GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that the a popular Abuja-based cross-dresser known as Area Mama is dead. According to reports, the cross-dresser was murdered in cold blood and dumped by the roadside on Thursday, August 8th, 2024. In the viral photos that surfaced on social media, the cross-dresser is seen lifeless and covered with bruises sustained from…
One Hundred and fifty-three days after he was declared wanted, former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello yesterday turned up at the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) headquarters, ready for questioning over an alleged mismanagement of N80.2billion. The EFCC, however, rejected the method by which he reported to the commission. Bello came in the company…
A middle-aged man, popularly known as Uncle Light, and his son, Miracle, have allegedly died from suspected food poisoning at Ebebe Junction in Abakaliki, the Ebonyi State capital. According to PUNCH, the victims were living with a woman who reportedly moved in with the man after divorcing her husband earlier this year. The woman is…
US President Donald Trump ordered a 75-day pause on enforcing a law that would effectively ban TikTok in the US, as he floated an idea of partnering with the app’s Chinese owner. The executive order delayed implementation of the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, which took effect January 19 and would prohibit…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced new Automated Teller Machine (ATM) transaction fees for banks and financial institutions, effective from March 1, 2025. This move according to CNN in a statement signed by John S. Onojah Acting Director, Financial Policy and Regulation Department aims to enhance efficiency and increase the deployment of ATMs…
Gaming and Betting industry remains one of the most thriving industries aside from the entertainment industry. The betting and gaming industry in Nigeria is in no small feat raking in millions of Naira for operators and owners. Interestingly, the highest patronage comes from young Nigerians, who seem to have lost hope in the government and…
A mysterious viral outbreak is overwhelming some hospitals in China and prompting people to wear face masks again. Videos circulating on social media show overcrowded hospital units, parents waiting in long lines with sick children, and patients wearing face masks in packed facilities. Unverified reports have also emerged claiming crematoriums and funeral homes are overwhelmed,…
Veteran actor Dele Odule has addressed the false rumors circulating on social media about his death and alleged arrest. In a video shared on Instagram, Odule expressed disappointment and frustration with the baseless stories. He specifically called out a blogger for sharing a photo of him with the caption “RIP” Odule assured fans he’s alive…
The Ogun State Police Command has launched a manhunt for a man caught on camera kicking a young boy in a disturbing viral video that has sparked outrage online. The video, shared by a Facebook user, Adelere Rasaki, was posted on Thursday with a plea for help in identifying the man. Police hunt man for…
President Bola Tinubu has returned to Abuja after Tanzania, GISTSMATE MEDIA is reporting. He had left Nigeria for the East African country to participate in the Africa Heads of State Energy Summit in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Two days later, the presidential aircraft touched down at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport at approximately 7:40 PM….