The Independent National Electoral Commission has commended the National Election Board of Ethiopia for choosing Nigeria as the destination for its electoral study tour. Acting INEC chair May Agbamuche-Mbu expressed her appreciation during a farewell dinner in Abuja, describing the week-long engagement as mutually beneficial. “We hope all you have learnt here will contribute positively…
Internet sensational, Ushie Rita Uguamaye popularly known as Corper Raye has celebrated a major milestone just months after completing her NYSC program, splashing millions of naira on her first car – a sleek Mercedes-Benz CLA. Sharing photos of her new ride on social media, the influencer expressed heartfelt gratitude to God for the achievement. She…
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has confirmed that the Certificate of National Service held by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, is genuine. According to the organisation, Mr Tunji-Ojo was initially mobilised for service in 2006 but did not complete the programme at the time. He later resurfaced in 2018, was remobilised in 2019,…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched an investigation into two travellers, Mamud Nasidi and Yahaya Nasidi, who were arrested for allegedly failing to declare $6,180 and £53,415 found in their possession at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, Lagos. According to a statement by the Commission, operatives of the Federal Airports…
Today, October 11th, the world unites once again to celebrate the International Day of the Girl Child — a day dedicated to amplifying the voices of girls, advancing their rights, and securing their place as equal contributors in shaping a brighter future. This year’s global theme, “Invest in Girls’ Rights: Our Leadership, Our Well-being” (UNICEF),…
Controversial social media influencer Ayomiposi Oluwadahunsi popularly known as Mandy Kiss, has alleged there were plans to drag her to a psychiatric hospital. She claimed that some individuals plan to take her to a psychiatric hospital, which she doesn’t think is justified. Mandy Kiss insisted she’s mentally stable and only creates content to earn a…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that President Bola Tinubu will be jetting our of the country on Sunday for Rome, the capital of Italy. In a press release by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information, Tinubu will be departing Abuja for Rome to attend AQABA Process meeting. STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU DEPARTS…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that a Nigerian woman has shared a video on X showing her lips severely swollen after reportedly applying a product known as Kayamata lip gloss. The product, marketed across West Africa as an aphrodisiac, reportedly contains unregulated herbal ingredients. The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has previously…
The aircraft conveying Nigeria’s Super Eagles from South Africa to Uyo for their final World Cup qualifier against the Benin Republic made an emergency landing in Luanda, Angola, on Saturday after developing a technical fault mid-air. The ValueJet aircraft, which initially stopped in Luanda to refuel, reportedly turned back about 25 minutes after takeoff when…
President Bola Tinubu granted clemency to 175 convicts and former convicts, including notable figures such as the late Major General Mamman Vatsa, Major Akubo, Professor Magaji Garba, Maryam Sanda, Ken Saro-Wiwa, and the other members of the Ogoni Eight. According to a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo…