…and sentence will now proceed through the mandatory appellate process before the punishment can attain finality under law. by Linda Ikeji at 10/07/2026 6:51 PM | Share this Story

…a routine examination before being discharged in good health. In a statement, Zambia's Ministry of Information and Media confirmed that Nalumango, the crew and all passengers were safe."Her Honour, the Vice President, and all passengers and crew are safe and well. As a standard precaution, she was taken to a nearby med…

…and witnesses before the court, and "to enable the court to give them the deserved punishment." According to the First Information Report (FIR) made available in court, they were arraigned on charges of joint act and unlawful s3xual intercourse with a child, punishable under Section 97 of the Penal Code, and Section 26…

…FIFA World Cups and has repeatedly called for reforms within the country's football administration.Nigeria's absence from the ongoing World Cup marks the second consecutive edition the Super Eagles have failed to qualify for, having also missed the 2022 tournament. Prior to that, the team had only failed to qualify onc…

…in violation of Section 14(b) of the NDLEA Act. Other counts include managing, organising and financing a drug trafficking organisation contrary to Section 20(1)(g); unlawfully transporting precursor chemicals, including toluene, phenyl-2-propane (P2P), phenyl acetic acid, acetone and hydrochloric acid, from Lagos to t…

GistReel Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel has criticised Nigerian football administrators and past government, revealing that a plot of land allegedly promised to him after Nigeria’s 2013 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) triumph has never been allocated. Speaking during a podcast hosted by former England striker…

…on social media, with supporters and critics debating whether the current administration’s efforts are sufficient to address the country’s security and economic challenges. His remarks add to the growing national conversation about governance and leadership as political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections co…

…the continuation of President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and Governor Oborevwori’s administration. She said Nigerians should return President Tinubu for a second term to consolidate ongoing reforms, noting that the removal of fuel subsidy, exchange rate unification and other economic policies had increased government…

President Bola Tinubu says his administration is providing premium infrastructure in Wasa to transform the district into a modern and vibrant commercial hub in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Tinubu stated this on Friday while inaugurating access roads, power, and water supply for the informal sector layout in Was…

Former Minister of Aviation and ambassador designate to South Africa, Femi Fani-Kayode, has met with the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, in Abuja. Fani-Kayode disclosed this via his X handle on Friday. According to him, the meeting was aimed at discussing his preparations for the diplo…

…face an 11-count charge, including conspiracy, operating a drug trafficking organisation, unlawful production of 2,419.48kg of methamphetamine valued at over N480 billion, and possession of large quantities of precursor chemicals. The NDLEA arrested the suspects during a coordinated operations in Ogun and Lagos between…

…to her to help with their bills. ‎ ‎However, she refused. He sold off the house and vanished, leaving her to cater solely for their three children. ‎ ‎Meanwhile, the woman’s husband discovered the house had always been registered under his name. ‎ ‎Reactions Trailing Below……… ‎ ‎Yaron Jos remarked, “She will start look…

…for the first half of the year. The occasion also marked a new chapter in the ministry's thirteen-year journey. Founded in Lagos in 2012, Celebration Church International has grown from a single gathering into a global ministry with 55 campuses and 28 cell churches across Africa, Europe, North America and Australia. Ea…

…2/6, stop askin’ I wanna thank God, ’cause I almost lost passion Thought that I was finished, then it all start crashin’ Made me remember why a nigga start rappin’ I’m pissed, ’cause the Knicks coulda hired Mark Jackson I’m hyped, Mike Jordan, just start broadcastin’ And all the old rappers gettin’ bags podcastin’, it’…

…land along the border, beyond Donbas, as a "security zone." A former Russian defence ministry official, Andrei Ilnitsky, said in a column for Kommersant newspaper that escalation in the conflict could start with the destruction of 30 major industrial sites in Ukraine, including a steel plant and Odesa port. Russia has…

…and the Ajilari Cross axis to gain access into the Metropolis. With early warning mechanisms emplaced, troops swiftly detected the advancing terrorists and engaged them from multiple axes with accurate firepower, decisively frustrating all attempts to infiltrate. "In separate incidents, troops also successfully thwarte…

…he said. "I never thought that for an impression of a half- billion-year-old organism, we'd be able to say it preferred to turn one way versus the other." Identifying right-handedness in this way is statistically significant and suggests that Spriggina already had a nervous system connected to muscles, allowing it to c…

…Designed under Infinix's Dynamic Shine Design philosophy, the HOT 70 Pro introduces finishes that evolve with light and movement, alongside an ultra-slim profile that feels as premium as it looks. Every colourway has been crafted to help users stand out while expressing their individuality, an approach that aligns natu…

…go next time for all the atrocities you have committed. The universe will continue to punish you forever. Mumu thing”. ‎ ‎Uche Mary shared, “The same thing happened to my brother in last month in P.H. what’s going on?”. ‎ ‎Dominat added, “Deserved, I wish they did more so we wouldn't have to deal with your every shade…

…experiences of kidnapping, killings and loss of livelihoods at a town hall meeting organised by News Central to amplify the voices of communities ravaged by insecurity. The event brought together victims, community leaders, government representatives, security agencies and civil society groups to discuss practical solu…

…Abuja. Technical examinations and further analysis remain ongoing." Some days ago, the minister of aviation and aerospace development, Mr Festus Keyamo, also disclosed that, contrary to popular belief, the jet did not suffer any mechanical failure but mistakenly landed on a road that the pilots mistook for a runway. Ke…

…in the forfeiture suit filed by the EFCC against 57 properties linked to former Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, until July 15. The case, fixed for judgment before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik, could not go on because the judge did not sit. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the judge had, on May 26, fixed…

…worldwide annual turnover. A senior EU official insisted Brussels did not want to punish companies. “We want to bring about change, and if we can get that change via commitments then we would be most happy,” a senior EU official said. – Inadequate tools – The findings come before an expert panel tasked by EU chief Ursu…

…Friday, Governor Fubara said the budget was designed to consolidate the gains of his administration in infrastructure development, human capital advancement, security and economic growth, while ensuring fiscal discipline and accountability in the management of public resources. Fubara noted that despite various challen…

…as having no basis. So I had to proceed to apply for a surrender warrant from the Ministry of Interior, and the minister signed it [Wednesday], and we took him out [Thursday]. So what due process is he talking about?'' said Justice Minister and Attorney General Dominic Ayeni. Kumi had long flaunted luxury items online…