Year: 2025
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News
92-year-old father accuses police for son’s demise in custody
Festus Arhagba, a 92-year-old Nigerian who recently returned from abroad, has accused the Nigeria Police Force of being responsible for the death of his 50-year-old son, Kingsley Arhagba, while in…
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Entertainment News
Iyanya pledges N500K to nurse mocked by colleagues for coming to work despite strike
Popular singer, Iyanya seeks to reward a nurse who was confronted and ridiculed by her colleagues for showing up to work despite the national strike action by the union. Gistreel…
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News
Governor Bago orders closure of Niger Radio Station over anti-government broadcasts
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has ordered the immediate shutdown of Badeggi FM Radio Station, accusing the media outlet of airing unethical broadcasts and inciting public unrest. The directive…
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Politics
Tinubu deserves a chance till 2031 – Babangida Aliyu
Former Niger State Governor, Muazu Babangida Aliyu, has said that if Nigerians could endure the leadership of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari for eight years, then President Bola Tinubu deserves a fair…
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News
BREAKING: Police promotes Force PRO Olumuyiwa Adejobi to DCP
The Nigeria Police Force has announced the promotion of its spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, to the rank of Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP). The promotion, which was approved by the Police…
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Viral Gist
Woman cries out as EFCC storms home at 4am, breaks door to check husband’s phone
A Nigerian woman has cried out after operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) allegedly stormed her home at 4 a.m., broke down her door, and assaulted her…
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Entertainment News
IVD reportedly arrested at airport
Popular Nigerian auto dealer and businessman Ikechukwu Ogbonna, widely known as, IVD reportedly arrested. According to a report from investigative journalist, Stella Dimokokorus, IVD was arrested on Friday, August 1,…
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Viral Gist
Man tattoos girlfriend’s name on forehead to celebrate childbirth
A Nigerian man has sparked reactions online after getting a tattoo of his girlfriend’s name boldly inked on his forehead to celebrate the birth of their child. The unusual gesture…
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Viral Gist
Babcock graduate who spent ₦10m on political science degree laments not finding a ₦100k job
A graduate of Babcock University has taken to social media to express frustration after spending over ₦10 million on a Political Science degree but failing to secure a job that…
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News
“We’ll keep buying Russian oil despite your threat” – India to Trump
Indian officials have said the country will continue importing oil from Russia, despite recent warnings from U.S. President Donald Trump that India could face penalties if it doesn’t cut ties…
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News
Naira loses 19 kobo, ends week at ₦1,533.74 per dollar
The Nigerian Naira closed the trading week slightly weaker against the U.S. dollar, losing 19 kobo at the official foreign exchange market on Friday, August 1, 2025. According to figures…
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Entertainment News
Hallelujah Challenge: Nathaniel Bassey announces special ‘Kirikiri Edition’
Renowned gospel singer Nathaniel Bassey has unveiled a special edition of his widely celebrated Hallelujah Challenge, tagged the “Kirikiri Edition,” scheduled to take place on August 27, 2025, at the…
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Viral Gist
Nigerian lady who left ₦500k job for UK laments job scarcity, considers returning home
A Nigerian lady who relocated to the United Kingdom (UK) on a study visa after quitting her ₦500,000 monthly job in Nigeria has taken to social media to share her…
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News
Joint task force raid kidnappers hideouts in Delta State
A joint task force of security operatives including soldiers, police, and other forces has reportedly killed several suspected kidnappers during a raid around Ogwashi-Uku in Delta State. Millions of naira…
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Sport
Eberechi Eze release clause expires as Arsenal rally
Eberechi Eze’s £68 million release clause has expired on Friday, August 1, leaving Crystal Palace and Arsenal at crossroads. Arsenal remain keen on the 27-year-old, who has reportedly expressed interest…
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News
Michael Jackson’s sock from 1997 tour sold for over $8,000
Michael Jackson’s stage-worn sock from his 1997 concert in Nîmes, France, has been sold for over $8,000 at a French auction. The white athletic sock, decorated with rhinestones, was found…
