Olivia Hussey, the iconic actress who captivated audiences as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, died on Friday at the age of 73. Her family confirmed the news in a heartfelt statement on Instagram, calling her a “remarkable person whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of all who knew her.” Hussey, born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, was just ...

A single room shop donated by a community member in Kano State has become a place where locals receive treatment for sicknesses while waiting for further medical care. Hundreds of women and children in Baita village of Gezawa Local Government Area of Kano State receive medical attention in a shop equipped with a bed, which was later turned into a primary health centre, Weekend Trust ...

The staggering statistical data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) on December 17, 2024 on insecurity shocked and held Nigerians spellbound. The government agency’s research revealed the killing of 614,937 Nigerians in one year, a figure that dwarfed the death toll in Israel’s war on Gaza, where over 40,000 had died, and the killings from the long-running Russian war on ...

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has granted a pardon to a convict, Segun Olowookere along with his accomplice, Sunday Morakinyo. Olowookere, it was learned, was unjustly sentenced to death after it was claimed that he stole a fowl. Olowookere, who was only 17 years old when he was arrested in November 2010, was convicted and sentenced to death by an Osun State High Court on December 17, ...

Senator Austin Akobundu of Abia Central Senatorial District has congratulated Chief Okey Ahiwe, a former governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, in the last gubernatorial election in Abia State, on the occasion of his birthday today. In his congratulatory message, Senator Austin Akobundu described Chief Ahiwe as a humane compatriot, a reliable and trustworthy chieftain of ...

A retired diplomat, Ambassador Suleiman Dahiru, spoke with Weekend Trust on the imminent withdrawal of Niger, Burkina-Faso and Mali from the ECOWAS. The former envoy who had served in Brazil, Angola, Poland, Ivory Coast, Vienna, Austria, Sudan, Pakistan and Sudan, said Nigeria mismanaged the relationship between the regional bloc and Niger. Excerpts:   What are your thoughts about the decision ...

It was a bright and beautiful day, perfect for a wedding, and everyone was ready to have the time of their lives. However, things took a drastic turn when the priest took one look at the bride and stopped everything. The reason will shock you. Friends and family members of the groom were arriving at the church in large numbers. Outside, a long line of cars waited to be parked while the ...

On Friday, the Chief Imam of Lagos Central Mosque, Ridhwan Jamiu, said President Bola Tinubu had not disappointed Nigerians. The cleric said this during the Juma’at prayer at the Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos, with President Tinubu in attendance. “We are proud of you. I remember that we encouraged people to vote for you during the campaigns. ” We thank God that you have not disappointed us. ...

Senator representing Borno South, Ali Ndume, has shared a video showing long queues of Nigerians on Christmas Eve waiting for palliatives from President Bola Tinubu at his Bourdillon residence in Lagos State. The lawmaker posted the video on his X account on Wednesday to emphasise that poverty transcends ethnicity and religion, calling for urgent action to address the challenge. “Queues for ...

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has commiserated with Gov. Umar Namadi of Jigawa State, over the passing of his son, Abdulwahab, who died in a car crash barely 24 hours after the passing of his mother Hajiya Maryam Namadi. Jonathan, in a condolence message he issued on Friday in Abuja, expressed sadness over the tragic loss, describing it as shocking and painful. He urged the governor to take ...

Nigeria’s imported food inflation soared to 42.29% in November 2024, as revealed by the Consumer Price Index report from the National Bureau of Statistics. This marks a sharp increase compared to the 23.74% recorded in November 2023, representing an 18.55 percentage point rise year-on-year. On a monthly basis, the inflation rate climbed from 40.96% in October 2024, reflecting a 1.33 percentage ...

Having breasts that droop as you get older is quite natural. Breast tissue in women shows indications of aging on average 2.3 years before the rest of their bodies do, according to a recent UCLA study. Although age-related breast enlargement is unavoidable, the rate at which it occurs varies widely between individuals and is affected by a number of lifestyle choices. According to Healthline, ...

GistReel Days after military airstrikes killed at least 10 people in the Gidan Sama and Rumtuwa communities of Silame Local Government Area, Sokoto State, on Christmas Day, residents have dismissed military claims that the victims were terrorists. Reports suggest the fighter jet was targeting Lakurawa terrorists but mistakenly dropped explosives on residents, livestock, food silos, and homes, ...

It started as an ordinary morning for Alex Thompson and his classmates on their daily bus ride to school. They barely noticed the switch to a substitute driver, who seemed harmless enough. But as the trip progressed, Alex picked up on subtle signs—wrong turns, speeding, and frequent glances in the mirror—that made him uneasy. Then, the bus abruptly veered off-road, and Alex knew he had to act ...

it was a cold autumn evening when a father named David decided to keep an eye on his six-year-old son, Cruz. Lately, he had noticed that Cruz left home every day with a bag of food, and his curiosity grew. David, an inquisitive man, was concerned about his little son because he didn’t understand where Cruz was going or what he was doing. Driven by both worry and a desire to protect his child, ...

A cattle dealer, Yusuf Oladunni, has prayed a Mapo Grade ‘A’ Customary Court, Ibadan, to end his 11-year-old marital union with Rukayat, alleging she frequently destroys his appliances in rage. Oladunni, a resident of the Ayetoro-Muslim area, Ibadan, told the court on Friday that although she had left his home for about a year now, she was still troublesome. According to him, she still comes ...

GistReel Popular Nollywood actress and filmmaker Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi is basking in the success of her latest movie, Alakada: Bad and Boujee, which has raked in an impressive ₦134 million in just seven days at the box office. Sharing the exciting news on Instagram today, December 27, Toyin expressed her heartfelt gratitude to God, her fans, and supporters of her work. The local distributor ...

Shooting Stars are firmly focused on their matchday 19 fixture against Kwara United. The Oluyole Warriors will square up with Kwara United at the Lekan Salami Stadium on Sunday. Shooting Stars said they are ready to build on the impressive away win last week. “Maximum concentration, No room for laxity,” Shooting Stars wrote on X. “Another triumphant outing upon us.” Shooting Stars occupy ...

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common condition that affects men of all ages. It occurs when a man is unable to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for séxual intercourse. While there are several causes of ED, including underlying medical conditions, stress, and lifestyle factors, there are several drinks that men can take to combat weak erection. In this article, we will discuss some of ...

As US President-elect, Donald Trump prepares to re-enter the White House, universities across the USA are warning international students including Nigerians to be aware that executive orders on immigration could affect their status in the US. “During the first four years of the Trump administration, a travel ban was imposed that impacted multiple countries, and resulted in many/some ...