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“DNA test forbidden for Muslims” – Islamic Cleric
A popular Islamic cleric, Dr Sharafdeen Gbadebo, has cautioned Muslim couples against conducting DNA tests to determine the paternity of children, saying that such practice is forbidden under Islamic law.…
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US embassy suspends regular social media activities
The US Embassy has suspended its regular social media activities amid the US government shutdown. Earlier, GistReel reported that the US government shut down on October 1, 2025, due to…
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Chieftaincy man pleads with tailor over wives’ snatched outfits, shares his struggles
Canadian-based Nigerian doctor, Arinze Onwumelu, also known as Dr. Zo, has shared a viral TikTok video exposing the hilarious struggle of marital fashion drama. In the clip, he jokingly pleaded…
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Cooking isn’t gender role, even in the Bible, Jacob cooked for his family – Reno Omokri
Former presidential aide Reno Omokri has stirred reactions on social media after saying that cooking should not be seen as a gender role, while stressing that a woman’s inability to…
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“Marry a woman who doesn’t drag with your love for football” – Davido’s manager, Asa Asika
Davido’s manager, Asa, has shared a lighthearted glimpse into the benefits of being married. In a recent social media post, he revealed that his wife helped him find a link…
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No injury worries – Buruk explains Osimhen substitution vs Liverpool
Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk has reassured fans there is no injury concern for Victor Osimhen after the striker was substituted during their 1-0 UEFA Champions League victory over Liverpool on…
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‘Ageless talent’ – Simeone praises Griezmann after 200th goal for Atletico Madrid
Antoine Griezmann reached a historic milestone for Atletico Madrid on Tuesday, becoming the first player in the club’s history to score 200 goals. The French forward achieved the feat in…
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“Abuja is one of Nigeria’s safest places” – Wike
As Nigeria marks its 65th Independence Anniversary, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Nyesom Wike, has described Abuja as one of the safest cities in the country.…
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EFCC accused of targeting Yahoo boys while politicians go free
A Nigerian man has sparked controversy online, claiming the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) disproportionately arrests internet fraudsters, while politicians largely go unpunished. In a viral post, he alleged…
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“I don go my house, when you’re ready to marry, carry your mama come beg me” – Lady
A young lady has stirred reactions on social media after saying that in Igbo land, a woman is considered a wife material based on the level of suffering and pain…
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‘It’s a pity’ – Arteta defends Gyokeres despite Arsenal striker’s struggles
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has backed Viktor Gyokeres after the Swedish striker failed to find the net in Sunday’s Premier League clash against Newcastle United. The 26-year-old, who joined from…
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Lady launches new business from akara sales; celebrates online
A Nigerian lady who makes a living selling akara has gone viral after using her earnings from the business to launch a large salon. She took to the video-sharing platform,…
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“We were dumped in Togo” — man cries out after deportation from US to Ghana
A Nigerian man deported from the United States has accused Ghanaian officials of abandoning him and five others in Togo under questionable circumstances. Speaking anonymously to the BBC, the man…
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Drama as man receives four colleagues’ salaries by mistake says he’ll deduct his bank charges before returning money
A young Nigerian man has shared an unusual story on social media after receiving the salaries of four of his colleagues in addition to his own for four consecutive months.…
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Mourinho still loved by Chelsea fans despite defeat at Stamford Bridge
Jose Mourinho was unable to mark his return to Stamford Bridge with a win as his Benfica side fell 1-0 to Chelsea in the Champions League on Wednesday night. The…
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“Call me Big Wiz from now on” – American rapper, Wiz Khalifa hijacks Wizkid’s trademark name
American rapper Wiz Khalifa has declared himself the new “Big Wiz,” a title long associated with Nigerian music icon Wizkid. The announcement has sparked a wave of reactions across social…