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Oyo Lawmaker, Hon. Comforter, Celebrates International Women’s Day, Advocates For Gender Equality

GISTSMATE 012 months ago2 months ago03 mins

Oyo State lawmaker, Hon. Comforter, has joined women across the world in celebrating International Women’s Day (IWD), emphasizing the importance of gender equality, women’s empowerment, and increased female representation in leadership. In a statement released to commemorate the occasion, Hon. Comforter lauded the contributions of women in various sectors, acknowledging their resilience, hard work, and…

Rivers State Electoral Commission Officials Resign (Photos)

GISTSMATE 012 months ago02 mins

Some officials of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) have resigned from their positions, citing ongoing challenges within the commission and the recent Supreme Court ruling that nullified the local government elections held on October 5, 2024. The Supreme Court had recently annulled the elections, ruling that they did not comply with electoral guidelines….

2027: Atiku Support Groups From 19 Northern States Join APC

GISTSMATE 012 months ago05 mins

Ahead of 2027 Presidential election, strong indications have emerged that there will be political realignment from the North as support groups of the Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 election, Atiku Abubakar from the 19 Northern States have dumped the PDP for the All Progressives Congress, APC. The National Chairman…

N700 Billion Fraud: “Leave Udom Emmanuel Alone”, PDP Blows Out

GISTSMATE 012 months ago04 mins

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on Senate President Godswill Akpabio to stop targeting former Akwa Ibom State Governor, Udom Emmanuel, and instead focus on the challenges facing him in the Senate. Recall that GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that Udom Emmanuel, a former governor of Akwa Ibom, was arrested by operatives of the Economic and…

Pro-Wike Lawmakers Issue New Ultimatum, Warn Fubara

GISTSMATE 012 months ago011 mins

The political crisis in Rivers State took a fresh turn on Friday when lawmakers loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, cautioned Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the leadership of the State Independent Electoral Commission over the 2025 Appropriation Bill and the conduct of the October 5, 2024 local government election. While…

Rivers Crisis: Tension As Fubara’s Commissioners, Election Agency Sue Lawmakers

GISTSMATE 012 months ago016 mins

The authority of the Martin Amaewhule-led Rivers State House of Assembly to reverse Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s appointment of 19 commissioners is now a subject of litigation at the State High Court. The commissioners, whose appointments were cleared by four supporters of the governor in the assembly, are asking the court to restrain the lawmakers from…

Governor Adeleke Drags Tinubu’s Minister To EFCC, Alleges $20m, N1.5bn Theft

GISTSMATE 012 months ago07 mins

The Osun State Government has officially petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate former governor and current Minister of Blue Economy, Gboyega Oyetola, over allegations of mismanaging a $20 million World Bank health grant. The government led by Governor Ademola Adeleke accused Oyetola of financial misconduct, money laundering, and violations of the…

Hon. Kareem Khadijat Congratulates New AGF, Shamsideen Babatunde Ogunjimi

GISTSMATE 012 months ago2 months ago03 mins

The Personal Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on constituency affairs, Hon. Kareem Khadijat Omotayo has congratulated the newly appointed Accountant General of the federation, Shamsideen Babatunde Ogunjimi. In a congratulatory message shared by Hon. Khadijat’s media team, Mr Ogunjimi was hailed for his great track record, dedication and professionalism, which earned him the new position….

President Tinubu Gives Appointment To Former INEC Chairman, Prof Jega

GISTSMATE 012 months ago02 mins

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Professor Attahiru Muhammadu Jega, former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), as Special Adviser and Coordinator of the Presidential Livestock Reform. President Tinubu announced the appointment Friday, hoping to drive meaningful progress in the livestock sector and further strengthen national development efforts. Jega, former vice chancellor of…

FLASH: Women Groups Reject Natasha’s Suspension, Threaten Protest

GISTSMATE 012 months ago04 mins

Women groups under the Coalition for Women in Governance have rejected the suspension of the Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, describing it as an assault on democracy and a deliberate attempt to silence women in leadership. The coalition threatened to mobilise women for a massive protest if the decision was not reversed. GISTSMATE MEDIA reports…

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Wike, Umahi, Others Head To London To Unveil Tinubu’s Achievements

Reps Reject Bill Seeking Rotation Of Presidency Among Geopolitical Zones

VIRAL VIDEO: Not Our Senator – Senate Disowns Man Having Nice Time Inside Office

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POLITICS

Oyo Lawmaker, Hon. Comforter, Celebrates International Women’s Day, Advocates For Gender Equality

Rivers State Electoral Commission Officials Resign (Photos)

2027: Atiku Support Groups From 19 Northern States Join APC

N700 Billion Fraud: “Leave Udom Emmanuel Alone”, PDP Blows Out

Pro-Wike Lawmakers Issue New Ultimatum, Warn Fubara

Rivers Crisis: Tension As Fubara’s Commissioners, Election Agency Sue Lawmakers

Governor Adeleke Drags Tinubu’s Minister To EFCC, Alleges $20m, N1.5bn Theft

Hon. Kareem Khadijat Congratulates New AGF, Shamsideen Babatunde Ogunjimi

President Tinubu Gives Appointment To Former INEC Chairman, Prof Jega

FLASH: Women Groups Reject Natasha’s Suspension, Threaten Protest