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Tinubu Sends Dr. Doro’s Name to Senate for Ministerial Confirmation

October 21, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Dr. Bernard Doro from Plateau State as a Federal Minister, pending Senate confirmation. The nomination follows a cabinet reshuffle after Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs

FreeNnamdiKanuNow: Kanu’s Lawyer and Brother Remanded in Kuje Prison

October 21, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor, and his brother, Prince Emmanuel Kanu, have been remanded in Kuje Prison by a magistrate court sitting in Kuje, Abuja, on Tuesday. Their remand followed their participation in the #FreeNnamdiKanuNow

Seventeen-Year-Old Joy Ogah Takes On Role Of Nigeria’s Vice President For A Day

October 21, 2025 Rhoda Gistlover 0

Seventeen-year-old Joy Ogah stepped into the role of Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, for a day on Monday in a symbolic handover aimed at amplifying the voices of young people. Organized in collaboration with PLAN

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“I Won’t Join Any Protest Again” – Deji Adeyanju Declares

October 21, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

Human rights activist and political commentator, Deji Adeyanju, has declared that he will no longer participate in physical protests, citing betrayal by Nigerians and concerns for his safety. In a statement shared via his verified

Peter Obi Slams Move to Remove Mathematics as Compulsory for University Admission

October 21, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticized the reported removal of Mathematics as a compulsory subject for university admission in Nigeria, describing it as “a regrettable step backwards.” In a post on

De Imperial Philanthropic Family Launches ₦50 Million Scholarship Examination Across Southeast States

October 21, 2025 Gistlover Stella 1

De Imperial Philanthropic Family Kicks Off the 50 Million Naira Scholarship Exam for Top JAMB Performers The ongoing DIPF Scholarship Examination for 2025 Top JAMB Performers in the Southeast has been recording massive turnouts of

“Igbos Need Nigeria, and Nigeria Needs the Igbos” – Governor Soludo Declares

October 21, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State has declared that he does not support the Southeast leaving Nigeria, stressing that the progress of the region is tied to its unity with the nation. Speaking on Channels

Chaos in Abuja as Police Detain American, Local Journalists at #FreeNnamdiKanu Protest

October 20, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

An American journalist with Agence France-Presse (AFP), Nick Roll, was arrested on Monday while covering the #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest in Abuja. Roll was detained alongside Nigerian videographer John Okunyomih at the entrance of the Transcorp Hilton

Sowore Claims Police Opened Fire During Abuja Protest, Arrested Kanu’s Relatives

October 20, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has accused the Nigerian police of firing live bullets at peaceful protesters during Monday’s #FreeNnamdiKanu rally in Abuja. Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, Sowore alleged that security forces

Senator Abba Moro’s Son Dies a Day After Grandson’s Burial

October 20, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

The family of Senate Minority Leader, Senator Patrick Abba Moro, has been thrown into mourning following the heartbreaking loss of his son and grandson within just two days. According to reports by DAILY POST, the

Chaos in Abuja as Police Disperse Pro-Kanu Protest with Teargas

October 20, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

A viral video has sparked outrage after police officers reportedly fired teargas at protesters demanding the release of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu in Abuja. The peaceful #FreeNnamdiKanuNow rally, led by activist Omoyele Sowore, took place

EFCC Reportedly Traces N80bn to Former Refinery MD’s Bank Account

EFCC Raises Alarm as Yahoo Boys ‘Go Spiritual’ in New Fraud Trend

October 18, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a stern warning to Nigerians over a worrying new development among internet fraudsters, commonly known as “Yahoo Boys.” In a statement shared on its official X

NOA Issues Fresh Directive on Proper Rendition of National Anthem and Pledge

October 18, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has released an official notice outlining the proper protocol for singing and reciting Nigeria’s National Anthem and Pledge at public events. According to the directive shared via the agency’s verified

Police Summon Sujimoto CEO Over Alleged $556,000 Fraud

October 18, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

The Nigeria Police Force has summoned Lagos businessman and CEO of Sujimoto Luxury Construction Limited, Olasijibomi Ogundele, for questioning over allegations of advance fee fraud and criminal misappropriation. According to a letter dated October 16,

Wike Denies 2027 Presidential Ambition, Declares Support for Tinubu Till 2031

October 18, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims that a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is “pushing” him to contest the 2027 presidential election. Wike described the report