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Obasanjo Reveals Why He Ended Up In Prison During Abacha’s Regime

January 12, 2025 Rhoda Gistlover 0

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has revealed why he was imprisoned during General Sani Abacha’s rule in 1995. In a discussion with 15 young leaders at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library in Abeokuta, Ogun State,

$2 Billion Powerball Winner Edwin Castro Loses Hollywood Hills Mansion to Los Angeles Wildfires

January 12, 2025 Gist Lovers 0

Edwin Castro, the California man who made headlines last February after winning the world’s largest-ever lottery prize of $2.04 billion, has suffered a devastating loss as his $25.5 million Hollywood Hills mansion was destroyed in

TikTok confirms it will shut down in US this month

January 10, 2025 Jessica gistlover 0

TikTok has announced its intention to cease operations if the Supreme Court does not intervene to prevent the enforcement of a law that seeks to impose a ban on the video-sharing platform in the United

“Your former s3x partners can’t be your bestie” – Rinu Oduala schools those in relationships

January 9, 2025 Jessica gistlover 0

Rinu Oduala, a prominent Nigerian activist, has expressed the view that individuals cannot maintain a close friendship with their ex-partners while in a romantic relationship. In a post on X, previously known as Twitter, Rinu

NCS refutes claims regarding the release of LASU student K!ller Ayomide Adeleye

January 7, 2025 Jessica gistlover 0

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS) has refuted claims suggesting that Ayomide Adeleye, an awaiting trial inmate who admitted to the murder of a Lagos State University student, is no longer in their custody. This clarification

Peter Obi raises alarm over threats to life

January 7, 2025 Jessica gistlover 0

Former Labour Party presidential candidate for the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, has expressed apprehensions regarding threats to his safety and that of his family. Obi indicated that these threats arose in the wake of his

“Don’t think of flexing when you make money” – Reno Omokri advices

December 24, 2024 Jessica gistlover 0

Reno Omokri, a Special Adviser to former President Goodluck Jonathan, has emphasized that the focus should not be on displaying wealth when individuals acquire money. In a statement shared through his verified account on X

Stampedes: Peter Obi condemns IGP’s palliative restrictions, warns they could discourage charity

December 23, 2024 Jessica gistlover 0

Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP) for the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has criticized the limitations imposed on the distribution of palliatives. These restrictions have emerged following recent tragedies associated with the distribution

Oriyomi Hamzat blames mothers for Ibadan Stampede tragedy

December 23, 2024 Jessica gistlover 0

Media figure Oriyomi Hamzat has addressed the unfortunate stampede that took place at a funfair in Ibadan, attributing responsibility to the parents for the disorder that resulted in injuries and fatalities. In a comprehensive account

Stampede at Abuja Church Palliative Distribution Claims 10 Lives

December 21, 2024 Rhoda Gistlover 0

At least 10 people, including children, have died after a stampede at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama, Abuja, on Saturday morning. Many others were injured as thousands of locals rushed for aid given by

BREAKING: Many Feared De@d Over Distribution of Rice in Anambra

BREAKING: Many Feared Dead Over Distribution of Rice in Anambra

December 21, 2024 Jessica gistlover 0

An unspecified number of individuals from the Okija community in Anambra State have allegedly perished in a stampede. Reports indicate that the incident took place on Saturday morning during a gathering intended for the distribution

Drug Trafficking: US-based Nigerian Man bags 40 years jail term

December 21, 2024 Jessica gistlover 0

A Nigerian national residing in the United States, identified as Oluwole Adegboruwa, has received a 40-year prison sentence for his involvement in drug trafficking. This information was disclosed in a statement published on the website

"We hope she will eventually be exonerated" - Ooni of Ife talks about ex wife, Queen Naomi’s arrest over Ibadan stampede

Ooni of Ife mourns Ibadan stampede victims, defends ex-wife, Queen Naomi

December 20, 2024 Jessica gistlover 0

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has conveyed his profound condolences to the families of the children who sadly lost their lives in a stampede at a funfair in Ibadan. The incident occurred at

TikTok Star Beandri Booysen passes away at 19

December 20, 2024 Jessica gistlover 0

South African TikTok personality Beandri Booysen has passed away following a brave struggle with progeria, a rare genetic disorder that accelerated her aging process, causing her to age eight years for every year of her

Stampede at Ibadan Children’s Christmas Party Hosted by Queen Naomi Claims 32 Lives

Death And Injury Rate Hits 41 Following Stampedes at Olori Naomi’s Charity Event

December 19, 2024 Gist Lovers 0

The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed that overcrowding at a charity event sponsored by former Ooni of Ife’s wife, Olori Naomi Silekunola, led to a tragic stampede that claimed 35 lives and left six