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“No Negotiations, No Ransom”- Defence Minister Warns States Against Peace Deals With Bandits

January 16, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd.), has cautioned state governments against entering into any form of peace deals with bandits, describing such moves as risky and harmful to national security. Speaking during an

Panic as School Building Partially Collapses in Ikorodu, Lagos

January 16, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Residents of Odo-Kekere Community in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State were thrown into panic on Thursday evening after a section of a public school building partially collapsed. According to residents, the incident happened on

Ogun Parents Cry Out as 4-Year-Old Daughter Goes Missing

January 16, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

A Nigerian couple has appealed to the public for help in finding their missing four-year-old daughter, Oluwadabira, who was allegedly abducted in Ogijo, Ogun State. In a video circulating online, the distressed father, Olufemi Adakeja,

Biafra Group Removes Simon Ekpa As Leader, Ogechukwu Nkere Appointed Prime Minister

January 16, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Simon Ekpa has been removed as the leader of the Biafra Republic Government in Exile (BRGIE) following his continued detention in Finland. In a statement released on Thursday, BRGIE announced that Ogechukwu Nkere has been

Natasha Akpoti Reacts as Court Throws Out Defamation and Criminal Charges filed against her by FG

January 15, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) has welcomed the Federal Government’s decision to withdraw the criminal defamation charges earlier filed against her, describing the move as a validation of her stance. Speaking to journalists on

“This Is a National Loss”-Peter Obi Attends Burial of 3 Brothers K!lled in Great Nigeria Insurance House Fire

January 15, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has mourned the Omatu brothers who d!ed in the fire incident at the Great Nigeria Insurance House in Lagos. Obi attended their burial on January 14 in Ihiala, Anambra State,

“Whoever is going to defeat Tinubu must be ready to show your red eyes”- Datti Baba-Ahmed

January 15, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Senator Datti Baba-Ahmed, former vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has made a striking statement about the political resolve required to unseat President Bola Tinubu. Speaking during a recent public engagement, Baba-Ahmed declared that anyone

Trial Continues as Owo Attack Survivors Give Graphic Accounts in Abuja Court

January 15, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

A grieving couple on Wednesday told the Federal High Court in Abuja how they survived the June 5, 2022, terror attack on St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State, describing scenes of horror

Iran Warns of Attacks on U.S. Military Bases if Trump Intervenes in Protests

January 14, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Iran has warned the United States against intervening in its ongoing nationwide protests, saying such action would trigger attacks on U.S. military bases across the Middle East. The warning was issued by a senior Iranian

JAMB Begins Sale Of 2026 UTME And Direct Entry Application Forms

January 14, 2026 Rhoda Gistlover 0

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the commencement of application sales for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) admissions for the 2026/2027 academic session. In a statement

“I Receive Thr3@ts for Trying to Fix a Broken System” – Oyedele on Tax Reforms

January 14, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has disclosed that he has received threats to his life over ongoing efforts to overhaul Nigeria’s tax system. Oyedele made the

Nigeria Engages American Lobbyists For $9m to Address US Concerns Over Christian K!!!!ngs

January 14, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The federal government has entered into a $9 million contract with a United States–based lobbying firm to help convey Nigeria’s efforts to protect Christians to the US government. According to a lobbying disclosure filed with

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“Prioritise Your Safety”- Police Warns Nigerians Against F!ght!ng Criminals

January 14, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Nigeria Police Force has advised Nigerians to prioritise their personal safety and avoid resisting criminals when confronted in dangerous situations. The Force Public Relations Officer, Mr. Benjamin Hundeyin, gave the advice during an interview

Family Seeks Justice as Woman Dies After Surgical Scissors Allegedly Left Inside Her in Kano Hospital

January 14, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The family of Aishatu Umar is demanding justice following her death after a Kano hospital allegedly left surgical scissors inside her body during an operation. The incident was made public by Nafiu Muhammad, who identified

“You’re a trader, not a leader”- Omokri Dismisses Obi’s Claims on President Tinubu’s Whereabouts

January 13, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Former presidential aide Reno Omokri has criticised former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi over claims that President Bola Tinubu has abandoned governance due to prolonged stays abroad. Omokri reacted to Obi’s post on X,