should be barred from foreign trips because of insecurity - Falana Buratai also an

Former Eagles shot-stopper hit with stroke, reportedly paralysed

Peter Fregene, former Green Eagles goalkeeper, has been been hit with stroke at the age of 71. Fregene who is understood to be bed ridden, was Nigeria's goalkeeper in the late 1960's, all through the 1970's and the early 1980's. READ ALSO: Qatar finally unveils stadium that has shape of a female private part According to a Twitter user called Azuka Chiemeka, the former Stationery Stores shot-stopper needs urgent financial support to help him get the require medical attention. READ ALSO: NAIJ.com upgrades to Legit.ng The Delta state born footballer was a member of the Nigerian team that participated at the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City. Fregene was also a member of the Green Eagles squad that defended the 1980 Nations Cup two years later in Libya. PAY ATTENTION: Install Pitch Football App for FREE to get the latest football News & Scores Meanwhile, Legit.ng had earlier reported that Nigerian business mogul Femi Otedola has handed the sum of $50,000 to f

When he was donating money to APC he wasn't Cameroonian - Atiku's spokesperson

- Atiku Abubakar has again condemned the claim by APC that he is not a Nigerian - The PDP presidential candidate for the 2019 general election said the ruling APC is full og hypocrites - Atiku said the APC rather than providing evidence to support Buhari’s supposed victory at the poll are busy chasing trivialities to hoodwink innocent Nigerians The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has described the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as the home to hypocrites who speak from both sides of the mouth. Atiku said the APC rather than providing evidence to support Buhari’s supposed victory at the poll are busy chasing trivialities to hoodwink innocent Nigerians. Vanguard reports that Atiku's spokesperson, Kassim Afegbua, in reaction to the claim that the PDP candidate is a Cameroonian said the APC is chasing shadow instead of substance in an election they massively rigged to profit themselves. “ Afegbua said: " At first, they sa

Top 10 countries with lowest minimum wage in 2019

The clamour for the increase in commitment towards the welfare of workers is not only in Nigeria. Workers around the world are always in constant demand for better work pay and conditions. According to Nomad Capitalist, the increase in minimum wage has been a battle since the 19th century even as most economists of the world do not agree on how an increase in minimum wage directly improves the economy. It is quite surprising to note that some countries with good economic growth rate still fall under the list of nations with very low minimum wage. READ ALSO: Minimum wage: Top 10 countries with highest minimum pay in the world in 2019 What is, however, of great interest is that Nigeria with its new N30,000 minimum wage , which most consider little in improving workers' welfare, does not make the top 10 countries with low minimum wage. According to Nomad Capitalist, here are therefore top 10 countries with the lowest minimum wage in the world: 1. Venezuela (below $24) 2. Pak

Yakubu Gowon reportedly slumps at a funeral in Delta

A former military head of state, General Yakubu Gowon, is said to have slumped during a funeral of late Major General David Akpodiete Ejoor in Delta state. Vanguard reports that Gowon slumped mid way during an oration at the grave side of late Major General David Akpodiete Ejoor, in Ovwor-Olomu Community, Ughelli south local government area of the state. It was gathered that following the mishap, military personnel present at the occasion made efforts to bar visual coverage of the incident as an ambulance was immediately in sight in front the special tent where it occurred. He was immediately rushed by some top echelons of the military into the special tenth for emergency resuscitation. Also the governor of Delta state, Ifeanyi Okowa and James Ibori, a former governor of the state were seen dashing into the tent. READ ALSO: Countries with highest minimum wage in the world in 2019 (see full list) Just as Governor Arthur Ifeanyi Okowa and Chief James Onanefe Ibori, former governor

Countries with highest minimum wage in the world in 2019 (see full list)

With the recently signed N30,000 minimum wage bill into law by President Muhammadu Buhari, followed by the gradual implementation of same by some state governors, Legit.ng gathers the list of countries in the world with the highest average wage for 2019. It is quite sad that Nigeria does not make the cut of 37 countries with better minimum workers' pay even though the implemented wage bill was widely celebrated. READ ALSO: N30,000 minimum wage: Reality dawns on Oyo governor-elect - APC says According to CEOWorld Magazine, Australia tops the list with an hourly minimum wage of $14.14 followed by Luxemborg which pays $13.14 per hour. New Zealand, France and Netherland follow the two first countries making the top 5 with $11.28, $11.24, and $11.01 respectively. Full list of countries with highest minimum wage in the world in 2019. Source: CEOWorld Magazine Source: UGC Full list of countries with highest minimum wage in the world in 2019. Source: CEOWorld Magazine Source:

Vigilante storm police station to retrieve and pass sentence on suspected bandits

- Yan sakai vigilante members have demanded for the death of some suspected bandits whom they apprehended - The vigilante members reportedly surrounded Dandume divisional police station in Dandume local government to make this demand - However, security personnel refused to hand over the suspended bandits to the vigilante members Over 1,000 Yan sakai vigilante members reportedly surrounded Dandume divisional police station in Dandume local government to demand for the release and execution of some suspected bandits, Daily trust reports. The vigilante group had earlier in the day apprehended 22 of the bandits who stormed Unguwar Madugu to purportedly carry out an attack on the village. This was said to have occurred before the arrival of security personnel READ ALSO: All Nigerians will feel impact of current administration - Minister According to the report, when the security personnel arrived, they retrieved the bandits from the vigilante. ”We are all aware that security person