Fighters of the Boko Haram faction loyal to Ali Ngulde have beheaded two women in the Mandara Mountain area of Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State after accusing them of engaging in shirk (idolatry). Sources told Zagazola Makama that the victims were apprehended by the terrorists who alleged they were found with charms (layu)…
The Federal Government says the United States has agreed to step up its security partnership with Nigeria. According to the Presidency, Washington has committed to providing intelligence support, defence equipment, and other strategic assistance to help Nigeria tackle terrorism and violent extremism more effectively. Officials described the development as a major outcome of last week’s…
Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has called on the military to change the style used in tackling insecurity. The governor said this when he received Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon Tajudeen Abbas, at the Government House, Birnin-Kebbi, on Monday. The governor also reinstated his call for the probe of the withdrawal of…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that Odira Nwobu, a Nigerian content creator and actor, has passed away in South Africa. His death was announced in a Facebook post on Monday by Stan Ekwe, who wrote, “I don’t want to believe that ODIRA NWOBU is gone, I just spoke with his manager and he confirmed it, he also…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), marking a major twist in Nigeria’s political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections. The announcement was made earlier today via a post on X, where Abubakar shared photos of himself receiving his ADC membership card alongside a customised “Waziri 01” jersey….
Controversial Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has urged Nigerians to remain patient and avoid despair over the country’s persistent security challenges, insisting that no government in the world can completely eliminate terrorism. Speaking against the backdrop of recent abductions in Kwara State and other parts of the country, Gumi argued that it was unrealistic to…
I respectfully call on His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, to suspend the enforcement of the Armed Forces Act 2004 provision—an inherited British-era policy—that mandates the retirement of military personnel after 35 years of service or upon attaining 60 years of age. History provides…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that a newlywed wife has allegedly killed his husband with knife. According to multiple reports, the tragic incident happened in Jibia Local Government Area of Katsina State. Abubakar Dan Gaske Mai Nasara, a resident of Jibia, was allegedly killed by his wife, Aisha Muhammad, just three days after their wedding. The incident…
The Nigerian Army has released the list of candidates shortlisted for the Short Service Combatant Commission Course 49/2026 Selection Board. In a statement signed by the Military Secretary (Army) on Monday, the Army said the full list of successful applicants is now available on its recruitment portal: recruitment.army.mil.ng. Shortlisted candidates are expected to report to…
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has attributed the recent killings and abductions of innocent Nigerians to the failures of Nigerian leaders to protect and value human lives. In a statement titled, ‘Is Nigeria cursed, or are we the curse?’ on Sunday, Mr Obi decried a series of attacks by armed bandits, especially in…