In a shocking incident that has caught the attention of many on social media, a Nigerian man was apprehended after trying to sell a stolen iPhone 13 Pro Max for only ₦30,000. The iPhone 13 Pro Max, a high-end smartphone, is typically valued at hundreds of thousands of naira, making the suspect’s offer surprisingly low….
A petrol tanker on Sunday rammed into the convoy of Senate President Godswill Akpabio, killing a police dispatch rider, Ibrahim Hussaini. Akpabio announced the passing of the dispatch rider on Tuesday during the plenary, where he condoled with the family of the deceased. Dispatch riders, often police officers, usually ride government-branded motorcycles as part of…
The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, says the Federal Government plans to establish 7,000 digital hospitals in rural communities. Tijani disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja while unveiling a digital hospital and school in Ibwa 2 community, located in Gwagwalada, Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The minister revealed that President Bola…
A tragic incident has occurred in the Aji community of Enugu-Ezike, located in Igbo Eze North Local Government Area, Enugu State. A woman, whose identity remains unknown, is alleged to have killed her younger sister using a cutlass. Reports also indicate that she attempted to harm both her mother and her younger sister’s child. While…
Gynaecologists and dermatologists have warned expectant mothers to exercise caution in the use of skincare products during pregnancy, stressing that substances applied to the skin can be absorbed into the bloodstream and potentially harm the developing fetus. The experts agreed that while beauty and self-care are important, they must never come at the cost of…
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested one David Effiong on full masquerade regalia for allegedly disrupting public peace. According to the Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Azare, the suspect will be charged to court accordingly in masquerade uniform. GISTSMATE MEDIA earlier reported that the Governor of the state, Umo Eno, has announced a…
“She was a woman whose warmth could melt the coldest heart, whose laughter could chase away any shadow. “She was a devoted wife, a cherished daughter, a beloved sister, and a friend to all. “Temitope dreamed of motherhood, of cradling her child, of singing lullabies and of sharing her boundless love. “Tope just rounded…
Pastor Funke Awolowo, late Obafemi Awolowo’s grand-daughter, has resigned her membership of the Labour Party Executive Committee in Lagos State. Until her resignation, Awolowo was the party’s Head of Mobilisation and Integration Team in Lagos. In a statement shared with Vanguard, the grandchild of the late sage said recent developments within the party made it…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have killed a health worker Akinola Oyabiyi. Oyabiyi, 46, was shot dead inside his car near the Akure Airport at Eleyowo in Akure North Local Government Area. It was around the Akure Airport area that two farmers were abducted last week. Sources said the deceased was…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that the Rivers State Government has announced the suspension of all political office holders in the state. Those appointed by the suspended Governor, Siminalayi Fubara are particularly affected. The suspended officials include the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), the Chief of Staff, commissioners, board chairpersons and members, and officials in agencies,…
