January 2026

CCII Award Presentation: ILAJI Declares Support For OTOPE’s 2027 Federal Rep Ambition

GISTSMATE MEDIA2 weeks ago03 mins

Following the prestigious Icon of Ibadan Heritage Award presentation by the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII), renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist, Chief (Engr.) Jubril Dotun Sanusi (ILAJI), Okanlomo Oodua, has declared Hon. Ezekiel Temitope Oladimeji (OTOPE) as his preferred candidate for the Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency House of Representatives seat in 2027. The declaration, which came…

FLASH: FG Speaks On Siting Gold Refinery In Lagos

GISTSMATE MEDIA2 weeks ago03 mins

The Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development has dismissed claims by the Northern Elders Forum (NEF) that the Federal Government sited a gold refinery in Lagos in violation of the federal character principle. It said the allegations contained in a statement signed by the Northern Elders Forum (NEF) spokesperson, Prof. Abubakar Jiddere, were not true…

Missing Police Officer, Four Others Escape From Abductors’ Den

GISTSMATE MEDIA2 weeks ago02 mins

A police inspector earlier reported missing, Aliyu Ibrahim, and four villagers have escaped from their abductors in Zamfara State, the police have confirmed. Sources told Zagazola Makama that the victims fled from the kidnappers’ den and made their way to safety, with the inspector currently receiving medical attention at a military facility in Farin Kasa…

BREAKING: Senegal Defeat Morocco To Win AFCON 2025

GISTSMATE MEDIA2 weeks ago02 mins

Senegal have won the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 following a dramatic 1-0 extra-time victory over host Morocco at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium on Sunday. The match in Rabat was marked by high tension, a missed penalty, and a stunning extra-time goal from Pape Gueye. The game ended 0-0 after 90 minutes of…

BREAKING: Gunmen Kidnap Tinubu’s Campaign Group Director General

GISTSMATE MEDIA2 weeks ago03 mins

Suspected gunmen have abducted a Chieftain of the All Progressive Congress in Ondo state and the Director General of a support group for President Bola Tinubu, Asiwaju Media Team, Prince Emorioloye Owoloemi. Sources said that the victim was kidnapped at about 9 am along the Okonga/Olodo Junction in Igbokoda, Ilaje council area of the state….

AFCON: I Was Anxious – Ghanaian Referee Speak On Morocco-Nigeria Semi-final

GISTSMATE MEDIA2 weeks ago02 mins

Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea has admitted he felt nervous ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON semi-final clash between hosts Morocco and Nigeria. Laryea made the disclosure while speaking to reporters after his arrival at Accra Airport, where he also dismissed claims that he favoured the host nation during the encounter. The tightly…

2027: Suspend Ambition, Tinubu Will Be Re-elected – Anambra Prophet Tells Peter Obi, Others

GISTSMATE MEDIA2 weeks ago03 mins

A notable Anambra-based Prophet, Dr Ramas Okoye Asuzu, has urged intended presidential aspirants of the African Democratic Party (ADC) and other Nigerians aspiring to unseat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general election to suspend their ambitions. Asuzu stated this while briefing journalists at his residence in Nri community in Aniocha local government…

Suspected Hoodlums Kill Top NURTW Boss In Osogbo, Police Begin Probe

GISTSMATE MEDIA2 weeks ago03 mins

There was tension in some motor parks within Osogbo metropolis on Sunday, following the reported killing of a former unit chairman of National Union of Road Transport Workers, Kazeem Oyewole in Osogbo by some yet to be identified hoodlums. After the killing which reportedly occurred in the afternoon, some people believed to be friends of…

Food Prices Crash Further As Residents Call For Sustainability

GISTSMATE MEDIA2 weeks ago06 mins

Latest food inflation statistics released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) showed that Nigeria’s food inflation rate dropped in December 2025. Prices of some food items have further dropped across markets in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, as residents welcomed the development. A market survey conducted by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)…

Gas Safety Guidelines Issued For Households

GISTSMATE MEDIA2 weeks ago01 mins

Safety advocates have advised households and food vendors to adopt proper gas cylinder handling practices to prevent accidents and ensure safe usage in homes and business environments. According to safety guidelines, gas cylinders should always be kept in an upright position to maintain stability and reduce pressure-related risks. Proper ventilation is also strongly recommended, as…

BREAKING: Former Justice Minister Sentenced To Life Imprisonment For Corruption

JUST-IN: Ghana Suspends Citizenship Process For People Of African Descent

Newborn Baby Found Abandoned Inside Bag With Note In Anambra

Pastor Chris Okafor: Court Approves Social Media Service On VDM, Kelvin Emmanuel

Even With 10m Votes, Obi Couldn’t Have Won 2023 Election — Lai Mohammed

Court Remands Nine Suspects Over Yelwata Killings In Kuje Prison

CCII Award Presentation: ILAJI Declares Support For OTOPE’s 2027 Federal Rep Ambition

FLASH: FG Speaks On Siting Gold Refinery In Lagos

Missing Police Officer, Four Others Escape From Abductors’ Den

BREAKING: Senegal Defeat Morocco To Win AFCON 2025

BREAKING: Gunmen Kidnap Tinubu’s Campaign Group Director General

AFCON: I Was Anxious – Ghanaian Referee Speak On Morocco-Nigeria Semi-final

2027: Suspend Ambition, Tinubu Will Be Re-elected – Anambra Prophet Tells Peter Obi, Others

Suspected Hoodlums Kill Top NURTW Boss In Osogbo, Police Begin Probe

Food Prices Crash Further As Residents Call For Sustainability

Gas Safety Guidelines Issued For Households