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Economy & Business News
Naira to Dollar exchange rate today, Wednesday, August 19, 2026
The naira opened Wednesday at about N1,350 per US dollar in the official market, maintaining its recent gains despite a significantly higher parallel-market rate. The latest official figures indicate that…
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News
US lifts 12-year entry restriction on Nigerian vessels
Nigeria’s maritime industry has recorded a major boost after the United States Coast Guard (USCG) removed the Condition of Entry (CoE) previously imposed on vessels arriving in the US from…
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Entertainment News
Sheggz confirms breakup with Bella, denies cheating
Former Big Brother Naija housemate Sheggz has addressed the controversy surrounding his relationship with fellow reality TV star Bella, insisting that he did not cheat on her and revealing that…
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Politics
Threats: INEC lists challenges ahead of 2027 general elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned that several security, political and information-related challenges could threaten the credibility of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN,…
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Viral Gist
“For 30 minutes”- Woman shares how she met her husband during heavy rainfall
A Nigerian woman has taken a trip down memory lane about how she met her husband during heavy rainfall. In a widely circulated tweet, the woman shared that she…
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Viral Gist
“You’ll fly her in, lodge her and still give her ₦3m” – Lady questions men’s spending on women for sexual pleasure
A Nigerian lady has questioned the amount of money some men spend on women they want to have romantic encounters with, highlighting the expenses involved in bringing a woman from…
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Viral Gist
“I was already having interest”- Man deletes lady’s number after unusual encounter at gas station
A Nigerian man has opened up on why he deleted a lady’s number following an unusual encounter at a gas station. In an X post circulating online, the man…
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Sport
Rodri begins new chapter after £65m Barcelona move
Rodri has completed his move from Manchester City to Barcelona, bringing an end to a seven-year spell in England and beginning a new chapter in Spanish football. The 30-year-old midfielder…
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Viral Gist
“Bring Ogogo to me, I’ll heal him” – Traditionalist offers to help ailing actors
A traditionalist has offered to treat veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, after his daughters publicly sought urgent medical assistance for their father. The traditionalist, who identified…
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Entertainment News
I won’t apologise to Okpebholo for publishing his WAEC result – Davido
Afrobeats superstar Davido has said he has no intention of apologising to Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo for sharing the governor’s West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) result online.…
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Entertainment News
“House girl wanted ₦40k a month” – Speed Darlington reveals salary offers
Nigerian singer and controversial social media personality Speed Darlington, also known as Akpi, has sparked reactions online after revealing the amount he is willing to pay a house help every…
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Entertainment News
Osun Election: Dangote, Akpabio called me to delete my tweet – Davido
Afrobeats star Davido has alleged that Senate President Godswill Akpabio and businessman Aliko Dangote contacted him and asked him to delete one of his posts on X during the recently…
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Politics
“Why I went to my brother’s grave”- Reelected osun governor, Ademola Adeleke
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has revealed why he visited his brother’s grave ahead of the election. Earlier, GistReel reported that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Ademola…
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Viral Gist
“They sell tomatoes, pepper but sponsor children abroad” – Lady shares surprising experience with market women
A Nigerian lady has sparked discussions online after comparing the financial realities of Nigerian market traders with those of some corporate workers. The young woman, identified on X as @ChisomAgbafor,…
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Entertainment News
“Even my cook got a Rolex” – Davido recounts unforgettable luxury experience with a Lebanese family
Afrobeats star Davido has recounted a lavish experience in Lebanon, revealing how a Lebanese family gifted him and his 15 friends luxury Rolex watches and an Audemars Piguet (AP) timepiece.…
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Sport
Patrick Vieira appointed head coach of Senegal after World Cup exit
Patrick Vieira has been appointed head coach of the Senegal national team, returning to the country of his birth to take charge of the Teranga Lions. The former Arsenal and…