tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-45444734791789761712026-04-04T23:54:00.672-07:00Welcome to GistmasterGistmaster Blog on latest news,gossip and business info in Nigeria and all around the worldGistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.comBlogger2836125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-27761652677484270772026-04-01T13:32:00.000-07:002026-04-01T13:35:13.557-07:00Poll projects Imole boss, Adeyanju as winner of Ondo North 2027A General Election Perception Survey for Ondo North Senatorial District 2027, has projected the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Imole Progressive Network (IPN), Engr. Michael Abayomi Adeyanju, as the most popular candidate in the area.The survey was conducted by the Research and Public Opinion Unit of PenPlus Online Media Publishers (PenPlus Stat Index).The public opinion poll which was Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-48423256949500007252026-03-05T15:05:00.000-08:002026-03-05T15:22:43.092-08:0029 Trending Nigerian Celebrity News Today: Davido, Portable, Regina Daniels, Peter Obi, Police & NDLEA Make Headlines DAILY NIGERIAN CELEBRITY NEWS ROUNDUPTop 29 Trending Stories today in Entertainment, Politics and CrimeNigeria’s celebrity ecosystem continues to dominate national conversations as musicians, actors, influencers, and politicians make headlines across the country. From viral social media moments to serious legal battles and police operations, today’s news cycle reflects the growing influenceGistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-76023397152839669402025-10-27T01:41:00.000-07:002025-10-27T01:41:56.638-07:00 Awujale’s Timeless Warning to Ijebu Kingmakers — Choose Character Over Cash! If royalty had a screenplay, this one would open with regal drums, flowing agbadas, and a monarch whose wisdom echoed louder than any palace gong. As Ijebuland prepares for the sequel — the selection of its next Awujale and Paramount Ruler — the spotlight swings back to the late Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the legendary ruler whose words still roll like a powerful dialogue from a classic Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-42189695654616790952025-10-20T13:01:00.000-07:002025-10-20T13:01:43.969-07:00 “ENOUGH IS ENOUGH: Sujimoto to Petition and Sue Over $556K Fraud Smear — ‘Delay Is Not Deceit.”Accuses Detractors of False and Malicious Publications“There is no fraud, nor any falsehood. What exists is a delay and nothing more. Yet from this delay, some have chosen to fabricate lies, weaponize rumors, and maliciously mislead the public. Let it be clear: those responsible for instigating and spreading these defamatory claims will be held fully accountable, legally, morally, and shall pay Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-47586140468460877942025-09-25T17:42:00.000-07:002025-09-25T17:42:48.351-07:00PINL's Security Strategy Fuels Gas Production Surge to 7.59 Bscf Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) has revealed that its community-focused security model has directly employed over 35,000 youths from the Niger Delta. This initiative is being credited as a key factor behind a significant rise in national gas production, which reached 7.59 billion standard cubic feet per day (Bscf) in July 2025.The production figure, confirmed by the Nigerian Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-20732882440259472602025-09-25T05:14:00.000-07:002025-09-25T05:16:37.957-07:00 Interior Minister Tunji-Ojo Should Face Investigation Before Pursuing Ondo Political Ambitions in 2027/2029 By ABANIKANDA OLUMORO (UK)In the today's life of Nigeria, what has become the bane of public confidence in rising up to demand and fight for justice is the fear of powers that be or orders from the above. These and others of these are usually synonymous to what was generally described as corruption as it affects "politics, governance, probity, religion and corrupt behaviour in Nigeria".Moving forward from that descriptionGistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-67798368159564197012025-09-19T10:04:00.000-07:002025-09-19T10:04:03.052-07:00Kola Aluko: From superyachts to tequila shots, the Nigerian dealmaker is writing his boldest comeback script yet. By Niyi TabitiKola Aluko, once the Nigerian oil magnate who sailed the $80 million Galactica Star and bought a Manhattan penthouse in One57, has resurfaced online with a new fixation: tequila.Over the past day, Mr. Aluko has filled his Instagram feed with images of Los 7 Ángeles, a premium brand founded by Jaycee Chan, son of Jackie Chan. The sudden enthusiasm has prompted speculation that Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-18206354131081430112025-08-17T05:22:00.000-07:002025-08-17T05:22:03.621-07:00EFCC Recovers millions of Dollars from NNPCL Staff, Contractors The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has pulled back over N5 billion and $10 million from the deep pockets of contractors and officials who allegedly turned Nigeria’s refineries into bottomless pits of corruption.But wait—there’s more. The anti-graft agency says another N10 billion and $13 million