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Newly Married POS Operator Electrocuted After High-Tension Cable Snaps in Anambra

August 6, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

A newly married POS operator in Nibo, Awka South LGA, Anambra State, was electrocuted after a high-tension cable snapped and fell on him. The tragic incident, which occurred over the weekend in front of his

Kemi Badenoch Clearly Explains Why She No Longer Identifies as Nigerian

August 6, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

British politician Kemi Badenoch has clarified her stance on nationality and identity, revealing in an interview with GB News why she “no longer identifies as Nigerian.” Her remarks quickly stirred reactions online, with many debating

Nigerian Anglican Church Slams Church of Wales, Cuts Ties Over Gay Archbishop

August 5, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has cut ties with the Church of Wales following the election of Bishop Cherry Vann, an openly gay cleric, as Archbishop of Wales. Primate Henry Ndukuba announced the decision

FG to Introduce Mandatory Drug Testing in Nigerian Universities

August 5, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

The federal government has announced plans to introduce compulsory drug testing for students in tertiary institutions across Nigeria. According to NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi, the initiative—driven by the Ministry of Education and NDLEA—aims to tackle

Peter Obi Expresses Surprise Over Backlash on His One-Term Pledge

August 5, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, says he is baffled by the controversy over his pledge to serve only one term if elected. In a post on social media, Obi stressed that true leadership

2027: “If I Were His Son, I’d Ask Why He Keeps Jumping From Party to Party”- Wike Slams Atiku

August 4, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has criticized former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over his 2027 presidential ambition. Speaking at a media parley in Abuja, Wike questioned Atiku’s repeated party defections since 1999, noting that his recent

First Openly Lesbian Anglican Archbishop Says Same-Sex Marriage in Church Is “Inevitable”

August 4, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

The new Archbishop of Wales, the Most Rev. Cherry Vann, has said that same-sex marriage in the church is “inevitable.” Vann, 66, shared in an interview with The Guardian how she kept her sexuality hidden

Olubadan-In-Council Confirms Former Oyo State Governor as 44th Olubadan

August 4, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

The Olubadan-In-Council has nominated former Oyo State Governor Rashidi Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. The nomination was announced on Monday during a meeting at the Olubadan Palace in Oke-Aremo, Ibadan North LGA, presided

“I Won’t Let Buccaneers and Vampires Take Over”- Wike Vows to Stay in PDP

August 4, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has vowed to remain in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), declaring he will not abandon the party to what he described as “Buccaneers and Vampires.” Speaking during his monthly media chat

“No Government Can Solve All Problems, But We’re Focused on Improving Lives”- Wike

August 4, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has said it is unrealistic to expect any government, including President Tinubu’s administration, to solve all of Abuja’s problems. Speaking at a media parley in Abuja, Wike emphasized that while not

Nigerians Will Enjoy Uninterrupted Power Supply Before 2031 – Minister of Power Adelabu

August 4, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has assured Nigerians that the country will achieve stable and uninterrupted electricity supply before President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s tenure ends in 2031. He gave the assurance on Saturday, August 2,

Church of Nigeria Rejects Election of Lesbian Archbishop of Wales, Calls for Return to Biblical Teachings

August 4, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has condemned the election of Rt. Rev. Cherry Vann, an openly lesbian cleric, as Archbishop of Wales, calling it a “serious departure from biblical teaching” and a threat to

Bayelsa Real Estate Mogul Rescued from Forest Days After Disappearance

August 4, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

The Bayelsa State Police Command has confirmed the discovery of the lifeless body of missing real estate mogul, Ekpeboh Richard, days after he was declared missing. Operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) found his

92-Year-Old Nigerian Man Accuses Police Of Son’s Death In Custody

August 2, 2025 Rhoda Gistlover 0

Festus Arhagba, a 92-year-old Nigerian man who recently returned to the country after years abroad, has accused the Nigeria Police Force of causing the death of his 50-year-old son, Kingsley Arhagba, while in custody at

“Nigerians Should Allow Tinubu to Govern Till 2031”- Babangida Aliyu

August 2, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

Former Niger State Governor, Muazu Babangida Aliyu, says President Bola Tinubu deserves a fair chance to complete two terms, just as Nigerians endured ex-President Muhammadu Buhari for eight years. Speaking on Arise TV, Aliyu, who