Barau, Adeola, Ningi, Abiru – Senators Who Could Become Governors In 2027
The race for governorship tickets ahead of the 2027 general election is beginning to take…
Barau, Adeola, Ningi, Abiru – Senators Who Could Become Governors In 2027
The race for governorship tickets ahead of the 2027 general election is beginning to take shape, with several serving senators already positioning themselves as frontrunners in their states. The senators, many of whom wield significant political influence and control expansive grassroots structures, are expected to leverage their national visibility, deep pockets, and legislative records to…
BREAKING: Popular Lagos DPO, CSP Matilda, Reportedly Dies
The Lagos State Police Command is mourning the loss of one of its most admired officers, CSP Matilda Umiah Ngbaronye, who passed away yesterday during an operation at a hospital in Surulere, Lagos. Until her death, Ngbaronye was the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Festac Division, where she was known for her professionalism, compassion, and…
Ooni, Alaafin Reconcile In Lagos, Form Council For Yoruba UnityÂ
Leading Yoruba traditional rulers, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, met in Lagos on Friday in what has been described as a landmark reconciliation between the two ancient thrones. The meeting was convened by businessman and philanthropist Kessington Adebutu as part of activities marking his birthday…
Why I Married My Abusive Husband – Actress Ngozi Nwosu
Veteran actress Ngozi Nwosu has revealed why she married her late husband despite ‘red flags’ of physical violence. In an interview with Ayo Adesanya, Nwosu said despite her initial decision to call off the wedding, her elder sister begged her not to discontinue the marriage plans, urging her to endure the abuse, assuring that it’d…
VIDEO: Aisha Wahab Freed After Family Raises N20 Million Ransom
Aisha Wahab, who was abducted by gunmen in Auchi, Edo State on October 18, has regained freedom after her family and supporters raised the N20 million ransom. Activist Harrison Gwamnishu launched a social media fundraiser to secure her release, leading to her return on October 24. The development has drawn relief and celebration online as…
Governors Hail CBN’s Stabilisation Efforts, Pledge Support For Monetary ReformsÂ
Governors of the 36 states of the federation have expressed their support for ongoing efforts by the Federal Government, through the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), to restore price stability and strengthen confidence in the nation’s economy. The governors made this known after a briefing on the issue by the Deputy Governor (Economic Policy) of…
‘Tell Nigerians The Truth About Coup Plot’ – ADC Challenges Tinubu Over Military Shake-Up
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has demanded that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu explain the real reasons behind the sudden removal of Nigeria’s service chiefs, saying the move has sparked concerns about transparency and stability within government. In a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party noted that while the President has…
Six Youth Corps Members Sue Anambra Govt For N1 Billion Over Assault
Six members of the National Youth Service Corps have sued the Anambra State Government, demanding N1bn in damages over their alleged assault and unlawful detention by operatives of the state vigilante group, Agunechemba. The corps members — Jennifer Elohor, Greatness Oyeh, Eze Ikenna, Anighoro Godspower, Feyisara Amore, and Chimenum Wonodi — filed the suit before…
FLASH: Student Arrested ‘For Criticizing Niger Governor’
Abubakar Isah Mokwa, a postgraduate student at Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, has been arrested for allegedly criticizing Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger State. Mokwa, who is of the Department of Agricultural Economy and Extension, was reportedly arrested by the police at an off-campus lodge in Lapai, on Thursday. The student had earlier taken to…
BREAKING: Oyo Catholic Bishop Emeritus, Julius Adelakun, Dies At 91
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that Bishop Emeritus of the Catholic Diocese of Oyo, Most Rev. Julius Adelakun, is dead. A statement on Saturday by the Bishop of Oyo Catholic Archdiocese, Most Rev. Emmanuel Badejo, indicated that Adelakun died on Friday at the age of 91 years. Adelakun served as Bishop of Oyo for 36 years from…
