The Night Gist

 The Osun State Commissioner of Police, Samuel Etaifo, has issued a strong warning to individuals and groups against attempting to forcefully take over local government secretariats, premises, or properties across the state, cautioning that anyone found culpable would be arrested and prosecuted without exception. Etaifo issued the warning on Monday in Osogbo, the state capital, following reports that certain groups were planning to seize control of local government secretariats even as related matters remain pending before the courts. In his address, the commissioner stressed that no individual, political group, or association has the right to use force or resort to self-help measures to take over a local government council or any other public institution, regardless of the circumstances surrounding the dispute. The warning comes against the backdrop of ongoing tension in some parts of the state over the control of local government administration, a situation that has reportedly he...

 Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has called on Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, to continue delivering good governance and meeting the needs of the people of the state, following the governor's recent re-election victory at the polls. The former president made this appeal during a courtesy visit to Adeleke's country home in Ede, where he went to personally congratulate the governor on retaining his seat for a second term. The atmosphere during the visit was warm and relaxed, with both leaders engaging in friendly conversation before the discussion shifted to more serious matters of governance and leadership responsibility. In a lighter and widely shared moment, Obasanjo joined Adeleke in a brief dance session, a gesture that has since drawn attention on social media and reflects the former president's well-known love for music and celebration, even during official engagements of this nature. According to a statement issued by the governor's spokesperson, Olawal...

 Popular food critic and content creator Opeyemi Famakin has issued a strong warning to Nigerians about buying Victoria's Secret body mist from local vendors, claiming that many of the products being sold are counterfeit and potentially dangerous. "Do Not Buy Anything Victoria's Secret From Anybody in Nigeria" In a series of Instagram Stories, Famakin didn't hold back, urging his followers to avoid purchasing the popular fragrance brand from vendors within the country entirely. According to him, counterfeit versions have flooded the market, with sellers often insisting their products are original even when they're not. He pointed to price as one of the biggest red flags, noting that body mists retailing for over 40,000 naira abroad are being sold for as little as 4,000 naira locally — a gap he says should immediately raise suspicion. Famakin went further, claiming that using these counterfeit products could pose serious long-term health risks, warning follower...

 BBNaija star Uriel Oputa has fans talking after she opened up about the wave of attention she's been receiving following a viral video of her in a stunning backless dress. Taking to her Instagram Stories, Uriel shared a candid, humorous rundown of what her inbox has looked like lately — and it's safe to say she's a little overwhelmed. "My DMs Are Actually Crazy Right Now" In a series of story posts, Uriel revealed that she's been flooded with messages since the video made the rounds online. According to her, the offers have ranged from expensive trips to cash, with one admirer reportedly offering to buy her four wigs. She also mentioned receiving declarations of interest from younger fans, joking that she genuinely doesn't understand what she's doing to cause the sudden surge of attention. Uriel didn't hold back on the humor either, telling her followers not to bother asking whether she's accepted any of the offers — before pointing directly t...

 Governor Ademola Adeleke has been declared winner of the 2026 Osun State governorship election, securing a second term after defeating 14 other candidates in Saturday's election. The Results INEC's Returning Officer, Prof. Joshua Ogunwole, announced the final results early Sunday morning at the State Collation Centre in Osogbo. Adeleke, running under the Accord Party, polled 511,067 votes, winning in 19 of the state's 30 local government areas. His closest rival, Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress (APC), came second with 444,815 votes, winning the remaining 11 local governments. Najeem Salaam of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) placed a distant third with 17,180 votes. Out of 1,010,684 accredited voters, the election recorded 985,079 valid votes, with 207 ballots rejected. Background This marks Adeleke's second term as governor. He first won the seat in 2022, defeating then-incumbent Gboyega Oyetola of the APC. Adeleke later defected from the PD...

If you've been anywhere near Nigerian entertainment news this week, you've probably already heard the news that has fans across the country smiling: Nollywood power couple Lateef Adedimeji and Mo Bimpe have held a grand thanksgiving service to celebrate the birth of their triplets. It's the kind of story that reminds you why people fall in love with celebrity gist in the first place — not the drama, but the genuinely feel-good moments. A Journey That Wasn't Always Easy For years, Lateef Adedimeji and Mo Bimpe faced intense public scrutiny over how long it took for them to start a family after their wedding. Social media, as it often does, wasn't kind. Speculation, unsolicited opinions, and outright mockery followed the couple for a long time — the kind of pressure that would wear anyone down. But instead of responding publicly to the noise, the couple simply stayed private and let their journey unfold on their own terms. Triple the Joy That patience has now paid off...