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“Pope Francis died of COVID-19 vaccine complications”- Chris Oyakhilome

April 26, 2025 Gist Lovers 0

Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Sparks Controversy Over Comments on Pope Francis’ Death Prominent Nigerian televangelist and founder of Christ Embassy, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, has stirred widespread controversy following his remarks about the death of Pope Francis.

EFCC Unveils Photos Of Four Suspects Linked To CBEX Cryptocurrency Fraud

April 26, 2025 Rhoda Gistlover 0

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has published the photographs of four individuals suspected to be involved in the Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX) scam, which has reportedly caused substantial financial losses to thousands of

Dangote Steps Down as Chairman of Dangote Sugar Refinery

Aliko Dangote’s Net Worth Drops $397 Million As Dangote Cement Shares Tumble

April 24, 2025 Rhoda Gistlover 0

Aliko Dangote, the founder of Dangote Group and Africa’s wealthiest individual, experienced a notable decline in his fortune, losing $397 million in a single day. This drop occurred after a sharp fall in the value

“Pope Francis Passed Away Following Stroke and Cardiac Arrest“ – Vatican Confirms

April 22, 2025 Jessica gistlover 0

Pope Francis, the revered leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has died at the age of 88, following complications from a stroke and heart failure, according to an official Vatican announcement. The pontiff passed away

President Tinubu Mourns Pope Francis, Hails His Legacy of Humility and Compassion

April 21, 2025 Jessica gistlover 0

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has joined the global community in mourning the passing of Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday at the age of 88. In a heartfelt statement personally signed by the Nigerian

Pope Francis Passes Away at 88

April 21, 2025 Jessica gistlover 0

Pope Francis has passed away at the age of 88, marking the end of a groundbreaking 12-year papacy that began in 2013. The Vatican confirmed his death early Monday morning, following a prolonged hospitalization due

Tunde Onakoya Breaks Guinness World Record for Longest Chess Marathon, Aims Higher for A Greater Cause

April 20, 2025 Gist Lovers 0

Nigerian chess champion and humanitarian, Tunde Onakoya, has officially broken the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon. Onakoya, alongside U.S. chess master Shawn Martinez, reached an incredible 62 hours of nonstop chess play

SEC Warns Public After ₦1.3 Trillion CBEX Scam, Admits Inability To Assist Victims

April 19, 2025 Rhoda Gistlover 0

Dr. Emomotimi Agama, Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has announced that the Commission is unable to offer any restitution to the estimated 600,000 Nigerians affected by the recent CBEX cryptocurrency fraud.

FAAN Shuts Down Akanu Ibiam Airport Over Damaged Runway

April 19, 2025 Jessica gistlover 0

The Federal Government has announced a temporary shutdown of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu State due to urgent runway repairs. In a statement released on Saturday, Obiageli Orah, Director of Public Affairs and

Killaboi Extradited To Nigeria Over Murder Of Lead City University Student

April 19, 2025 Rhoda Gistlover 0

The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the extradition of Benjamin Best Nnayereugo, also known as “Killaboi,” from Doha, Qatar, to Nigeria, where he will stand trial for the alleged murder of 21-year-old Augusta Oseodion Onuwabhagbe.

Peter Obi Offers Scholarship To Yusuf Alabi After Unjust Incarceration

April 19, 2025 Rhoda Gistlover 0

Prominent Nigerian political figure, Peter Obi, has earned widespread praise following his decision to sponsor the education of Quadri Yusuf Alabi, a teenager who recently gained public attention after being freed from Kirikiri Correctional Centre.

Young Nigerian Man Goes Viral After Announcing Move to Join Russian Army

April 19, 2025 Gist Lovers 0

A young Nigerian man has stirred widespread attention on social media after publicly announcing that he has joined the Russian military. Identified on the platform X (formerly Twitter) as @AbbakarAffan, the individual shared a photo

“I Wanted Fubara To Be Removed, But Tinubu S Rescued Him With State Of Emergency”- Wike

April 18, 2025 Rhoda Gistlover 0

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has revealed that he had advocated for the complete removal of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, but it was President Bola Tinubu’s decisive action that

“Verydarkman should apologize to Sultan of Sokoto in 48 hrs“ – Arewa Youth President

April 18, 2025 Jessica gistlover 0

Ambassador Abdul DanBature, the President of Northern Nigerian Youths, has given social media activist Verydarkman a 48-hour ultimatum to apologize to the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, following comments made by the activist about

Court Grants Suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Bail on Self-Recognition

Kogi State Police Confirm Attack on Senator Natasha’s Family House

April 18, 2025 Jessica gistlover 0

The Kogi State Police Command has confirmed the attack on the family home of Senator Natasha Akpoti by unknown assailants in the late hours of Tuesday. Earlier reports from Gistlover had indicated that the attackers,