Nigeria has been thrown into mourning following the death of a serving senator, Godiya Akwashiki, who represented Nasarawa North Senatorial District on the platform of the Social Democratic Party (SDP). Akwashiki reportedly died at the age of 52 after a protracted illness. A family source, who confirmed the development to the News Agency of Nigeria…
The Ghana Police Service has arrested self-proclaimed prophet Ebo Noah following widespread panic sparked by his claim that biblical floods would strike Ghana on Christmas Day. Noah reportedly told thousands of followers that God had revealed an imminent flood and urged them to donate money for the construction of giant wooden arks as a means…
The Yobe State Hisbah Commission has warned against private conversations under the pretext of chatting between men and women, especially in ways that Sharia law does not approve. Hisbah said such activities are deemed contrary to the Sharia law, particularly during festive occasions. This was made known in a statement on Wednesday by the office…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that English Football Club, Chelsea FC and head coach Enzo Maresca have agreed to end their cooperation with immediate effect. The Italian specialist’s stint at the club has come to an end. According to Fabrizio Romano, tensions had been rising within the club over the past 24 to 48 hours, ultimately leading…
A gang of armed men has reportedly abducted the traditional ruler of Aafin community in the Ile Ere district of Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, Oba Simeon Olaonipekun, and one of his sons, Olaolu, during a violent attack on his palace on Wednesday night. According to Tribune Online, the attack which occurred around…
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has released his prophecies for 2026, describing the year as one of victories, breakthroughs and remarkable opportunities. The prophecies, unveiled during the church’s Crossover Service at the new three-kilometre by three-kilometre auditorium in Simawa, Ogun State, were presented under three…
Alpine ski resort in southern Switzerland Several people were killed while others sustained injuries after a fire broke out during a New Year’s party at a, police said on Thursday. The incident occurred at a popular nightlife spot in Crans-Montana, a high-end resort town in the canton of Valais. Gaetan Lathion, spokesperson for the Valais…
The Ondo State Police Command has detailed how suspected terrorists attacked and set ablaze the Ipele Divisional Police Headquarters in Ondo State on the eve of the New Year. In a statement issued by the command’s spokesperson, DSP Jimoh Abayomi, the attackers invaded the community at about 9:41 p.m., launching a coordinated assault on the…
As Nigerians at home and abroad welcome the New Year 2026, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the citizens, describing 2026 as the beginning of a more robust phase of economic growth. The President said this in a goodwill message to Nigerians that he personally signed, and shared by his Special on Information and Strategy,…
– Calls on citizens to embrace unity, love, and peaceful coexistence – As Lawmaker congratulates Gov Makinde, Oyo Residents The lawmaker representing Ibadan North Constituency 1, Hon. Olufunke Comforter Adeniyi-Olajide has extended warm and heartfelt New Year greetings to people across the world as the year 2026 dawns, expressing gratitude to Almighty God for the…
