Hon. Tosin Alabi, Federal House of Representatives hopeful for Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal Constituency, has heartily congratulated the Government and people of Oyo State on the historic celebration of 50 years of statehood, describing the golden jubilee as a defining moment of pride, reflection, and renewed hope for the future. In his goodwill message, Hon. Alabi…
The Osun State Government, through the Ministry of Rural Development and Community Affairs, has organised a one-day training workshop for unconventional security groups across the state, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen community-based security and promote peaceful coexistence. ‎ ‎The workshop, held at the Local Government Service Commission Hall, Abere, brought together members of…
A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Tuesday ordered the remand of the Chairman of the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission (KANSIEC), Professor Sani Malumfashi, and three others in prison over their alleged involvement in a N1.02 billion fraud. Others remanded by the trial Judge, Justice James Omotosho included the Commission’s secretary, Anas Muhammed…
A 58-year-old school principal, Bashir Musa, has been arrested by police in Katsina State for the suspected theft of several school items, including computer monitors and solar panels. Musa was apprehended last Monday in Dutsi Local Government Area after the local police station received information about vandalism, breaking, and theft at the school laboratory. Police…
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday briefly stumbled during a ceremonial march-past organised for his reception at the parade ground in Türkiye. The incident occurred as the President joined the guard of honour, drawing momentary attention before the programme continued without disruption. Tinubu’s visit is aimed at consolidating the long-standing cordial relations between Nigeria and Türkiye,…
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has increased its ex-gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, from N699 to N799 per litre, effective immediately following the conclusion of the festive period. In a statement released on Monday, the refinery explained that the adjustment ends a temporary price support measure implemented during…
Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has struck out an ex-parte motion filed by the convicted leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, seeking his transfer from the Sokoto Correctional Facility. At Tuesday’s proceedings, Kanu’s legal representative, Demdoo Asan, a senior legal officer of the Legal Aid Council, informed…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that Super Eagles captain, Wilfred Ndidi, has lost his father, Sunday Ndidi, who died on Tuesday following a road accident. The retired military officer was reportedly involved in an accident in Umunede, Delta State, and was confirmed dead after being rushed to a hospital in Agbor, also in Delta State. Ndidi’s club,…
Many traders are currently protesting the Onitsha Main Market closure by the Anambra State government. On Tuesday, January 27, viral videos show the protesters as security officials enforce the market closure order by Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo. Eyewitnesses also confirmed that traders were seen staging a protest walk from the Main Market down to Upper…
The West African Examinations Council has released the timetable for the 2026 Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (CB-WASSCE) for Private Candidates, First Series. In a post obtained from its X handle on Tuesday, the timetable outlines the schedule of subjects, dates, and times for the examination, providing private candidates with the necessary information…
