Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, the Lagos State governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 elections, met with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Monday. The meeting, which was not publicly announced, reportedly took place between 2 pm and 4 pm, according to TheCable. GISTSMATE…
The immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, on Tuesday, dismissed allegations of financial misappropriation by his administration, vowing to swear by the Quran to prove his innocence. El-Rufai explained that his sojourn into politics was driven by his desire to serve the people and not to amass wealth or embezzle public funds. He…
Crystal Palace and England centre-back Marc Guéhi may face disciplinary action from the English Football Association (FA) after modifying his rainbow-coloured captain’s armband to read “I love Jesus” during Saturday’s 1-1 draw against Newcastle United. The rainbow armbands, which feature the branding of Stonewall’s Rainbow Laces campaign in support of the LGBTQ+ community, were distributed…
A 23-year-old Ibadan man, Vincent Francis has been docked before an Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court, Ibadan, for allegedly impersonating an officer of the Nigerian Army. Francis, of no fixed address, was charged with impersonation and unlawful possession of military camouflage uniform. He pleaded not guilty to the charge. The Prosecutor, Sgt. Samuel Owolabi told the court…
Popular nollywood actor, Ibrahim Chatta has been thrown into mourning following the death of his son. The actor announced the loss through a post on his Instagram page on Saturday. Posting a picture of the late boy, he captioned, “Inna liLlahi wa inna ileyhi rajiun “Ya Allah, You are the Knower of all things Rest…
Lil Smart, the Nigerian dancer, has called out Naira Marley and Zinoleesky, claiming they are threatening his life. In a series of posts on his Instastories, Lil Smart shared disturbing photos and videos, alleging that his life was in danger. Smart also warned that if anything happens to him, the music stars should be held…
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has declared that he would honour any coalition agreement that mandates him to serve only one term as president, handing over power to the North in 2031. Speaking during a widely attended XSpace session titled #PeterObiOnParallelFacts, Obi emphasised that for him, character and integrity outweigh any desire for…
A 45-year-old teacher identified as Musa Wada has been arrested in Jigawa State in connection with beheading and cutting off the genital organs of his 14-year-old Almajiri student, Bashir Adamu. Confirming the development, the spokesperson of Jigawa Police Command, SP Lawan Shiisu, said the suspect was arrested by detectives following a tip-off. SP Shiisu said…
Three persons were feared killed in a clash involving some hoodlums in the Mushin area of Lagos State. According to PUNCH Metro, the clash which occurred as a result of a longstanding feud between two rival groups, resurged on Friday, December 27, in the Paul Oguntola area of the community. It was gathered that members…
Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen, has been named among the three finalists for the CAF Player of the Year award. The Galatasaray striker, who won the honour in 2023, will compete with Mohamed Salah (Egypt/Liverpool) and Achraf Hakimi (Morocco/Paris Saint-Germain) for Africa’s top individual prize. Osimhen’s name appeared on the shortlist released on Sunday evening…
