Donald Trump on Wednesday said the US will implement “reciprocal tariffs” on all countries of “approximately half” of what they charge us, he said. Nigeria will now face a 14% tariff on its exports to the U.S. in response to the 27% tariff the Nigerian government currently imposes on American products. Bringing out a chart…
The Anambra State government has arraigned three native doctors, including Chidozie Nwangwu, popularly known as “Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki”, Eke Hit and Onye Eze. Three of them were docked at the Anambra State High Court, Awka, at exactly 11:58 am on Friday. After taking their pleas, the matter has been adjourned. Their arraignment came about…
Music legend 2Baba has officially introduced his new partner, lawmaker Natasha Osawaru, to his family in a video that has since gone viral. The introduction follows a rocky chapter in 2Baba’s personal life, including a widely publicised breakup with his longtime partner, Annie Macaulay, and an emotional plea from his mother urging Natasha to distance…
Anti-corruption agencies and organizations have proffered solutions on how Nigeria youths could be rescued from their present lust for illicit wealth acquisition through different corrupt practices such as internet fraud. The stakeholders who offered their submissions at the Town hall meeting in commemoration of the 2024 International anti-corruption Day at the South East zonal office…
Popular Nigerian TikToker Iya Ogba has weighed in on the ongoing controversy surrounding content creator Ijoba Lande and his estranged wife, Dara, alleging that multiple married actors were involved with her. Her statement follows recent accusations against veteran actor Baba Tee, who was accused of having an intimate relationship with Lande’s wife. Addressing the matter,…
The Lagos State Government has sealed popular Ketu and Mile 12 markets for persistent violations of environmental laws. The crackdown, which took place overnight, targeted markets and shops involved in illegal waste disposal on roads, medians, and highways, an action that contradicts the Lagos State Environmental Management and Protection Law of 2017. The Commissioner for…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that the federal government is proposing that the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and the Nigerian Port Authority (NPA) to begin collecting charges, fees, fines and others in Naira rather than in foreign currencies. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga disclosed this during a…
Controversial American rapper, Kanye West, has pleaded with President Donald Trump to pardon imprisoned music mogul, Sean Combs, aka Puff Diddy or Diddy. GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that Diddy is currently facing more than 30 civil lawsuits alleging sexual assault and misconduct. He’s currently in a New York jail awaiting a federal criminal trial on sex…
Funke Akindele has been named the highest-grossing lead actress of 2024, thanks to her film ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa,‘ which raked in N1.125 billion at the box office. In an Instagram post on Monday, FilmOne Entertainment, the prestigious movie distribution company in West Africa, celebrated the top 10 highest-grossing Nollywood lead and supporting actresses of 2024….
Grade A Customary Court, Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, has adjourned for further hearing a divorce suit brought before it by a woman, Aduke, against her husband, Aremu, whom she accused of being lazy, refused to work and was being fed by his parents. Aduke added that she worked round the clock to make up for…