Muslim protesters suspended their ongoing demonstrations in Lagos State to observe Friday, August 2, congregational prayers. In what was observed by our correspondent, the Muslims paused the protest to pray while the Christians amongst them stood and watched. The protest began on Thursday, August 1, and it’s ongoing in most parts of the country. See…
The Founder and pioneer National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Ralph Nwosu, has declared that the party now have 28 senators and over 100 elected officials, including members of the National and State Assemblies. Nwosu made the revelation during the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja on Tuesday. According to him,…
A fuel tanker exploded on Tuesday along the Ibadan Expressway, Oyo State between the Oremeji and Olorunsogo axis, triggering a major traffic gridlock in the area. As of press time, no casualties have been reported, but the fire continues to rage while emergency responders battle to bring it under control. The Oyo State Fire Service…
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has launched an investigation into 79 suspected Ponzi schemes across Nigeria, warning that those found culpable will face severe legal consequences, including prosecution under the Investment and Securities Act (ISA). The Commission said it will announce the outcomes of its investigations into the 79 suspected schemes, including FF Tiffany,…
Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has pledged to personally lead a security operation aimed at flushing out thugs wreaking havoc in various parts of Minna, the state capital. Speaking after a high-level security meeting held at the Government House, Minna, which included the Emir of Minna, ward and district heads, and heads of all…
Love is often depicted in grand gestures and fairy-tale endings, but real love goes much deeper than the fleeting moments we see on screen. In reality, it’s the small, consistent actions and emotional bonds that reveal the true depth of affection between partners. Understanding what genuine love looks like in a relationship requires more than…
US President Donald Trump on Friday threatened Apple and other smartphone manufacturers with a 25 per cent tariff unless their devices are built in the United States. Trump initially said the tariff would apply only to Apple — an unusual move to single out a specific company in trade policy. However, he later expanded the…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that former Kwara governor, Chief Cornelius Adebayo, was reported dead on Wednesday at the age of 84. Born on February 24, 1941, the former governor was reported dead in the early hours of Wednesday in Abuja following an old age-related illness. The passing of the former governor, announced by one of his…
A man allegedly responsible for the widespread display of Russian flags during the #EndBadGovernance protests in Kano has been apprehended by authorities. The tailor identified as Ahmed was arrested in Kano for being in possession of the flags. Ahmed, who is believed to be one of the masterminds behind the distribution of the flags, has…
Aviation workers have announced they will embark on protest next week against the federal government’s policy of deducting 50 percent of internally generated revenue from all airports in the country. The Aviation workers said the deduction from the federal government has been hurting the running of airport services. The workers added that all efforts to…