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“Public Service Is Not for Money”- Emir of Kano Sends Strong Message to Politicians, Hails Otti

April 24, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, has emphasised that public service should be driven by integrity and a sense of duty, not personal financial gain. Speaking at a recent event, the monarch highlighted the

“It is better to borrow for infrastructure”- Akpabio Backs Tinubu on Fresh $516m Borrowing Plan

April 24, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has thrown his weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s latest external borrowing request, describing it as a strategic step toward financing critical infrastructure. Akpabio made the remarks during plenary while reacting

“It Was Well Planned”- Sowore Responds to VDMs threat of sending him to prison

April 23, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has responded to recent tensions involving social media personality VeryDarkMan (VDM), addressing claims and recounting his past involvement in the activist’s legal troubles. In a video

“$516m Loan Again? we no dey feel am for street, we just dey see am for paper-” Fayose Questions Tinubu’s Borrowing

April 23, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Nigerian businessman and social commentator Isaac Fayose has sparked reactions online after criticising President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over recent borrowing claims while simultaneously showing off his newly acquired luxury vehicle. In a video shared on

South-East Seaport Will Collapse Lagos Monopoly – Cosmas Maduka Explains Why

April 23, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Chairman and CEO of Coscharis Group, Cosmas Maduka, has weighed in on Nigeria’s economic structure, calling for the development of a seaport in the South-East region. Speaking on the potential impact of such infrastructure,

We Don’t Have Poverty Problem, We Have Inequality Crisis – Tinubu Aide, Tope Fasua

April 22, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Economic Affairs, Tope Fasua, has said that Nigeria should not be described as a poor country, but rather a nation facing a deep inequality crisis. Speaking

“Paying Idle Staff Is Corruption”- Peter Obi Slams Wasteful Governance, Defends Cost-Cutting as Former Governor

April 22, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Former Anambra State governor and presidential aspirant Peter Obi has criticised the high cost of governance in Nigeria, describing it as a major contributor to corruption. Obi made the remarks while speaking at the fourth

“Anybody can record any police officer at his duty post.”- Lagos CP Warns Officers Against Searching Phones, Backs Public Recording

April 21, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Tijani Fatai, has issued a directive warning officers against searching the phones of individuals, while also affirming the public’s right to record police activities. Speaking on the matter, the

2027: “We Will Disappoint Him”- Asari Dokubo Vows to Campaign Against Kwankwaso

April 21, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Former Niger Delta militant leader Asari Dokubo has vowed to campaign against former Kano State governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso ahead of the 2027 general elections. Dokubo made the statement hours after Kwankwaso released a video

“They’re feeding fat on the sweat of the police”- Retired Police Officers Demand Better Pay, Stage Protest in Abuja

April 20, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Retired policemen in Nigeria have staged a protest at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, voicing deep frustration over what they described as poor welfare and inadequate pension payments. The protesters accused authorities, including the National

“T3rr0r!$t$ Are Being Reintegrated Into Security Forces”- Sowore Accuses Authorities of Enabling Insecurity in Nigeria

April 20, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Human rights activist Yele Sowore has stirred controversy after making strong allegations about terrorism and national security in Nigeria. In a statement shared publicly, he accused government authorities of complicity and questioned the handling of

“He is incapable of addressing Nigeria’s security challenges’- Kenneth Okonkwo Criticizes Tinubu

April 15, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kenneth Okonkwo, has criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the handling of Nigeria’s security and governance challenges. Speaking on the current state of the nation, Okonkwo argued

“We Saw Twins on Scan”- Chaos Erupts as Family Accuses Doctor of Hiding Second Twin After Birth.

April 15, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

A serious controversy has erupted at a medical facility after a family alleged that a doctor failed to present one of their twins following delivery. According to accounts shared online, multiple antenatal scans had confirmed

“Nigeria Expanding Faster Than US, UK” – Daniel Bwala Cites IMF Report

April 15, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Nigerian Presidency has expressed optimism about the country’s economic outlook, stating that Nigeria is on track to grow faster than several major advanced economies by 2026. This position was conveyed by Daniel Bwala, Special

“I Gave Him 5 Children”- Woman Ends 15-Year Relationship Over Unpaid Bride Price, Sparks Reactions

April 14, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

A Nigerian woman has stirred widespread reactions after revealing she ended her 15-year relationship due to the non-payment of her bride price. The story, which gained traction after being shared by YabaLeftOnline, featured the woman