The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched an investigation into 79 suspected Ponzi schemes across Nigeria, warning that those found culpable will face severe legal consequences, including prosecution under the Investment and Securities Act (ISA). The Commission said it will announce the outcomes of its investigations into the 79 suspected schemes, including FF Tiffany,…
Federal Capital Territory FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has challenged the Senator representing the Territory, Ms Ireti Kingibe to go to the satellite towns and campaign against his service in the President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet if indeed, she was sure of her political credentials. Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the FCT…
The Mayor of London, Rt. Hon. Dr. Sadiq Khan, on Sunday evening arrived in Lagos for a visit aimed at strengthening ties and exploring investment opportunities. The arrival of the mayor was confirmed at the international wing of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, at about 6:30 p.m., accompanied by his aides. After completing airport…
The remains of Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, have been buried in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State. The janaza (Islamic funeral prayer) was conducted at approximately 4:50 pm on Tuesday before his body was lowered into the grave in accordance with Islamic rites. Buhari’s body had earlier arrived in Katsina from London aboard a…
The federal government says it is engaging relevant authorities in the United States and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to resolve recent visa policy changes affecting Nigerian citizens. On July 8, the US recently implemented a new visa policy for Nigerians limiting the validity of most non-immigrant, non-diplomatic visas, such as tourist, business, and student…
Garba Shehu, a former aide to late President Muhammadu Buhari, has said that his deceased boss would have welcomed the controversial EndSARS protest if it was not hijacked by subversive elements. Shehu stated this on Tuesday while fielding questions on Arise Television’s Morning Show programme. GISTSMATE MEDIA reported that Buhari died at the age of…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that the remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari have arrived in Katsina State. Mr Buhari’s remains arrived at the Katsina airport, at about 2:07 p.m., shortly after President Tinubu touched down at the same place. The body was accompanied by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Chief of Staff to President Tinubu, Femi Gbajabiamila,…
A chieftain of the New Nigerian Peoples Party, NNPP, Buba Galadima, has explained how some northern group recruited late President Muhammadu Buhari into Nigerian politics. The NNPP chieftain disclosed this on Tuesday while fielding questions on Arise Television’s Morning Show programme. Galadima specifically stated that the late Buhari was brought into politics because the Oduduwa…
Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his Ogun State counterpart, Dapo Abiodun, alongside the President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote have arrived in Katsina. Others who arrived at the Musa Yar’Adua Airport alongside the trio, ahead of the burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari, were the former Minister of Information, Lai Muhammed, among others….
Former Presidential spokesman, Femi Adesina, has said ex-President Muhammadu Buhari may have not survived his health challenges if he had relied solely on Nigerian hospitals for treatment. Adesina made the statement on Tuesday during a special live coverage on Channels Television held in honour of the late president. Responding to criticisms over Buhari’s repeated medical…