Nigeria’s golden boy, the 2024 African Footballer of the Year, Ademola Lookman, on Friday, paid a courtesy visit to President Bola Tinubu and the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, in Lagos on Friday. Lookman, whose dazzling performances on the pitch have captured global attention, was accompanied by his father, Mr Adeyinka Lookman, and…
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, has said Nigeria is rich enough to fund the frequent foreign trips embarked upon by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu since assumption of office. Tinubu’s trips abroad had come under public scrutiny on the back of the economic hardship in the country with residents raising concerns over his large entourage….
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced a surge in online registration of voters, confirming that no fewer than 1,379,342 Nigerians have completed their registration on its online portal one week into the ongoing nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR). The statement by INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun,…
The Apetu of Ipetumodu in Osun State, Oba Joseph Oloyede, has been sentenced to more than four years in prison in the United States. Oloyede, 62, who holds dual citizenship of Nigeria and the U.S. and resides in Medina, Ohio, was on August 26 sentenced to 56 months in prison by U.S. District Judge Christopher…
The Nigeria Police Force, Enugu State Command attached to the Nsukka Urban Division, have arrested three male suspects in connection with the physical assault of members of the public by the Oriokpa Masquerade group on June 22, 2025, in Nsukka, as seen in a viral video. Confirming their arrest to newsmen, the command’s spokesperson, SP…
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…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says Nigeria will navigate global shocks due to the reforms implemented by President Bola Tinubu. Axel Schimmelpfennig, IMF mission chief for Nigeria, spoke during a visit to Lagos and Abuja from April 2 to 15, where he led a delegation to hold discussions for the 2025 Article IV Consultations with…
Fresh protests broke out in Jos, the Plateau State capital, on Monday over the persistent killings of indigenous residents by suspected Fulani militants. The demonstrations, which were led by Christian leaders including Plateau chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Rev. Polycarp Lubo, began at the Fawvwei Junction community road, causing significant traffic gridlock…
LThe National Association of Nigerian Colleges of Education Students (NANCES) has called for the immediate rescind of the recently reviewed price of the Premium Motor Spirit, popularly known as petrol. In a statement released on Wednesday, 4th September 2024, Comrade Kur Isaac Ushahemba, the Senate President of the organization, said the obnoxious increment of PMS…
The Joint Tax Board (JTB) has approved new rates for the issuance of national driver’s licences and vehicle number plates, effective from 1st November 2024. The board recently announced the adjustment as part of efforts to enhance the quality and security features of these identification items, aligning with international best practices. According to the newly…