President Bola Tinubu on Friday met with a delegation of Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria, CBCN at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The delegation of the CBCN was led by its President and Catholic Bishop of Owerri Archdiocese, Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji alongside Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah and the Bishop Emeritus of Abuja Archdiocese, John Cardinal Onayikan…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that a video showcasing the world’s first pregnant dad has gone viral on social media. The clip shows the dad discussing his journey as he gets ready to welcome a baby. He mentions facing some challenges early on with his baby girl, but thanks to the doctors, he was able to overcome…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday exchanged warm pleasantries with Pope Leo XIV during the official Mass marking the inauguration of the new pontificate in Vatican City. The brief but symbolic moment took place as President Tinubu joined world leaders, diplomats, and religious dignitaries in Rome to witness the formal installation of the new head…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that Nigerian singer Oluwatosin Ajibade, popularly known as Mr Eazi, has lost his mother, Ifeoma Edith Ajibade. The artist shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram today, March 6, alongside a touching tribute and a photo of them together. He wrote, “Thank you, Mummy For your strength, your sacrifices, your unwavering faith. For…
The Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has issued a stern warning to roadside preachers using loudspeakers in public spaces, particularly markets, accusing them of causing noise pollution and disturbing residents. Soludo stated that anyone caught violating the noise pollution order would face a ₦500,000 fine. A viral video circulating on social media on Saturday…
Tragedy struck Amakpu Okuku community in Owerri West Local Government Area of Imo State on Friday morning when a man in his 50s, identified simply as Odomma, was found dead after allegedly taking his own life. Residents said the father of four, who sold water in jerry cans and buckets, had long struggled with financial…
The Concern Nigerian Youths for Good Governance (CNYGG) expresses deep outrage over the disgraceful and unacceptable delays experienced during the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), where students were made to write exams as late as 9:00 PM in several centers. This level of administrative disorder is a clear violation of the rights…
Pope Leo XIV declared Carlo Acutis the first saint of the millennial generation, marking his first act as pope in the canonisation of a modern digital figure on Sunday. This took place in a momentous ceremony at St. Peter’s Square. Tens of thousands—especially young Italians—filled the square to bear witness. Acutis, who succumbed to leukaemia…
Pastor Mrs. Folu Adeboye, wife of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has narrated how a pastor in the church diverted $8,000 meant for missions, abandoned his wife in South Africa, and traveled to the United States to marry another woman. She shared the revelation while ministering at a recent…
Gunmen have reportedly abducted an army officer, identified as Lt Colonel Josiah, from his lodge in Bomadi, Delta State. The officer was said to have been kidnapped in the early hours of Sunday, shortly after attending a marriage ceremony at Kpakiama community, a neighbouring town to Bomadi, the headquarters of Bomadi Local Government Area. Sources…
