Renowned historian, Prof. Toyin Falola, on Wednesday said that the reign of Olubadan-designate, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, would pave way for modernisation of Ibadanland. Falola said this when he delivered the First Olubadan Coronation Lecture organised in honour of Ladoja, which had as its topic: “Ibadan History: Issues in Tradition and Modernity.” Ladoja will be…
A former Vice President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has stated that Yorubas as his in-laws will occupy a topmost place in his policy making and governance, if elected president in 2027. Atiku, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), also extolled the virtues of the Yoruba people, describing them as one of the finest species…
United States president Donald Trump has warned that Europe is in decline because of migration, telling leaders they need to close borders and deport migrants. Trump made this known while delivering his remarks at the United Nations General Assembly. “They’re being destroyed. Europe is in serious trouble. They’ve been invaded by a force of illegal…
Researchers from Aarhus University Hospital in Denmark have discovered that individuals who are underweight face nearly a threefold higher risk of dying compared with those who are overweight or even moderately obese, challenging long-held beliefs about body weight and health. A large Danish study has found that being slightly overweight—or even mildly obese—may not shorten…
The Convener of the Ife Book and Arts Festival and Curator of the Booksfeast Collective, Ayodele Ademiluyi, has filed a lawsuit against President Bola Tinubu, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, and several senior government officials over funds raised during Mrs Tinubu’s 65th birthday celebration for the completion of the abandoned National Library headquarters in Abuja. GISTSMATE…
Former Super Eagles player, Victor Ezeji, has been arrested by operatives of the Rivers State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) over alleged fraud involving the issuance of dud cheques worth N39.8 million and alleged threats to life. Ezeji and his wife, Mrs. Celestina Onyemaeche Ezeji, were reportedly on the run since July 2025 after allegedly purchasing…
Bandits, on Tuesday, launched a deadly attack on some villages in Patigi Local Government Area of Kwara State, killing a pregnant woman and others. Residents said the attackers abducted eight people and left several others injured. They said the bandits, who arrived in large numbers on motorcycles, stormed Motokun and Egboro communities, shooting sporadically and…
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old Almajiri teacher, Lawal Nasiru, for allegedly assaulting one of his pupils in the Darazo Local Government Area of the state. The victim, identified as 11-year-old Sa’id Sani, was reportedly tied with a heavy rope and beaten with a stick and thick cable, leaving him with multiple…
Nigerian singer and songwriter, Tiwatope Savage, popularly known as Tiwa Savage, has revealed that her 2021 leaked sex tape was circulated as part of a bet, describing the experience as one of the most painful moments of her life. The Afrobeats star also disclosed that she has remained celibate for the past three years. The…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that popular Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe, on Tuesday announced the death of her mother. The actress shared the sad news on Instagram with a candlelight image against a broken heart background, captioned: “R.I.P Mum.” The announcement drew a wave of condolence messages from colleagues, fans, and friends in the entertainment industry. Actress…