The leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement in Gobirawa Ward, Dala Local Government Area of Kano State, Alhaji Amadu Danfulani, has defected to the All Progressives Congress, APC. Danfulani announced his defection on Tuesday at the APC state headquarters in Kano, citing disappointment with the Kwankwasiyya Movement and its leader, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. He also…
Kogi State has been thrown into mourning after a tragic boat mishap on the River Niger claimed no fewer than 20 lives. The ill-fated boat, packed with traders and community members from Onugwa in Ibaji Local Government Area, was heading to Ilushi Market in Edo State on Tuesday evening when it capsized midway. Eyewitnesses said…
In the world of politics and humanitarian service, some women stand tall as beacons of light, embodying grace, resilience, and compassion. One such remarkable figure is Her Excellency, Chief (Mrs.) Olayinka Mutiat Ladoja, fondly called Ayaba. Today, October 1st, marks a significant milestone in her inspiring journey, her 70th birthday anniversary. Joining the chorus of…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of three new Heads of Agencies. Bello Bawa Bwari (Niger State) has been appointed as the new Director-General in the National Biosafety Management Agency for an initial term of four years, effective from September 18, 2025. Tinubu also appointed Hon. Barr. Aminu Junaidu (Zamfara…
The Federal Government has said the Dangote Group will redeploy staff earlier disengaged from its refinery operations, following the resolution of its dispute with the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria. The FG also announced that the redeployed staff will not suffer any loss of pay due to the redeployment. The Minister…
President Bola Tinubu says he is erecting a solid economic foundation for Nigerians. Presenting his scorecard on the anniversary of the countryās independence, the president said he āinherited a near-collapsed economy caused by decades of fiscal policy distortions and misalignment that had impaired real growthā. The president said the nationās currency is stronger, the stock…
Lagos State Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mobolaji Ogunlende, has explained the rationale behind the appointment of popular content creator, Ayomiposi Oluwadahunsi, known as Mandy Kiss, as an ambassador for the Lagos State Kicks Against Drug Abuse initiative. GISTSMATE MEDIA reported earlier that Ogunlende, in a viral video on Tuesday, conferred the ambassadorship on…
The Ogun State Government has suspended indefinitely the principals of Ilugun High School, Elega, Mrs Olukoga Adeyemi Alaba (Junior) and Mrs Ladipo Olabisi Temitope (Senior), following the death of a suspected student. Reacting to a viral video showing students vandalising school property on Tuesday, the Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Abayomi Arigbabu, stated…
A 63-year-old pastor, Luke Eze, has been remanded in prison custody for allegedly raping two sisters, aged 16 and 19, during a purported deliverance session in Enugu State. The state Police spokesperson, SP Daniel Ndukwe, said in a statement on Tuesday. Ndukwe explained that the incident occurred on September 7, 2025, at Ezeās church, City…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has announced the death of five operatives in September 2025 after they were struck by motorists while on duty. Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed directed the immediate prosecution of all drivers responsible, emphasising that such actions would serve as a deterrent against future incidents. The fatal accidents occurred across different…