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“Terrorists Need Money” – Sheikh Gumi Sparks Outrage With Fresh Comment

May 18, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has sparked heavy backlash online after comments he made about terrorists and kidnapping operations in Nigeria resurfaced on social media. In the viral clip, Gumi stated that terrorists require money

Court Grants El-Rufai ₦100 Million Bail, Seizes International Passports, Orders Monthly DSS Reporting

May 18, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Justice Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai in the sum of ₦100 million. According to the court ruling, El-Rufai is required to provide

Teachers Protest in Ogbomoso After Gunmen Kidnap Principal, Students From Oyo School

May 18, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Teachers in Ogbomoso, Oo State, have staged a protest following the abduction of a school principal and several students by suspected terrorists who invaded a secondary school in Oriire Local Government Area. The protest comes

“Peter Obi Can Only Be President In Your Dreams” – Arewa Youth President

May 18, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

A statement reportedly made by Danbature, identified as President of Arewa Youths, has sparked widespread reactions online after he criticized Peter Obi and dismissed his chances of becoming Nigeria’s president. In the viral statement, Danbature

Panic In Oyo As Gunmen Abduct School Principal, Students During Class Hours

May 15, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Residents of Ahoro-Esinele community in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State were thrown into panic on Friday after armed men invaded a secondary school and abducted its principal alongside several students. The incident reportedly

2027: “He Will Lose South-East”- Kenneth Okonkwo Calls Peter Obi, Kwankwaso ‘Political Conmen’

May 15, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Former Labour Party spokesperson Kenneth Okonkwo has generated reactions online after making strong remarks about Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso ahead of the 2027 general election. Speaking during a recent political discussion, Okonkwo described both

Governor Seyi Makinde Reportedly Set to Declare 2027 Presidential Bid Amid APM Alliance Talks

May 14, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Fresh political reactions have erupted online following reports that Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde is preparing to formally declare his ambition to contest the 2027 presidential election, alongside a political alliance involving the Allied Peoples

World Bank Locks Instagram Comment Section as Nigerians Protest $1.25bn Loan Reports

May 14, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The World Bank has drawn attention online after it restricted or “locked” comments on an Instagram post amid a surge of reactions from Nigerian users. The reactions followed widespread reports of a proposed $1.25 billion

Former Buhari Minister Sentenced to 75 Years Imprisonment for Alleged ₦33.8bn Theft

May 13, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has sentenced former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, to 75 years imprisonment over the misappropriation of public funds amounting to about ₦33.8 billion. The judgment, which has sparked

Nigerians Storm World Bank Social Media Over Reported $1.25bn Loan Plan

May 13, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Nigerians have stormed the social media pages of the World Bank following reports of a proposed $1.25 billion loan linked to the Nigerian government, sparking widespread debate online. The reactions, which trended across X (formerly

IGP Tunji Disu Bans POS Operators Near Police Stations Nationwide

May 13, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has reportedly banned Point of Sale (POS) operators from operating within 200 metres of police stations and formations across Nigeria over allegations of extortion and corrupt dealings. According to

FG Moves To Borrow Fresh ₦1.7 Trillion Ahead Of 2027 Elections

May 12, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Federal Government has moved to secure a fresh $1.25 billion loan from the World Bank as part of efforts to support economic reforms, job creation, and investment growth ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Hantavirus Scare: “We Will Not Accept Your Lockdown”- Trump Blasts Mask, Vaccine Mandates in Viral Video

May 11, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

A video of United States President, Donald Trump, speaking against lockdowns, mask mandates, and vaccine mandates has resurfaced online amid growing concerns over reported hantavirus cases. The clip began trending shortly after the World Health

“The Battle Has Begun”- Senate Withdraws Controversial Rule Amendment After Oshiomhole’s Heated Protest

May 7, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Nigerian Senate has reportedly withdrawn its proposed amendment to the Senate Standing Orders, a move that has reignited political competition ahead of the 2027 leadership battle in the National Assembly. The amendment, which sparked

“Make E No Reach Here”- Panic Online as WHO Confirms Rare HantaVirus Outbreak

May 7, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The World Health Organization has confirmed eight cases linked to a hantavirus outbreak, raising fresh global health concerns. According to reports, Swiss health authorities identified a hantavirus case involving a passenger from the MV Hondius