US-based lawyer and political figure Owolabi Salis has become the first Nigerian to voyage beyond Earth’s atmosphere. Salis was one of six private astronauts aboard Blue Origin’s NS-33 suborbital mission, which launched from the arid plains of West Texas on June 29, 2025. Joining him on the brief but historic flight were Allie Kuehner, Carl…
Aisha Yesufu, a Nigerian human rights activist, has made it clear that her support for Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate, isn’t absolute. In a recent interview on the podcast “Mic On” with Seun Okinbaloye, she stated that she’d be willing to switch allegiance if a better candidate emerges for the 2027 presidential…
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has restrained the enforcement of its judgment that upheld the Kano State Government’s repeal of the 2019 Emirate Council Law, pending the determination of a suit at the Supreme Court. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Court of Appeal in Kano set aside the June 20…
A group of young professionals from the South East geopolitical zone under the aegis of South East Progressive Ambassadors (SEPA), has assured that the zone will support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, as his message of renewed hope has become very clear. The convener of the group, Mr John Ikeotuonye, and the secretary, Dr…
Bashorun Adekunle Oladeji, also known as Omo Bao, has congratulated Alhaji Fatai Ibikunle on his appointment as a board member of the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB). Omo Bao described Alhaji Ibikunle’s appointment as a well-deserved recognition of his dedication and endurance. In a statement, Omo Bao praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for making appointments…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced Saturday, 20th June 2026 as the date for the Ekiti State Governorship Election. According to the commission, the disclosure is in line with Section 28 (1) and (2) of the Electoral Act 2022. The election is scheduled to be held across all 16 Local Government Areas (LGAs)…
President Bola Tinubu is set to celebrate exceptional youth on Tuesday, as no fewer than 210 outstanding corps members will receive the prestigious President’s National Youth Service Corps Honours Award for their dedicated service between 2020 and 2023. The anticipated ceremony recognises the commitment and impactful contributions of Nigeria’s youth. The Director of Media, NYSC,…
Security operatives deployed tear gas on Wednesday morning to disperse supporters of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central) who had gathered at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja. GISTSMATE MEDIA gathered that the protesters assembled at the assembly gate as early as 8 a.m. ahead of the resumption of plenary. However, police officers swiftly intervened, firing…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, High Chief Rashidi Ladoja has received a beaded crown. The event took place today, Monday12th of August. The development put rest into the imbroglio over the legality of beaded crown in Ibadan. Ladoja, who refused to be crown when late former Governor Abiola Ajimobi revisited the…
Senator Ali Ndume, a senior member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has distanced himself from the recent endorsement of President Bola Tinubu for a second term in the 2027 general election. Ndume said that Tinubu’s political endorsements do not necessarily translate to electoral support from the Nigerian electorates. His comments come less than three…