Nigerian reality TV star, Phyna has claimed that the organizers of the popular reality TV show, Big Brother Naija(BBNAIJA), are yet to pay her the monetary prize promised to her. While speaking during a livestream, Phyna expressed her frustration with the issue, noting that she has been complaining about it since 2024. The media personality…
Joe Ajaero, president of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), says 2024 would go down as the most “turbulent” year for the union. Speaking on Monday in Abuja, Ajaero said the threats and intimidation faced by organised labour during the year was on an unprecedented scale. “I welcome you to a year that we have witnessed…
Joshua Bamiloye, son of renowned Nigerian evangelists Mike and Gloria Bamiloye, has reacted after former Anambra state governor Peter Obi made recent remarks regarding church vigils. Obi’s comments, made on the Honest Bunch Podcast, have stirred significant debate online, with many questioning his perspective on the role of religious gatherings in Nigeria’s productivity. During the…
In a bid to enhance connectivity and mobility across the state and beyond, Oyo State Pacesetter Transport Services (PTS) officially launched its interstate movement and PTSExpress services on Sunday, December 15, 2024. The launch ceremony, held at the Oyo State PTS state office in Eleyele, Ibadan, was attended by the wife of the Oyo State…
A pair of brothers in rural India have married the same woman, upholding an ancient custom and sparking criticism from a women’s rights group after photos of the wedding went viral. Polyandry is banned in India but is legal in some of the tribal pockets, including Himalayan territories, allowing preservation of some ancient traditions. The…
The management of Fresh FM Nigeria has confirmed a fire outbreak that gutted its head office at Challenge, Ibadan, on Friday night. In a statement late Friday and signed by the Group Head of Corporate Affairs, Fresh FM Nigeria and Yinka Ayefele Limited, Samson Akindele, the station disclosed that the fire outbreak affected key facilities,…
The Senior Special Assistant to Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun state on Community Engagement Hon. Sulaimon Musa Olalekan has urged Christians to follow the footsteps of Jesus Christ by showing love to others, even their enemies. In his Easter message sighted by GISTSMATE MEDIA correspondent, Hon. Sulaimon disclosed that it’s important to show love to…
Twin jailbreaks in Bangladesh killed at least 12 inmates and freed hundreds more in the chaotic days after the ouster of autocratic premier Sheikh Hasina, officials told AFP Saturday. An interim government is struggling to restore law and order with police going on strike after Hasina’s sudden resignation and flight abroad after 15 years in…
Britain, Australia and Canada on Sunday recognised a Palestinian state after nearly two years of war in the Gaza Strip, with France, Belgium and other countries poised to follow suit at the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Here is an overview of diplomatic recognition of the state, which was unilaterally proclaimed by the…
Skit maker Kamo State has named his newborn daughter after filmmaker Funke Akindele. The naming ceremony was held in Lagos, and Kamo State shared joyful moments from the event on Instagram. “So blessed to name our child today! Sonia Olufunke Oluwatamilore”, Kamo wrote on Instagram. This thoughtful gesture is a token of appreciation for Funke…
