The police command in Niger says it has arrested three suspects, who posed as Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) operatives, abducted and robbed students of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) University, Lapai. A statement by the Command’s Spokesperson, SP Wasiu Abiodun, on Friday in Minna, indicated that two informants who aided and abetted the operation…
A violent clash broke out in the Mandilas area of Lagos Island on Wednesday, leaving one person dead after a stabbing incident. The Lagos state police command said a suspect has been arrested and that normalcy has been restored to the area. According to eyewitnesses, the fight started between two young men during a dispute…
A 16-year-old secondary school student in Lagos has allegedly ran mad after confessing that he was sexually molested by a popular Lagos hotelier at Bucknor, Isheri Oshun area of the state. The incident, which rattled his parents reportedly started before last Christmas when the student confided in his mother that he had a confession to…
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has suspended one of its pastors, Pastor Ayorinde AdeBello, and Deacon Oke Mayowa, from office over allegations of homosexuality against young people in the church. The church has also directed the Special Assistant to the General Overseer on Administration to conduct a thorough investigation into the allegation within…
Tragedy struck in Agatu local government area of Benue State on Sunday evening when a boat carrying a family of seven capsized in Obagaji, killing five siblings. A local source who identified himself as John in a telephone interview, said the incident occurred when a small boat carrying a man, his wife and their five…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports renowned Nollywood actress, producer, and singer, Allwell Ademola, at the age of 43. As reported, Ademola died on Saturday, December 27, 2025, due to a heart attack, and is survived by her legacy of impactful performances and contributions to Nigerian cinema. Below are 10 things to know about her: 1. Early Life…
Nigeria has signed a Technical Manpower Assistance agreement with the government of Saint Lucia, paving the way for the deployment of skilled Nigerian professionals to the Caribbean nation as part of efforts to deepen South-South cooperation and reconnect with the African diaspora. The agreement was signed on Wednesday in Castries, the capital of Saint Lucia,…
Residents of Ogun State have dismissed claims of “deadly rice” circulating in communities within the state, describing the rumours as mere “business gimmick.” Recently, voice messages were circulated by concerned parents and relatives, warning their loved ones against buying or consuming rice. According to the messages, a foreign trader allegedly invoked the spirit of the…
Hon. Chief Mrs. Olufunke Comforter Adeniyi-Olajide, the Lawmaker representing Ibadan North Constituency 1 has joined plethora of well-wishers to celebrate the birthday of her friend and political ally, Hon. Olusoji Alade SOJ. In her statement captured below, Olutunu De described Hon. SOJ, who is a PDP Giant in Ibadan North Local Government and also the…
The Adamawa State Police Command says it has arrested a 29-year-old man, Isiaka Hassan, for the alleged killing of a 5-year-old boy in Lamurde Local Government Area. Police spokesperson, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje said this in a statement on Sunday and shared on the force’s Facebook page. He said the boy, identified as Abba Bashiru,…
