A Nigerian man has sparked widespread discussion on social media after releasing a video showing his wife in a hotel with another man. The visibly distressed husband narrated the circumstances surrounding the footage, alleging that his wife had been secretly visiting the man for weeks. In the video, he said: “Look at a married woman…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has alerted Nigerians to the activities of a faith-based organisation, Christ Mercy Land Delivery Ministries, led by Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin, using the agency’s name to deceive the unsuspecting public. NAFDAC, in a statement on Sunday signed by its Director General, Prof Mojisola Adeyeye, noted…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has commenced an investigation into the alleged abuse of office and diversion of funds in the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). In a letter written to the National Sports Commission (NSC) dated November 28, 2024 and seen by TheCable, the anti-graft agency has asked the commission to furnish it…
A former gubernatorial candidate in Zamfara State, Sani Shinkafi on Friday escaped an attempted assassination in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city. Shinkafi, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress said the attack happened shortly after the Juma’at prayers on Friday, August 15. He said he was on his way home when some masked assailants blocked his…
The naira appreciated strongly on Monday at both the official and parallel foreign exchange markets, opening the new week on a positive note. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria showed that the naira gained significantly, closing at N1,506.84 per dollar on Monday, compared to N1,514.87 on Friday. This indicates that the currency strengthened by…
Operatives of the Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 40 suspected internet fraudsters in separate operations carried out in Bida and Minna areas of Niger State. According to a statement by EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, the arrests were based on credible intelligence linking the…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that Super Eagles captain, Wilfred Ndidi, has lost his father, Sunday Ndidi, who died on Tuesday following a road accident. The retired military officer was reportedly involved in an accident in Umunede, Delta State, and was confirmed dead after being rushed to a hospital in Agbor, also in Delta State. Ndidi’s club,…
Men of the Ondo state Police command have arrested a community head of Laaagba community, in Ondo East Local Government area of Ondo State, Ifedayo Adeniyi, over the alleged rape of a 12-year-old girl. The traditional head was arrested by the police in his residence in Ondo and was subsequently transferred to State Police Headquarters…
The United States is proposing a change to its visa-free travel programme which could impact millions of international travellers. Under new guidelines announced by the Department of Homeland Security on Wednesday, individuals seeking entry through the Electronic System for Travel Authorisation will now be required to provide their social media history from the past five…
Nigerian musician Naira Marley was targeted on stage during a recent concert in Cotonou, Benin Republic when a fan rushed at him. A viral video shows the Marlian Music boss performing when a man suddenly stormed the stage, attempting to attack the artist. Security personnel quickly intervened, tackling the intruder and escorting him away from…
