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GistReel A Nigerian soldier has gone viral after sharing practical safety advice for Nigerians on what to do if their vehicles break down in isolated locations. In a video circulating on social media, the soldier urged drivers to prioritize their personal safety over their vehicles or valuables whenever they find themselves stranded in potentially dangerous areas. Soldier Shares Safety Advice According to the soldier, the first thing anyone should do when their vehicle develops a fault in a lonely place is to remain calm. “Gentlemen, if your car breaks down in the middle of the road or any lonely place,…
Starz is taking (some of) the Power back. The streamer and premium-cable brand has greenlit yet another Power spinoff — the fifth — for eight episodes. Power: Legacy will bring back Michael Rainey, Jr.as Tariq St. Patrick andJoseph Sikoraas Tommy Egan. And this time, Starz is a co-producer with Lionsgate Television, whereas the previous Power shows were all licensed. This spinoff thing is nothing new to Rainey Jr. and Sikora — they’ve already done Power Book II: Ghost and Power Book IV: Force, respectively. Power: Legacy will see the return of Tommy to New York, where he partners with Tariq…
I thought my husband was working tirelessly to secure a better future for our disabled sons. I didn’t know that the truth about his “late nights” would set off a reckoning led by the one person he never expected. I used to measure time by my sons’ medications.Seven in the morning meant muscle relaxants for Lucas. Fifteen minutes later meant Noah’s seizure medication, and by 8 a.m., it meant stretching exercises before breakfast.By 9 a.m., I already felt as if I had worked a full shift.You see, three years ago, Lucas and Noah, my twin boys, were in a car…
Reading Time: 2 minutes We have tragic news to report from the world of publishing today. Marjane Satrapi — the author, artist, and activist best known for the graphic novel Persepolis — has passed away. She was just 56 years old. Director Marjane Satrapi attends the ‘La Bande Des Jotas’ Photocall during the 7th Rome Film Festival at the Auditorium Parco Della Musica on November 16, 2012 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Ernesto Ruscio/Getty Images) News of her death comes courtesy of a statement from the Elysee Palace: “Her passing marks the loss of a leading figure in French culture…
GistReel Kenneth Okonkwo, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has claimed that votes cast for the Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in the 2027 general election may ultimately work in favour of President Bola Tinubu. Okonkwo made the statement during an interview with Symfoni TV on Wednesday, where he emphasised the need for opposition forces to come together under one political platform if they hope to unseat the president. According to him, a divided opposition would only weaken its chances and increase Tinubu’s likelihood of securing another term in office. He explained that supporting different opposition…
Marjane Satrapi, the French-Iranian graphic novelist, artist and film director whose landmark animated feature Persepolis earned a Cannes Jury Prize and an Oscar nomination and made her one of the most distinctive voices in world cinema, has died. She was 56. “Marjane Satrapi died of sadness a little over a year after the death of Mattias Ripa, her husband and the love of her life,” members of her family said in a statement sent to AFP. Ripa, a Swedish producer, actor and screenwriter, died April 8, 2025. A series of posts on Satrapi’s Instagram page in the weeks before her…
Oyo state lawmakers have rejected suggeestion to negotiate with bandits abducting teachers and students in Esiele communityThe state assembly demanded security audits for schools near forests and border settlements amid rising insecurityThe lawmakers called for enhanced rescue operations and the installation of security measures in vulnerable schoolsLegit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues Ibada, Oyo State – Members of the Oyo State House of Assembly have rejected suggestions to negotiate with bandits who abducted teachers and students in Esiele community in Oriire local government area of the state.The lawmakers urged…
Liverpool have confirmed the appointment of Andoni Iraola as the club’s new manager on a two-year contract.The 43-year-old Spanish manager has done an exceptional job at Bournemouth, and he helped them secure European football for the upcoming campaign. He has been brought in as a replacement for Arne Slot after a disappointing season.Liverpool finished fifth in the Premier League table despite spending substantial sums last summer. The Netherlands manager was criticised heavily for the lack of identity and playing style last season. He was criticised for his handling of young players as well. Slot seemed uninterested in working with young…
Reading Time: 2 minutes UPDATE: According to documents obtained by Page Six, the Okanogan County Coroner in Washington has ruled that Matt Brown’s manner of death was a suicide “caused by a single penetrating gunshot wound to the head.” The medical examiner’s report added that contributing circumstances were subsequent immersion in water and the fact that Matt was under the influence of methamphetamine. Read on for initial coverage of this heartbreaking situation: During a YouTube livestream, Matt Brown smoked, rambled, and partially disrobed while in a public park. It got worse than this. (Image Credit: YouTube) The tragic search for…
GistReel Activist Livinus Nwosu has spoken publicly following his reported release from detention, alleging that he received a warning while in custody. Recall that Verydarkman had taken to social media yesterday to raise alarm after the activist was picked up by armed men allegedly over PVC sensitisation. According to Nwosu, he was approached by a woman at the DSS office who allegedly told him that if he were detained again, he could disappear and that continuing his public awareness campaigns and advocacy efforts could have serious consequences. The activist, who recently drew attention for his voter sensitisation activities and civic…