are still out there floating around like lost luggage at an airport carousel, Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-59481109528401046372025-08-17T03:35:00.000-07:002025-08-17T03:35:19.483-07:00NNPC:Tinubu’s Security Aides Implicated in Alleged $1.5m Bribery Scandal Two senior security aides to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have been linked to a $1.5 million bribery scandal allegedly involving the embattled Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, Bashir Bayo Ojulari, according to Sahara Reporters.According to multiple sources, the President’s Chief Security Officer (CSO), Adegboyega Fasasi, and Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-48884001761199185492025-07-17T06:18:00.000-07:002025-08-05T06:34:54.714-07:00Mr fashion,Ebewele Brown Unveils Lagos Flagship On a serene, traffic-free Sunday evening in Lagos, style connoisseurs gathered in Lekki for an exclusive private viewing hosted by Ebewele Brown—the visionary force behind his eponymous label. With an unmissable flair for design and detail, Brown has ascended into the upper echelons of Nigeria’s fashion elite, redefining the landscape with every collection.The evening unfolded with Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-71843252274115626172025-06-27T02:42:00.000-07:002025-06-27T02:42:58.370-07:00Michael Owolabi Afolaranmi Marks 50th Birthday in Grand Style with High Society Celebration Lagos, Nigeria — It was a night to remember as renowned entrepreneur and small chops mogul, Michael Owolabi Afolaranmi, hosted a glittering celebration in honour of his 50th birthday last weekend, Gistmaster report. The event, held at the prestigious Balmoral Convention Centre, Ikeja, attracted the crème de la crème of high society, who were treated to a lavish evening of music, laughter, Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-57857749669216282372025-05-10T03:31:00.000-07:002025-05-10T03:31:37.758-07:00Stephanie Okereke Linus Reflects on 14 Years of Private Bliss and Family Life Stephanie Okereke Linus, the celebrated Nollywood actress and filmmaker, recently opened up about her deeply private marriage to her husband, Linus Idahosa. The couple, who tied the knot in a serene and intimate ceremony in Paris back in 2012, have managed to keep much of their family life away from the public eye—a decision Stephanie describes as a source of peace and Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-39082012674156798022025-03-20T05:57:00.000-07:002025-03-20T05:57:34.047-07:00Meet Olakunle Abiodun Afolabi, the Defender of Justice and Architect of Legal Triumphs Justice doesn’t always work fairly when faced with power, bias, or red tape, but Barrister Olakunle Abiodun Afolabi stands out as a voice for those who aren’t heard. With ten years of court experience, Afolabi has become known for defending human rights, working with constitutional law, and giving hope to people caught in Nigeria’s complex legal system.Afolabi’s path comes from hard Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-91413526894508793612025-03-20T04:50:00.000-07:002025-03-20T04:50:17.807-07:00EGBESU IJAWS OF GBARAMATU FOR FUBARA WARNS PRESIDENT TINUBU It is a common saying in our local parlance that who ever beats the drum of war must be ready to dance to its tune. When we echoed it that ‘Asawana’ is not a love song some people clearly took it a joke; but never knew Asawana judgment day has come, because we are going to show them the definition of the true spirit of Asawana. Since the President fail to learn from the recent reply Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-55655278370314663612025-03-20T04:48:00.000-07:002025-03-20T04:48:13.874-07:00IJAW NATION WILL STAND AGAINST THIS INJUSTICE The current crisis in River State is an attack on the Ijaw nation. As clans and Kingdom’s of ijaw nation within Delta State and Edo state, we the people of Egbama, Gbaramatu, Isaba and Ogbe-Ijoh, we are fully aware that these are activities aimed at silencing the voice of the Ijaw people in Nigeria. Eight years ago, we witnessed how an Ijaw man was disgraced from office and Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-90091471319770165802025-02-12T21:14:00.000-08:002025-02-12T21:14:30.994-08:00Zero Processing Fee; GTBank Removes POS Processing Fees to Support Businesses Lagos, Nigeria – Wednesday, 12 February 2025 - Guaranty Trust Bank Ltd has announced the removal of processing fees on all GTBank POS terminals, reinforcing its commitment to supporting businesses with cost-effective payment solutions. This initiative, which took effect Tuesday, 11 February 2025, communicates that merchants using GTBank POS terminals will no longer incur Merchant Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-54652071941966680432025-01-31T05:31:00.000-08:002025-01-31T05:31:47.703-08:00Victory: Court Affirms Atuwatse III as Olu of Warri A Delta State High Court in Asaba has dismissed the legal challenge brought by Prince Oyowoli Emiko against the succession of Ogiame Atuwatse III as the Olu of Warri. Prince Oyowoli, son of the former Olu Ikenwoli, had contested the legitimacy of the current monarch’s ascension to