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Nollywood actress, Ekene Umenwa marks one-year traditional reception with a trip down memory lane, leaving singles green with envy. Gistreel recalls that Ekene Umenwa, and her husband, Alex Kleason, tied the knot in 2023. On Instagram, Ekene Umenwa shared a video taking a walk down memory lane to her traditional reception, sparking widespread admiration among fans. The video showcases the couple’s breathtaking cultural regalia, elegantly embodying the richness and diversity of Nigeria’s heritage. The glamorous event was a star-studded affair, featuring notable and prominent figures who lavishly sprayed bundles of naira notes on the ecstatic couple. The grand celebration culminated…
Makinde made this known during the commissioning of the newly built ultra-modern Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Southwest zonal secretariat in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Saturday, November 2, 2024. The building was named in honour of the late Soji Adagunodo, a former Southwest Chairman of the main opposition party. Speaking on the state of the nation, the Governor criticised the APC, saying the ruling party has failed woefully to deliver on its promises to the citizens. He, therefore, said the next general election won’t be a contest between the PDP and APC but between the latter and the Nigerian people. “The…
Congratulatory messages pour in for veteran Nollywood actress, Sola Sobowale, as her daughter, Mide Sobolawe, ties the knot with Francis Osinolaoye. Earlier, Gistreel reported that Sola Sobowale, announced her daughter’s upcoming nuptials, accompained with pre-wedding photos. Sola Sobowale took to Instagram, announcing that her daughter has tied the knot, expressing heartfelt gratitude to God for the successful union. Her post was accompanied by photos showing her daughter in a white wedding gown and her fiancé in a suit adorned with embellishments on his shoulders. The post reads, “Signed and Sealed! Glory be to God. Congratulations, my baby and my new…
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)reports that the group held its inaugural meeting at Herbert Macaulay Primary School, Yaba. Hundreds of residents, drawn from the eleven wards in the Mainland Local Government Area, attended the inaugural meeting.. Speaking, the Interim Chairman of the group, Prince Aliyu Momoh, said the group was formed to begin early mobilisation and preparation for the 2025 local government election and 2027 general election. Momoh added that the group was formed after consultations with political stakeholders in the area. “Our elders agreed with us. They gave us their support to go ahead with the mobilisation of…
The Presidency has responded to Alhaji Atiku Abubakar’s list of things he would have done differently if he was president of Nigeria, stating that his ideas, which were criticized for lacking specific details, were rejected by Nigerians during the 2023 election. In a lengthy statement on Sunday titled “What We Would Have Done Differently,” Atiku said he would have tackled corruption and repositioned the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, which, according to him, is a huge beneficiary of the status quo. He said he would pay particular attention to Nigeria’s poor refining infrastructure, and adopt a gradualist approach in the…
The Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, made this known while updating members of the National Assembly Joint Committee on Works on the repair status of the Third Mainland and Carter bridges, on Saturday. The minister and the legislators were on a tour of the Third Mainland and Carter bridges, both in Lagos State. Umahi said that repairing the bridges would avert dangers. The minister said that ₦341 billion had been proposed to repair roads and bridges nationwide in 2025, but the amount might not be sufficient considering the extent of the damage. “We have proposed that ₦341 billion will…
The Nigerian film industry is plunged into mourning as renowned visionary movie director, Dimeji Ajibola, passes away, leaving behind a legacy of groundbreaking movies. 2024 has been a somber year for the Nollywood industry, marked by the painful loss of beloved stars, including veteran actor John Okafor (Mr. Ibu), Junior Pope and several other notable talents. Nollywood actor, Bolanle Ninalowo, took to Instagram, announcing the passing of Dimeji Ajibola. Ninalowo expressed his heartfelt grief over Ajibola’s passing, seeking solace for his family and loved ones to bear the irreparable loss. His post reads, ““I love you brother and i will…
Dangote’s disclosure comes on the heels of a recent claim by the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) and Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) that they’re importing the products at cheaper rates compared to the indigenous refinery. The marketers had called on Dangote Refinery to engage stakeholders on the rate of petrol from its company, insisting that they are buying at cheaper rates abroad. Dangote debunks marketers’ claims. Reacting to the claim, the refinery argued that it’s only substandard products that can be imported at cheaper rates than its own. This is contained in a…
The Joint Action Committee (JAC) of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has officially announced the suspension of the ongoing nationwide indefinite strike, which was initiated due to the four months of withheld salaries. This decision comes after discussions aimed at addressing the grievances of the unions. The JAC expressed hope that this suspension would lead to a resolution of the salary issues and improve the working conditions for their members. The circular titled, “Update on indefinite strike action,” was signed by Prince Peters Adeyemi, General Secretary…
The residents also lamented further increases in transportation fares following the increase in the Pump Price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol. They spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Abuja. According to them, the increased fuel price had left residents grappling with the harsh realities of rising living costs. The residents said their once manageable budget had spiralled into a daily struggle, primarily due to soaring food prices and transportation fares. They appealed to the Federal Government and relevant authorities to take immediate action to address these issues. Mrs Maryam Abu, a…