Nigeria military
https://world-gist.com/update/nigeria-military-the-armed-force-of-nigeria/3291887
The Nigerian military, officially the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (AFN), consists of three branches: the Nigerian Army, the Nigerian Navy, and the Nigerian Air Force. The force has more than 230,000 active personnel and is one of the largest combat services in Africa.
Leadership and command structure
The military is overseen by the Ministry of Defence, but its operational command is directly under the president and commander-in-chief, Bola Tinubu.
Chief of Defence Staff (...
Madagascar
https://world-gist.com/update/crisis-in-madagascar-october-2025/3285281
Mid-October 2025, Madagascar is in a serious political crisis following weeks of escalating protests and allegations of an attempted coup against President Andry Rajoelina. Rajoelina reportedly fled the country as soldiers joined demonstrations, though his exact whereabouts were unconfirmed. This political turmoil is compounded by long-standing economic hardship and a worsening humanitarian situation due to recurring natural disasters.
Political crisis
Widespread Protests: A wave of youth-led...
uma ukpai
https://world-gist.com/update/reverend-dr-uma-ukpai-was-a-renowned-nigerian-eva/3285263
Reverend Dr. Uma Ukpai was a renowned Nigerian evangelist, preacher, and founder of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association (UUEA), who passed away in October 2025 at the age of 80. He was considered a "general of God" for his decades of ministry, which involved large-scale crusades and spiritual revivals throughout Nigeria and Africa.
Things to know about evangelist Uma Ukpai
Uma Ukpai: An unusual servant in God's vineyard
At 80, Rev. (Dr.) Uma Ukpai's Life of Faith, Miracles, and ...
The En...
Redmi 15
https://world-gist.com/update/redmi-15-smart-phone-high-battery/3278848
The Xiaomi Redmi 15 is an affordable smartphone released in August 2025, offering a large 6.9-inch display with a high 144Hz refresh rate and a massive 7,000mAh battery. There are both 4G and 5G variants of the device.
Redmi 15 variants
While the Redmi 15 family includes several models with overlapping features, key differences are seen in the processor, camera, and display technology.
Feature Redmi 15 (4G) Redmi 15 (5G)
Processor Snapdragon 685 Mobile Platform Snapdragon 6s Gen 3
Display...
government shutdown
https://world-gist.com/update/government-shutdown-what-happened/3268244
What happens when the government shuts down?
Most federal departments and agencies have put out guidance on which programs will stay open, and which ones won't, if Congress does not pass a funding bill by the end of Tuesday.
Capitol building.
Congressional leaders entered the last 24 hours of the fiscal year without a deal to avoid a shutdown.
The federal government finds itself hours away from shutting down if Congress does not pass a funding bill by the end of Tuesday.
Numerous agencies and...
entertainment news gist
https://world-gist.com/update/worldgist-trending-topic-around-the-world/3267585
Latest happenings in the world of entertainment, we bring you an in-depth update on the most captivating stories, trends, and celebrity news from Nigeria and around the globe. Stay tuned as we explore the vibrant tapestry of entertainment that continues to keep us all engaged and inspired.**Nigeria Entertainment Gist:**Nigeria's entertainment industry continues to flourish, with an array of groundbreaking achievements and exciting developments. Recently, Nigerian cinema has seen a surge in glob...