the throne.The court, in its ruling on case A/119/2023, determined that the claimant’s suit was statute-barred,Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-67541769705901498982024-12-21T08:43:00.000-08:002024-12-21T08:43:32.960-08:00Hype War: WizKid,Davido, Burnaboy fans shares fake outrageous performance fees at Oando event In a bid to outshine one and other, fans of music stars such as Davido, WizKid and Burna Boy have been brandishing all kind of outrageous figures on social media as payment their favourite artistes received for their performance at Oando event. The fans, who have been using all kind of hype strategies and expletives to promote their own favourite stars said WizKid received a Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-32758679617850986642024-12-21T08:28:00.000-08:002024-12-21T08:28:38.970-08:00NGO pays fines for 27 prisoners in Kogi A non-governmental organisation, Victory Idewele Foundation, has paid the sum of 10 million naira to enable 27 inmates with the option of fine and compensation to regain their freedom in Kogi state.The Chief Judge of Kogi State, Justice Josiah Majebi, made this known on Saturday during a three-day visit to the six correctional centres in the state.“Aside from the payment of fines and Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-45732725521991549532024-12-21T08:24:00.000-08:002024-12-21T08:24:55.470-08:00How NGO Paid N10 million to release 27 images in Kogi A non-governmental organisation, Victory Idewele Foundation, has paid the sum of 10 million naira to enable 27 inmates with the option of fine and compensation to regain their freedom in Kogi state.The Chief Judge of Kogi State, Justice Josiah Majebi, made this known on Saturday during a three-day visit to the six correctional centres in the state.“Aside from the payment of fines and Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-80803926487869337512024-12-21T08:22:00.000-08:002024-12-21T08:22:11.528-08:00Victory Idewe Foundation Pays N10 Million fine for 27 imatesA non-governmental organisation, Victory Idewele Foundation, has paid the sum of 10 million naira to enable 27 inmates with the option of fine and compensation to regain their freedom in Kogi state.The Chief Judge of Kogi State, Justice Josiah Majebi, made this known on Saturday during a three-day visit to the six correctional centres in the state.“Aside from the payment of fines and Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-44904413164567553672024-12-17T13:18:00.000-08:002024-12-17T13:18:17.278-08:00Celebrating 25 Years of Impact: Stephanie Busari Launches Global Storytelling Academy ...New Media Vision to Elevate African Narratives In a glittering celebration that drew together international media heavyweights, thought leaders, royalty, and policymakers, Stephanie Busari was honoured for her 25 years ofgroundbreaking work in journalism and 16 years of distinguished service at CNN. The event, held in Lagos at the John Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture & History and attended by a constellation of influential figures,Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-46139813613415774292024-12-17T03:18:00.000-08:002024-12-17T03:18:57.707-08:00Firm Writes Tinubu Over Alleged Illegal Arms Stockpiling By Tantita Security Company Warri based Legal firm, Robinson Ariyo & Co has raised an alarm over allegation of stockpiling of small, medium and heavy Firearms against Tantita Security Limited, (TSSL), a private company owned by Ex-Niger Delta Militant, Government Ekpemupolo popularly known as ‘Tompolo’.The firm while calling on President Bola Tinubu to investigate the activities of the Tompolo's said the recent Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-16990028645736280502024-12-16T06:08:00.000-08:002024-12-16T06:08:57.095-08:00UBA Donates N500 Million to Lagos State Security Trust Fund, Pledges Support for State’s Effort at Improving Security United Bank for Africa(UBA) through UBA Foundation, its corporate social responsibility arm, has donated the sum of N500 million to the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF), as part of its continued commitment to secure environment for individuals and businessesThe N500m cheque was presented to the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, by the UBA Group Chairman, Tony Elumelu, who wasGistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4544473479178976171.post-8113329290936946872024-12-07T03:00:00.000-08:002024-12-07T03:03:44.879-08:00Olori Atuwatse III to Host Prestigious Networking Dinner & Discussion Celebrating Leadership, Innovation, and Featuring a Tribute to Former Liberian Vice President Jewel TaylorOlori Atuwatse III, Queen Consort of the Warri Kingdom, transformational speaker, lawyer, social entrepreneur, and founder of Elevate Africa, will host a highly anticipated Networking Dinner & Discussion at the iconic John Randle Centre, Onikan, Lagos. A Modern African Queen known for her visionary leadership and commitment to innovation and sustainable development, Olori Atuwatse III has Gistmasterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08791152319855727926noreply@blogger.com0