GistReel A father’s curiosity about his daughter’s phone took an unexpected turn after he discovered the magic of face filters, leaving social media users in stitches. In a viral clip shared by @__vee___looner, the young lady revealed that she had left her phone with her dad for a while, only to return and find a collection of funny videos where he experimented with various filters that ...

United States Secretary of State, Marco Rubio has announced that President Donald Trump’s administration is expelling South Africa’s ambassador to Washington. Rubio announced this on Friday, accusing the envoy of hating the country and President Trump. “South Africa’s Ambassador to the United States is no longer welcome in our great country,” Rubio posted on X. “Ebrahim Rasool is “a ...

GistReel An unidentified woman reportedly jumped from the Third Mainland Bridge into the waters near the University of Lagos (UNILAG) waterfront in Lagos State, leading to her tragic death despite prompt rescue efforts. The incident, which took place around 4 p.m. on Thursday, saw marine police officers stationed in the area quickly spring into action in a bid to save her. However, despite their ...

Gratitude is due to the Creator of the heavens and the earth who, in His mercy, has profitably seen us through the 15th day of this year’s Ramadan fast; half of the holy month. Although the hot weather has made it a little bit tough, it is going at a speed faster than ordinarily imagined by many. We are now in the middle course of Ramadan, which according to the Prophet (SAW), is full of ...

A coalition of Nigeria’s Social Democratic Party (SDP) youths and supporters has accused the former Kaduna State Governor, Nasiru El-Rufai, of attempting to hijack the party following his recent defection from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement by its President, Comrade Abdulsamad Bello, on Friday, March 14, 2025, the group expressly rejected El-Rufai's defection, ...

GistReel The auxiliary nurse who treated the late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, Feyisayo Ogedengbe, has revealed what transpired that led to his demise. Testifying before Justice C.A. Shotobi at the Coroner’s Court in Ikorodu, Lagos, on Friday, Ogedengbe recounted that after giving Mohbad the injection, he developed goosebumps. His wife, Omowunmi, allegedly described it ...

Dr Muda Yusuf, foremost Economist and Chief Executive Officer of Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprises (CPPE) speaks on the impact of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic reforms, concluding that the worst is over even as he expressed optimism that Nigerians are beginning to see the impact of the reforms.   How will you rate the economy at the moment?  The economy is improving ...

Getting locked out of your house is frustrating, embarrassing, and, depending on the time of day, even a little scary.  But before you start thinking about breaking the door, there are smarter, safer, and more practical ways to get back inside. Here’s what you can do if you ever find yourself locked out without a key. 1. Stay calm and check all doors & windows First things first, don’t ...

In honour of women and International Women’s Month, brands worldwide are amplifying the dialogue on gender equality. This year’s theme, "Accelerate Action," is a rallying cry for tangible progress toward inclusivity and the urgency to empower women and girls. Leading the charge is Morning Fresh with a campaign that’s sparking important conversations. Beyond Labels: The Reality of ...

A witness, simply identified as “ABC,” on Friday, told the Federal High Court in Abuja how the notorious bandit kingpin, Kachalla Halilu, purchased a gun truck 🚒 from Niger Republic to perpetrate terrorist acts in Nigeria. ABC, the first prosecution witness (PW-1) in the ongoing trial of four suspects also linked to fleeing bandit leader Bello Turji, made the revelation while being led in ...

Measles cases in Texas and New Mexico on Friday rose to 294, surpassing all US cases recorded in 2024, as an outbreak that began in late January in West Texas spreads. The US reported 285 total infections last year, based on data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Data from the health departments of the two states on Friday showed that cases in New Mexico and Texas ...

The Independent Petroleum Marketers of Nigeria (IPMAN) has said that the price war between the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and Dangote Petroleum is affecting its members. Chinedu Anyaso, Chairman of IPMAN, Enugu Depot Community, in charge of Anambra, Ebonyi and Enugu states, stated this during an interview with journalists in Awka on Friday. Anyaso said the price ...

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said that he fully understands what Nigerians are going through but that the present economic reform is necessary to build a resilient country and guarantee our children’s future. The President said this Friday in Abuja when he received the Catholic Bishop’s Conference of Nigeria (CBCN). President Tinubu highlighted the importance of citizens and leaders ...

A civil society organisation, Women for Change Vanguard, yesterday held a peaceful protest at the United Nations House, in Abuja, urging Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to provide concrete evidence to prove her sexual harassment allegation against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The group, led by Mrs Irene Imoh, expressed concern over the damage that has been caused by ‘unsubstantiated ...

GistReel Comedienne Tomama has shared the crazy story of how she stationed herself at the bathroom just to talk with Wizkid. Tomama shared a video on her Instagram page disclosing how she saw Wizkid in a public space with his entourage. According to her, because she knew it would be difficult for her to speak to Wizkid due to his tight security, she positioned herself at the bathroom with waited ...

GistReel Businessman Isaac Fayose has weighed in on the ongoing controversy surrounding Asake and his father while offering a cash gift of N500K to the singer’s dad. This came following a viral video in which the elderly man, who is battling a stroke, accused his superstar son of neglect. In response, Asake defended himself, stating that no matter how much he did for his father, it was never ...

Across many parts of Nigeria, temperatures have soared to uncomfortable and, in some cases, dangerous levels. The intense heat waves have left people struggling to go about their daily activities, with frequent complaints of dehydration, dizziness, and fatigue. For many, especially the elderly, children, and those with pre-existing health conditions, the heat is more than just an ...

This change has led to more careful shopping, planned meals, and a greater focus on buying local and seasonal produce. With methods such as buying in bulk and growing food at home, consumers are finding ways to stretch their budgets without lowering quality. The following 9 tips outline clear strategies that help households reduce waste, get more value, and secure fresh, affordable food. These ...

Santos forward, Neymar has released a statement after he left the national team due to injury. In a post on his Instagram story on Friday, the former Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona star also thanked everyone who sent him messages of support. Neymar wrote: “The return seemed so close but unfortunately I won’t be able to return to wearing the heaviest shirt in the world in this ...

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has stopped the enforcement of its January 10 judgement, which upheld the Kano State government’s repeal of the 2019 Emirates Council Law, pending the Supreme Court’s ruling on the case. A three-member panel led by Justice Okon Abang delivered the ruling on Friday, March 14, granting a stay of execution and maintaining the status quo in the ongoing Kano Emirate ...