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“I Am Ten Times Bigger And Very Dangerous Now” – David Umahi Dismisses Critics, Issues Bold Warning

January 26, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Minister of Works, David Umahi, has made a bold declaration about his political strength and influence, dismissing critics and warning opponents to tread carefully. Umahi made the remarks while speaking at a public gathering in

Beatrice Ekweremadu Back in Nigeria Following UK Prison Release

January 26, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

There was jubilation in parts of Enugu State following the return of Beatrice Ekweremadu, wife of former Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu, after her release from a United Kingdom prison. Beatrice arrived in Abuja on

2027: “We Have the Money and Federal Support”- Florence Ajimobi Vows APC Will Take Back Oyo

January 24, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Florence Ajimobi, the widow of former Oyo State Governor Abiola Ajimobi, has declared that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is preparing for a fierce political battle ahead of the 2027 Oyo State governorship election. Speaking

Man chooses 1-year imprisonment instead of refunding ₦1.5billion mistakenly paid into his account

January 24, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

A Nigerian man has sparked widespread reactions online after reportedly choosing to serve a one-year jail term rather than refund ₦1.5 billion mistakenly credited to his First Bank account. The incident was shared on X

Protesters Storm APC Headquarters, Demand Wike’s Removal as FCT Minister

January 24, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Protesters have taken to the streets of Abuja, storming the national headquarters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to demand the removal of Nyesom Wike as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The demonstrators

You Can’t Take Me To The Prison – Activist, Detoun Onajobi, Dares Ogun Gov, Dapo Abiodun

January 23, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Activist Detoun Adejobi has hit back at Ogun Governor Dapo Abiodun after police filed six charges against her for alleged cyberbullying. The charges relate to a December 2025 video where Detoun criticized the state after

Chief Judge Refuses to Set Up Panel Against Fubara, Deputy

January 22, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Chief Judge of Rivers State, Justice Chibuzor Simeon Amadi, has refused to set up a seven-member panel to probe allegations of gross misconduct against Governor Sim Fubara and his Deputy, Ngozi Ordu. In a

Emir of Kano, Sanusi II, Returns to Classroom as Law Student at Northwest University

January 21, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has returned to the classroom after enrolling as a 200-level Law student at Northwest University, Kano. The traditional ruler was seen attending lectures alongside other undergraduates on Tuesday,

Federal High Court Orders INEC to Recognize Nenadi Usman as LP Leader

January 21, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Federal High Court in Abuja has upheld the removal of Julius Abure as the National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP) and ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognize the Senator Nenadi

We Are Starved, Treated Like Slaves – Army Instructors Raise Alarm Over Poor Welfare at Kontagora Training Centre

January 21, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Some Nigerian Army personnel attached to the Nigerian Army Training Centre (NATRAC) in Kontagora, Niger State, have raised concerns over poor welfare and alleged inhumane treatment by their commanding officer. The soldiers claimed they are

APC Chieftain Claims Tinubu is Unbeatable in 2027 Election

January 20, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has sparked widespread reactions after boldly declaring that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu cannot be defeated in the 2027 presidential election. According to the APC figure, Tinubu’s political

If you don’t like Tinubu as president Jump into Lagos lagoon: Femi Fani-Kayode

‘It Was Not Based On Onitsha Screwdriver Seller Intel’ -FFK Denies NYT Claim on U.S. Airstrikes in Sokoto

January 19, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Ambassador-designate Femi Fani-Kayode has dismissed as false a report by The New York Times claiming that recent U.S. airstrikes in parts of Sokoto State were carried out based on intelligence from a civilian source. In

“No to embezzlement of our funds”- Bishop Erifeta Blocked From Resuming Duty as Anglicans Protest in Sapele

January 19, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Members of the Cathedral Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) in Sapele, Delta State, on Sunday protested against Bishop Erifeta’s attempt to resume office as the church’s Substantive Bishop. The demonstration disrupted the Sunday service along

81-Year-Old Museveni Secures Another Term as Uganda’s President, Extends 40-Year Rule

January 17, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Uganda’s Electoral Commission has officially declared President Yoweri Museveni as the winner of the 2026 presidential election, securing him another term in office after a tightly contested vote that drew criticism over an internet shutdown

Lagos Government Investigates Death of 9-month-old Twins After Routine Immunization

January 17, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Lagos State Government has ordered a postmortem examination on nine-month-old identical twins, Testimony and Timothy Alozie, who reportedly d!ed about 24 hours after receiving routine immunisation at a primary health care centre in the