Super Falcons defender, Michelle Alozie, has made the shortlist for the FIFPRO XI with teammates Rasheedat Ajibade, Chiamaka Nnadozie, and Esther Okoronkwo — all instrumental in Nigeria’s 2024 WAFCON triumph — missing out. FIFPRO, which means the Fédération Internationale des Associations de Footballeurs Professionnels, announced the shortlist on Monday. “The FIFPRO Women’s World 11 finalists…
A wave of unrest is sweeping through Afijio Local Government Area of Oyo State following a controversial move to appoint the Akibio of Ilora as a permanent member of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs—a decision that many residents say violates the long-standing rotational leadership tradition among the town’s monarchs. Afijio’s traditional structure…
As Nigeria grapples with persistent energy challenges despite its vast renewable potential, the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) says it is stepping up efforts to drive a sustainable energy transition to renewable options. In an interview with Channels Television, the commission’s Director-General Mustafa Abdullahi outlined efforts to boost renewables and addressed concerns over electricity exports….
A shocking scene has emerged from Kogi State, where the Minority Leader of the State House of Assembly, Hon. Idowu Ibikunle, was seen distributing bike tyres to his constituents in Yagba West Local Government as an “empowerment” initiative. This has sparked outrage and ridicule, as many Nigerians question whether such handouts genuinely improve the lives…
Hon. Khadijat Kareem Omotayo has congratulated Hon. Kafilat Adetola Ogbara on her appointment into the All Progressive Congress (APC) National Executive Council. In a congratulatory message sighted by our correspondent, Hon. Khadijat described Hon. Ogbara’s appointment as a testament to her unwavering commitment, exceptional leadership, and dedication to the party. Hon. Kafilat Ogbara, who represents…
Paul Okoye, popular singer and half of PSquare, aka Rudeboy, has called out his twin brother and former bandmate, Peter Okoye, aka Mr P, over an alleged song theft. Following the group’s third breakup earlier this year, Mr P recently released a song titled ‘Winning’. However, in an Instagram post, Rudeboy alleged that he wrote…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that the House of Representatives has launched an investigation into the handling of more than $4.6 billion in health grants received by Nigeria between 2021 and 2025. The funds, provided by the Global Fund and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), were meant to tackle HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria, as…
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, on Tuesday, moved to the ancient Palace in Oyo town, nine months after his installation as the new traditional ruler. This was contained in a statement by the Director of Media and Publicity to the Alaafin, Bode Durojaiye, in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that…
President Donald Trump has ordered an investigation into his predecessor’s actions, Joe Biden and his staff, during his administration in the latest attempt to stoke outlandish “conspiracy theories”. Mr Trump, in a move to discredit Mr Biden, issued an executive order to examine whether some of his predecessor’s presidential actions were legally invalid because his…
The federal government has introduced a new policy to crack down on visa overstayers, with penalties including daily fines and potential bans from re-entering Nigeria. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, minister of interior, announced the new measures during a stakeholders’ meeting in Lagos on Friday. The event, held at NECA House, focused on ongoing immigration reforms, including updates…
