Nengi Hampson, a former housemate on Big Brother Naija (BBNaija), has denied rumours circulating online that she is pregnant with a child fathered by a Nigerian governor. Earlier reports had claimed that the 27-year-old reality TV star had welcomed a child with a 65-year-old governor and had even become his fifth wife. However, Nengi has…
Uadiale Christiana Jacob, aka Christy Evan Osagie, a wanted convicted leader of an international human trafficking network has been arrested by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. The socialite whose network operates across the Middle Eastern countries with an operational base in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), was…
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State says he has received information of being arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) next week when his tenure elapses. The Governor, however said he is not afraid of any arrest and investigation of his administration over “silly petitions” which have been written against him by “cruel…
An Ado Ekiti High Court has sentenced one Gabriel Emmanuel to life imprisonment for kidnapping the Eleda of Eda Ile Ekiti, Oba Adeniran Omotayo. The 25-year-old convict was arraigned before Justice Adekunle Adeleye on 8th March 2023 on a three-count charge bordering on murder, kidnapping, and demanding property with menace with intent to steal. The…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) says it has captured over 1,000 suspects across the country since October 1st, 2024. According to police spokesman ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, the national crackdown include arrests for various crimes, including armed robbery, kidnapping, murder, illegal arms possession, and cult-related activities. Among the arrests was a high-profile…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that a former Deputy Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Hon. Hartford Oseke, is dead. Hon. Oseke was said to have slumped and died during a routine exercise at the Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka, Anambra State. Reports indicate that he collapsed and was rushed to Apex Hospital Awka in…
In Nigeria, there are numerous low-cost business opportunities that require minimal startup funds, often less than N100,000. These ventures are accessible, scalable, and cater to everyday needs, making them viable for aspiring entrepreneurs. In Nigeria’s current economic climate, starting a business is an uphill battle for many aspiring entrepreneurs. The rising cost of living, inflation,…
The Nigerian Army (NA) formally pulled out 15 retired generals from the Artillery Corps on Saturday, October 19, 2024, during a ceremony at the Nigerian Army School of Artillery (NASA) in Kachia, Kaduna State. The group of retirees included 11 Major Generals and 4 Brigadier Generals. Maj Gen James Myam (rtd), speaking on behalf of…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, alongside notable Nigerian politicians, Islamic clerics, and industry leaders, joined the Fidau prayers held on Sunday, December 8, in honour of the late Sheikh Muydeen Ajani Bello, a renowned Islamic preacher. Tinubu was represented at the occasion held at the main bowl of Lekan Salami stadium, Adamasingba by the Deputy Governor…
Some social media reports have alleged that Sim Fubara, governor of Rivers, has shut down operations of the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) in the state. The report also alleged that Fubara directed his loyalists to destroy pipelines transporting crude oil to Lagos and Abuja. Olufemi Soneye, NNPC chief corporate communications officer, debunked the information…