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Remi Tinubu Urges Nigerians to Respect and Support Their Leaders, Condemns Public Mockery of Leaders

February 9, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Remi Tinubu, has reacted to the growing attention surrounding United States President Donald Trump’s recognition at the 74th Annual National Prayer Breakfast held in Washington, D.C., using the moment to call

Doctor Spots Alleged Kidnappers Who Abducted Him and Demanded ₦100m, at Edo Hospital

February 9, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Two men suspected of kidnapping a medical doctor and his brother in Edo State have been arrested in a dramatic incident at the Edo State University Teaching Hospital, Auchi. The suspects, identified as Idris Abubakar

“They Are Sabotaging Us”-Missionary Accuses Benue State of Blocking Post-Bandit Attack Reconstruction

February 7, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

An American missionary has accused the Benue State Government of blocking his attempt to build a market in Yelwata village, alleging that officials inflated the project cost to ₦300 million instead of the ₦60 million

“The People Are Suffering”- Senator Ali Ndume Accuses Power Minister of Arbitrary Tariff Hike

February 7, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Senator Ali Ndume has strongly criticized the recent hike in electricity tariffs, describing it as unfair and unconstitutional. Speaking passionately, the senator expressed anger over what he called discrimination in the electricity billing system, particularly

“They Came to Preach, Then They K!!!3d Us” – Kwara Attack Survivors Recount Experience

February 7, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Survivors of a deadly jihadist attack on the communities of Woro and Nuku in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State have recounted how militants k!!!ed dozens of residents and abducted many others in a

ICPC Launches Investigation Into Uche Nnaji’s Alleged Certificate Forgery

February 6, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has launched a formal investigation into alleged certificate forgery involving former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, Premium Times has reported. The investigation

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Indicted Over Murder Allegation Against Godswill Akpabio

February 6, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

A police investigation has linked Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to allegations that she told a U.S.-based activist that Senate President Godswill Akpabio and his wife were involved in the killing of Iniobong Umoren and the alleged

Oyo Governor Sparks Debate After Pulling Away from Wife’s Kiss Publicly at an Event

February 5, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has sparked online discussions following his reaction to a public display of affection from his wife, Tamunominni Makinde, at a recent event. The couple attended a dinner and award night

Senate Debunks Claims of Rejecting Electronic Transmission of Election Results

February 5, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Senate has dismissed reports claiming it voted against the electronic transmission of election results during the consideration of the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill. Senate President Godswill Akpabio clarified the issue shortly after the upper

US Confirms Troop Deployment To Nigeria To Boost Counterterrorism Efforts

February 4, 2026 Rhoda Gistlover 0

The United States military has officially confirmed that American forces are now stationed in Nigeria, marking the first public acknowledgment of ground troops since US airstrikes in December 2025. Dagvin Anderson, commander of the United

APC National Chairman, Yilwatda Debunks Claims He’ll Replace Shettima as Tinubu’s Running Mate

February 4, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has dismissed reports claiming that he has been selected as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s running mate for the 2027 presidential election. Speaking during

“Why Was His Stomach Not Swollen?- Father Raises Suspicions Over Son’s Death at Lagos Hotel Swimming Pool

February 3, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

A grieving father, Henry Airenekhuemen, is demanding justice over the mysterious death of his 29-year-old son, Mathias Ihenyen, who reportedly drowned in a swimming pool at Signatious Hotel in the Ajao Estate area of Lagos

Nigerian Socialite Accused of Posing as Dubai Crown Prince in $2.5m Romance Scam

February 3, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

A Nigerian socialite, Nzube Henry Ikeji, has been accused of impersonating the Crown Prince of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, in an elaborate romance scam that allegedly defrauded a Romanian woman of

File Your Tax Returns- Taiwo Oyedele Tells Nigerians, Warns of Widespread Non-Compliance

January 31, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, has urged Nigerians to comply with the law by submitting their annual tax returns, stressing that the obligation applies to both employers

JAMB Warns Public Against Fake Reports On UTME Eligibility

January 31, 2026 Rhoda Gistlover 0

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has debunked claims that undergraduates are prohibited from registering for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Speaking during an inspection of the ongoing UTME registration process in Port