A 20-year-old final-year Computer Science student of Babcock University has died after he was suspended for one academic session by the school. The student, identified as Joshua Lawson, faced a disciplinary panel for alleged examination malpractice before his death. Babcock University’s Director of Communication and Marketing, Joshua Suleiman, told The Guardian that the disciplinary committee…
The Lagos State Police Command has uncovered and dismantled an illegal internet fraud training facility, known as a “Yahoo School,” in the Iju area of the state. The command’s spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, in a statement on Tuesday, stated that four principal suspects were arrested alongside six trainees. According to him, among the trainees was an…
The Chairman of Ado Central Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Engr. Toyin Ojo, has emphasized the potential of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) to contribute meaningfully to the socio-economic development of society. Engr. Ojo made this statement during the graduation ceremony for 40 PWDs held at the Ekiti State Skill Acquisition Centre, Ilokun, Ado-Ekiti, called for…
A popular All Progressive Congress (APC) Chieftain and tax expert, Akin Akinwale has said the Big Brother Naija season 10 winner, Imisioluwa Ayanwale N150 million price is subjected to tax. GISTSMATE MEDIA reported that Imisi on Sunday, October 5, won the ‘10/10’ edition of the reality TV show. The 23-year-old winner beat other top nine…
The Federal Government has directed vice-chancellors of federal universities across the country to immediately implement the “no work, no pay” policy on members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) currently participating in the ongoing nationwide strike. The directive was contained in a circular dated October 13, 2025, and signed by the Minister of…
The Osun state Governor, Ademola Adeleke is set to join the All Progressive Congress from the Peoples Democratic Party, our correspondent reliably gathered. A source close to the Governor told GISTSMATE MEDIA correspondent that the Governor is currently holding a meeting with the PDP leaders in the state. “Yes, over possible defection, the Governor is…
Renowned cleric, Prophet Samuel Adebayo Ojo, also known as “Baba Authority” has urged Nigerian youths to focus on hard work and practical efforts rather than relying solely on miracles for success. Speaking during a sermon online in the ongoing 30 days of fasting and prayer, Prophet Ojo emphasized the importance of diligence, creativity, and persistence…
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday said the implementation of the new tax laws, including those enacted on June 26, 2025, and the remaining acts scheduled to commence on January 1, 2026, will take effect as planned. In a statement he personally signed, Tinubu said the reforms represent “a once-in-a-generation opportunity to build a fair, competitive,…
Nigeria’s external reserves have climbed to $40.11 billion as of July 2025, according to the Central Bank Governor, Yemi Cardoso. He disclosed this during the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) briefing held on Monday, July 22, 2025. Cardoso noted that the $40.11 billion reserve level represents approximately 9.5 months of import cover, signaling a significant boost…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has officially registered Governor Siminalayi Fubara as a member of the party. In a photograph shared by Tony Okocha, media aide to the state APC chairman, Governor Fubara is seen placing his thumbprint in what appears to be the party’s membership register. The registration was conducted at…
