The Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) has intensified attacks on Christian communities in northeastern Nigeria. The terrorist group recently set ablaze a Christian village in Adamawa State, according to security analyst Brant Philip, who shared details on Thursday in a viral video released by the militants. “ISWAP released an image of one of the…
Eight people have been confirmed dead in a fatal crash involving an 18-seater Mazda bus marked APP 943 XP and a Volvo truck at NASFAT turn along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. GISTSMATE MEDIA gathered that 21 occupants of the passenger bus were involved in the accident, which occurred at about 3:00 p.m. According to an eyewitness,…
Nigeria has been thrown into mourning following the death of a serving senator, Godiya Akwashiki, who represented Nasarawa North Senatorial District on the platform of the Social Democratic Party (SDP). Akwashiki reportedly died at the age of 52 after a protracted illness. A family source, who confirmed the development to the News Agency of Nigeria…
The Yobe State Hisbah Commission has warned against private conversations under the pretext of chatting between men and women, especially in ways that Sharia law does not approve. Hisbah said such activities are deemed contrary to the Sharia law, particularly during festive occasions. This was made known in a statement on Wednesday by the office…
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has released his prophecies for 2026, describing the year as one of victories, breakthroughs and remarkable opportunities. The prophecies, unveiled during the church’s Crossover Service at the new three-kilometre by three-kilometre auditorium in Simawa, Ogun State, were presented under three…
As Nigerians at home and abroad welcome the New Year 2026, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the citizens, describing 2026 as the beginning of a more robust phase of economic growth. The President said this in a goodwill message to Nigerians that he personally signed, and shared by his Special on Information and Strategy,…
As the New Year dawns, Hon. Sulaimon Musa Olalekan, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Community Engagement, has extended warm New Year greetings to the good people of Osun State, urging them to embrace hope, unity, and renewed commitment to collective progress. ‎ ‎In his New Year message, Hon. Sulaimon described the new…
The Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Students Engagement, Hon. Asefon Sunday has hailed Nigerian students as the driving force of innovation, and national development. In his new year message, Asefon said President Bola Tinubu’s administration is fully committed to delivering on its promises, bringing more opportunities to students and Nigerians as a…
British Nigerian boxer, Anthony Joshua, who was involved in an accident that claimed the lives of his two associates on Lagos -Ibadan expressway on Monday has been discharged from hospital where he has been on admission for treatment. The Lagos and Ogun state governments in a jointly signed statement said Joshua was released from…
Choosing the best country to live and work in has become more important than ever as people seek better job opportunities, quality of life, safety, and long-term stability. In 2026, countries that combine strong economies, worker-friendly policies, good healthcare and welcoming immigration systems stand out as top destinations for professionals and families alike. The countries…