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World Bank Approves Fresh $1.25bn Loan for Nigeria Despite Rising Debt Concerns

July 1, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The World Bank has approved a fresh $1.25 billion loan for Nigeria under its Nigeria Actions for Investment and Jobs Acceleration (NAIJA) programme, despite growing public concern over the country’s rising debt burden. The approval

Just In: Former Minister Uche Nnaji Arrested at Abuja Airport Over Alleged Certificate Forgery

July 1, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Former Minister of Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, has been arrested at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, over allegations of certificate forgery. According to authoritative airport sources, Nnaji was apprehended on Wednesday shortly after

I Never Approved Foreign Loans Without Proper Scrutiny as Senate President – Saraki

July 1, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Former Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, has dismissed claims that he routinely approved foreign loan requests during his tenure, insisting that every borrowing proposal was subjected to legislative scrutiny despite political pressure. Speaking at the

FG Announces Major Secondary School Reform, Plans to Scrap JSS/SSS Policy

July 1, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Federal Government has announced plans to scrap the policy separating the administration of Junior Secondary Schools (JSS) and Senior Secondary Schools (SSS), saying the system has failed to achieve its intended objectives. Minister of

‘We Won’t Let Their Hard Work Go to Waste’- FG Says South Africa May Compensate Nigerians Forced to Abandon Their Businesses

June 30, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Federal Government has announced plans to seek compensation from the South African government for Nigerians who were forced to abandon their businesses and properties due to rising anti-immigrant protests. The Acting Nigerian High Commissioner

BREAKING: INEC Restores NDC Portal Access, Peter Obi’s Details Set for Upload

June 30, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The NDC says INEC has restored its nomination portal access, allowing the party to upload the names of Peter Obi and Seriake Dickson despite the ongoing legal dispute over the party’s status. The move has

FG Supports Tomato, Pepper, Bole and Other Petty Traders, Not Just Akara And KuliKuli Sellers – Remi Tinubu

June 30, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has clarified that her women empowerment programme is not limited to akara sellers, saying it also supports tomato, pepper, vegetable, and bole (roasted plantain) vendors, as well as other petty

FG Extends NYSC Orientation Camp to Six Weeks, Ends Military Drills, Introduces New Uniform

June 30, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Federal Government has approved a major overhaul of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), extending the orientation camp programme from three weeks to six weeks as part of reforms aimed at repositioning the scheme.

“You Don’t Expect Him to Wear Khaki” – Pastor Adeboye Defends Tinubu, Says He Has Done His Part on Insecurity

June 29, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Enoch Adeboye, has defended President Bola Tinubu against criticism over the country’s worsening insecurity, arguing that the President has fulfilled his responsibility by issuing

Nigerian Businessman ‘Big Joe’ Shot Dead in South Africa as Xenophobia Fears Rise

June 29, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

A Nigerian businessman popularly known as Big Joe has reportedly been shot dead outside his shop in Witbank (Emalahleni), Mpumalanga Province, South Africa, amid growing concerns over rising anti-foreigner tensions in parts of the country.

“I Watched It Live”- US Official Claims 199 Jihadists Killed in Nigeria in Biggest Raid Since 9/11

June 29, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

A senior United States counterterrorism official, Sebastian Gorka, has claimed that 199 jihadists were killed during a military operation in Nigeria, describing it as the largest enemy neutralization since the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

“Trump Is Wrong” – Northern CAN Rejects Claim That Christian K!!!!ngs Have Ended

June 29, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19 Northern states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), alongside the Ecumenical Synods of Bishops, Archbishops, Apostles and Senior Clergy, has rejected claims by Donald Trump that

Primate Ayodele Warns of Possible Bandit Attack on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

June 29, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has warned of a possible security threat along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, urging security agencies to heighten surveillance in the coming weeks. Speaking during Sunday’s church

“Our Candidates Will Be on the Ballot NDC Insists Its Candidates Will Be on 2027 Ballot Despite Court Ruling

June 27, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has maintained that its candidates will appear on the ballot in the 2027 general elections despite the recent court ruling affecting the party’s registration. The party’s National Secretary, Ikenna Enekweizu,

Peter Obi Alleges FG Is Trying to Stop His 2027 Presidential Bid After Court Voids NDC Registration

June 26, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has alleged that the Federal Government is making efforts to prevent him from contesting in the 2027 general election. Obi made the statement while speaking at Madonna University in Anambra