The authorities in Finland have frozen the assets of Simon Ekpa, the self-acclaimed Biafran agitator facing allegations of terrorism-related activities, who has been detained for several weeks. The Finnish government also froze the assets of companies associated with Ekpa and four of his accomplices, who are also in remand. Yle, a local newspaper in a…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that the State Government of Kano has postponed the resumption date for primary and post-primary schools for the 2024/2025 academic session. Recall that the government had earlier announced that schools were to resume on September 9, 2024. However, in another statement released on Saturday, the Director of Public Enlightenment of the Ministry…
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday swore in former Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa (retd), as the new Minister of Defence. The brief ceremony at the Presidential Villa saw Musa take the oath of office, just 24 hours after the Senate screened and confirmed his nomination. Tinubu had forwarded Musaās name to the…
For many Nigerians, getting a visa can be difficult and time-consuming. Popular destinations like the UK, US and Schengen countries often have strict requirements. However, some lesser-known countries offer easier visa options. These places allow Nigerians to travel visa-free, get a visa on arrival, or apply online with a simple process. Here are five countries…
Nigeriaās Onyinyechi Mark has shattered the Paralympic record in the womenās 61kg powerlifting category, lifting an astounding 145kg. This remarkable feat surpasses the previous record held by compatriot Lucy Ejike. Markās performance has all but secured Nigeriaās first gold medal at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, with one lift remaining. Her closest competitor is attempting…
The Federal Government has called on agencies recruiting for the private sector to adhere to the N70,000 minimum wage, warning that any deviation would not be tolerated. According to the FG, the new minimum wage is necessary to address the current economic reality, emphasising that no Nigerian worker, whether in government or private employment, should…
Pastor Chris Okafor of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministries, also known as Grace Nation Liberation City, has publicly apologised to Nollywood actress Doris Ogala following days of controversy that culminated in her arrest and subsequent release by the Nigeria Police. Okafor issued the apology during a livestream on Sunday where he acknowledged wrongdoing…
World Cancer Day, celebrated on February 4th each year, is a global effort to raise awareness, improve education, and encourage action in the fight against cancer. Led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), this day emphasizes the importance of prevention, early detection, and equitable access to treatment for all. World Cancer Day highlights…
Nollywood actress, Nkechi Blessing Sunday, says she has arrested the woman who secretly recorded and posted a viral gym video of her earlier this year. The actress made the revelation during an appearance on the Honest Brunch Podcast, where she spoke about how she tracked down the woman responsible for filming her without permission. Blessing…
There was pandemonium in the Panseke area of Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, when an ex-convict stabbed a police officer in the forehead. The incident occurred in the early hours of last Friday. According to The Guardian, the ex-convict came to Panseke and attempted to retrieve an AK-47 rifle from one of the Ogun State…
