Senator Adams Oshiomhole has opposed any posthumous recognition for the late Professor Humphrey Nwosu, the former chairman of the defunct National Electoral Commission (NEC), arguing that he failed Nigerians by not officially declaring the winner of the annulled June 12, 1993, presidential election. Speaking during a Senate debate on Thursday, Oshiomhole, who represents Edo North,…
As Pastor Enoch Adeboye marks his 83rd birthday today, his life remains a testament to faith, resilience, and extraordinary leadership. From humble beginnings to becoming one of the most influential spiritual figures in the world, his journey is filled with remarkable milestones. Here are 20 incredible facts about the revered General Overseer of the Redeemed…
Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested 10 suspected members of Boko Haram in Ilesa, Osun State. Mallam Olawale Rasheed, the spokesperson for the state Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, said the suspects were members of Boko Haram and Islamic State’s West Africa Province (ISWAP). He said the state government would continue to…
A 26-year-old man, Nura Mas’ud, has been apprehended by the Jigawa State Police Command for allegedly setting his grandmother on fire. The arrest was confirmed by the command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Lawan Adam, in a statement on Saturday. He stated, “On October 8, 2024, at about 1600hrs, the command was notified of a sad…
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has issued a stern warning to officers of the Nigeria Police Force against carrying rifles while dressed in civilian attire (mufti) and engaging in human rights violations. According to a statement released on Monday by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the IG gave the directive…
A political support group, under the umbrella of South-East Elders Alliance for Tinubu 2027, Enugu North Senatorial District chapter, in Enugu State, on Wednesday, declared their support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. The group stated that the South-East Geo-political Zone had benefited immensely from President Tinubu’s administration, citing the appointment of many sons…
The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, Senator Bashir Ajibola, has stated that there is no vacancy in Aso Rock in 2027, urging Nigerians to support President Bola Tinubu’s administration in the next general elections. Ajibola made the appeal in Ilorin on Friday while speaking at a multi-billion agriculture and human capital development empowerment…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that the Court of Appeal has directed former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello to present himself for arraignment. The court’s ruling effectively overrides the earlier judgment delivered by the Kogi State High Court. The Appeal Court’s decision restrains Bello from taking any further actions regarding the charges against him until he has…
A 17-year-old boy, Samuel Onyeme, was allegedly beaten and locked inside a dog cage on Sunday after visiting his female classmate at her residence in Asaba, Delta State. According to eyewitness accounts, the incident occurred around 6 p.m. when Samuel went to see his friend following her invitation. Recounting the ordeal, Samuel’s mother, Mrs. Onyeme,…
The Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri, in Imo State, suspended a facilitator, Mr. Okoroafor Ifeanyichukwu, from duty on Friday after he was seen in a viral video assaulting a male student. The suspension notice, issued in a letter with reference FPN/TEDC/80/1 and dated March 14th, 2025, stated, “You are hereby suspended from duty as a facilitator…