Basit Jamiu
Politics & Current Affairs Journalist, @Legitngnews || 2024 Open Climate Fellow (West Africa) || MTN Media Fellow 2023 ||OCRP Fellow || Grantee @CJIDAfrica ||
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legit.ng | Basit Jamiu
A devastating flood in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State claimed the lives of 12 members of a single family, leaving only one survivor hospitalized The disaster, triggered by a torrential downpour on 29 May, submerged homes, displaced families, and left dozens of people feared dead or missing Rescue operations continued as emergency officials and volunteers worked tirelessly to recover bodies and provide shelter to those affected by the tragedy A devastating flood in Mokwa Local...
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legit.ng | Basit Jamiu
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) re-arraigned two executives of the Covenant Fadama Multi-purpose Cooperative Society on May 29, 2025, over allegations of conspiracy, fraud, and money laundering amounting to ₦178,885,000 The defendants, Secretary Okewole Dayo and Chairman Bishop Katung Jonas, allegedly lured unsuspecting investors into funding the cooperative, only for the money to be laundered and used to acquire properties Both pleaded not guilty, while the court...
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legit.ng | Basit Jamiu
Fuel pricing has shaped Nigeria’s economic landscape, impacting citizens across decadesFrom military to civilian administrations, each government navigated fluctuating petrol costs driven by policies and global market shiftsThis report examines the actual fuel prices under successive Nigerian presidents, from Shehu Shagari to Bola TinubuThe price of fuel has been a defining aspect of Nigeria’s economy, affecting transportation, industries, and household expenses.
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legit.ng | Basit Jamiu
Pastor Mark Miracle has revealed a prophecy about Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election, predicting that Natasha will emerge as a key political figure He stated that Natasha’s ongoing political engagement with Akpabio is paving the way for her future influence According to his vision, a youth leader will rise to prominence, gaining national and global recognition ahead of the election A Nigerian pastor, Mark Miracle, has predicted that Natasha will contest for president in the 2027 election,...
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legit.ng | Basit Jamiu
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has issued a rare public apology, admitting to "mistakes" and governance failures during his nearly four decades in power The unexpected admission comes amid growing scrutiny over political opposition and follows reports of alleged human rights violations linked to his administration With Uganda’s recent discovery of gold reserves and the approaching general elections, many remain skeptical of Museveni’s motives behind the apology Ugandan President Yoweri...
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