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Femi Falana Slams Proposed Salary Hike for Politicians

August 26, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

Human rights lawyer Femi Falana, SAN, has criticized plans to raise salaries for political office holders, calling it “insensitive” given Nigeria’s current economic situation. He made the remarks on Sunrise Daily following a proposal by

Delta Police PRO Responds to Viral Video of Officers Counting Cash in Asaba

August 26, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

The Nigerian Police have responded to a viral video showing officers counting bundles of money after a patrol. The video, shared on X, sparked widespread reactions online. Police Public Relations Officer Bright Edafe stated that

FG Declares Friday, September 5, Public Holiday for Eid-ul-Mawlid

There is no more corruption in Nigeria – President Tinubu Declares

August 26, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

President Bola Tinubu has declared that corruption is no longer a barrier in Nigeria, crediting his administration’s reforms for restoring transparency and boosting investor confidence. Speaking in Brazil during the signing of bilateral agreements, Tinubu

Ifgreen Foods Clinches the 7th National MSME of the Year 2025

August 26, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

It was indeed a Passion to Prestige story as Ifeoma Mary Okonkwo leads Ifgreen Industries and Investment Ltd to the pinnacle of MSME excellence Ifgreen Foods was named the National MSME of the Year and

Japan Denies Offering Special Visas to Nigerians Under “JICA Africa Hometown” Initiative

August 26, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

The Japanese government has debunked reports claiming that its newly launched “JICA Africa Hometown” programme includes the issuance of special visas or immigration privileges to Nigerians or other Africans. In a statement released on Monday,

Trump Suggests Renaming Department of Defense to “Department of War”

August 26, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

U.S. President Donald Trump has floated the idea of changing the Pentagon’s name from the Department of Defense back to the “Department of War.” During a meeting at the White House with South Korean President

EFCC Declares Man in Legge Miami Matchmaking Show a Dismissed Staff, Orders Arrest

August 25, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

A former staff member of Nigeria’s anti-graft agency, EFCC, has stirred controversy after featuring on a social media matchmaking show. In a statement, the Commission clarified that Folarin is no longer in its employment, describing

Ooni of Ife Vows to Help Sunday Igboho Off Wanted List

August 25, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has promised to help Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Igboho, get his name removed from Nigeria’s wanted list. Igboho, declared wanted after a 2021 DSS raid on his Ibadan

Atiku Confirms 2027 Presidential Bid, Says Nigeria Must Be Rescued

August 25, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has confirmed he will contest the 2027 presidential election. Speaking through his spokesperson, Tunde Olusunle, Atiku clarified from his UAE holiday home that contrary to reports, he is not stepping

Sultan of Sokoto Laments Failing Justice System, Says “Justice Is Becoming a Purchasable Commodity”

August 25, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, has voiced concern over the state of Nigeria’s judiciary, lamenting that it now largely serves the interests of the wealthy while neglecting the poor. Speaking on Sunday in

Femi Falana Urges EFCC to Return Recovered N32.7bn, $445,000 to NSIPA

August 25, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

Senior Advocate of Nigeria and human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to ensure that the recently recovered N32.7 billion and $445,000 from officials of the Ministry of

“I Face Constant Attacks Over My Race and Ethnicity”- Kemi Badenoch

August 25, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

UK Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has pushed back against critics questioning her rise to leadership, accusing them of resorting to racist tropes. In an interview with The Times, Badenoch revealed that some individuals within

Nigerian Clergyman Arrested In Benin Republic For Two Years Over Rape Allegation

August 23, 2025 Rhoda Gistlover 0

A Nigerian pastor, Benjamin Egbaji from Cross River State, has spent two years in detention in Benin Republic following allegations of rape. The information was shared by the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca

“₦1m Is Serious Money, Not A Stipend”- Gov. Umo Eno Warns Aides

August 23, 2025 Rhoda Gistlover 0

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has scolded some of his political aides for downplaying their salaries and deceiving the public about their welfare. The governor made this known during a Town Square Meeting with

Forbes: Aliko Dangote’s Net Worth Soars to $23.9B, Reclaims Spot Among World’s 100 Richest

August 23, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

Nigerian business mogul Aliko Dangote has nearly doubled his fortune, with his net worth surging to $23.9 billion, according to Forbes. This sharp rise cements his status as Africa’s richest man and places him 86th