The Nigerian gospel film industry is mourning the loss of one of its prominent figures, Moses Korede Are, popularly known as “Baba Gbenro” from the popular Mount Zion series Abattoir. The actor’s death was announced by his colleague, Oluwaseun Adejumobi, who shared the sad news on his verified Instagram account on Thursday. Adejumobi wrote, “Heaven’s…
The Nigerian presidency has dismissed former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s recent criticisms of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, saying it won’t dignify him with a response. This comes after Atiku advised President Tinubu to focus on governance rather than attacking political opponents. In a statement by his Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku said…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that the federal government has unveiled a proposed budget of N47.9 trillion for the 2025 fiscal year. Atiku Bagudu, Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, disclosed this to journalists on Thursday following the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting chaired by President Bola Tinubu. Bagudu revealed that the council had approved the Medium-Term…
The family of late Ondo State Governor Rotimi Akeredolu has endorsed Otunba Bamidele Akingboye, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate, for the November 16 governorship election. The announcement was made in conjunction with the ASEI Human Rights of Nigeria, a human rights group. Oluwafemi Akeredolu, the late governor’s younger brother, said it is important to…
The Federal Government on Thursday, November 14, announced that it had secured a $134 million loan from the African Development Bank (AfDB). According to the chief information officer for the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, Anthonia Eremah, the loan will be channelled into helping farmers boost their seeds and grain across the country. In…
The Federal Government is poised to earn more revenue from the oil and gas sector as the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd, in collaboration with stakeholders, has increased crude oil production to 1.8 million barrels per day. The achievement was announced by the Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari, during a meeting held at the…
Donald Trump’s US election victory – and billionaire Elon Musk’s role in helping to get him elected – has sent many users of Mr Musk’s social networking service X, formerly known as Twitter, leaving for alternatives. One of the key beneficiaries of the exodus has been Bluesky, which rocketed to the No. 1 spot on…
President Bola Tinubu reiterated yesterday that his vision to strengthen Nigeria’s economy is progressing as planned. He made the statement through the National Security Adviser (NSA) at the opening of the 24th Comptroller-General of Customs Conference in Abuja. “When I assumed office last year, I set out with a clear and unwavering vision – to…
Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman has been named among the nominees for the 2024 Best Men’s Player award, part of the annual Globe Soccer Awards hosted by the Dubai Sports Council. The Globe Soccer Awards made the announcement on Thursday via X. The former Leicester City and RB Leipzig star, now excelling with Atalanta in Serie…
The body of the late Chief of Army Staff Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja has arrived at the Nigerian Air Force wing of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. The body was received by soldiers of the Guards Brigade, who are set to pay their last respects to Lagbaja. It arrived at exactly 9 am….